DIGITALIZATION OF LABOR RELATIONS AS A MEANS OF ACHIEVING GENDER EQUALITY IN KAZAKHSTAN

Digitalization of labor relations is key to achieving gender equality in Kazakhstan. The article explores the potential of integrating digital technologies into the workplace to reduce gender inequality. The study aims to analyze the impact of digitalization on improving working conditions, expanding opportunities for women and eliminating discriminatory barriers in the labor market. The paper employs statistical data analysis methods and examines international experiences in implementing digital solutions in the workplace.
The study's results show that digitalisation contributes to increasing the availability of remote work, flexible work schedules, and equal access to educational and career resources for both women and men. Special attention is paid to the role of digital platforms in overcoming traditional stereotypes and creating an inclusive work environment. The practical significance of this work lies in the development of recommendations for introducing digital technologies to promote gender equality in government agencies and businesses.
The article contributes to the theoretical understanding of the role of digitalization in the transformation of labor relations and suggests concrete steps to implement a gender-oriented policy in Kazakhstan. The study involved experts in the fields of labour relations, gender studies, and the digital economy, as well as decision-makers in social and labour policy.

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