In a significant move to address workforce needs, China’s national labor organization has unveiled a comprehensive childcare support program for 2025. The All-China Federation of Trade Unions announced plans to assist 1,000 employers across the nation in establishing workplace childcare facilities for their employees.
The initiative represents a substantial commitment to family-friendly workplace policies, with the federation directing regional trade unions to integrate employer-operated childcare programs into government-supported initiatives. This strategic approach includes incorporating these services into local livelihood projects and securing preferential treatment for participating organizations regarding utilities, taxation, and facility operations.
Financial incentives form a cornerstone of the program, with the federation establishing a dedicated subsidy fund that will provide approximately 10,000 yuan ($1,413) to each qualifying childcare program. Additionally, the federation is advocating for affordable nursery services to become standardized employee benefits within both corporate and government sectors.
The program leverages existing union infrastructure, encouraging workers’ service centers and cultural halls to support employer-run childcare through reduced rental rates and assistance with venue modifications. This multi-faceted approach addresses both financial and logistical barriers to implementing workplace childcare solutions.