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Inclusive Social Policies In Japan: Economic Benefits Of Lgbtq+

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Since the 1990s, Japan has faced economic decline and demographic challenges. In response, the government has implemented pro-natalist and pro-family policies to solve the issue. A prominent discourse surrounding these policies, however, attributes demographic changes to the LGBTQ+ community. Contrary to this belief, the following article explores the economic benefits of LGBTQ+ inclusive social policies in Japan, emphasizing that such measures are not only a humanitarian necessity but also align with the country’s economic self-interest. This article argues that strengthening LGBTQ+ rights and creating an inclusive society can contribute to economic growth, higher work performance, and improved foreign direct investment (FDI). Highlighting areas such as anti-discrimination laws, same-sex marriage, assisted reproductive treatment, and Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE), the article advocates for legal reforms and policy measures to promote LGBTQ+ rights and, in turn, positively influence Japan’s economic landscape and societal well-being.

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  • Fogelberg, Irma, 2024. "Inclusive Social Policies In Japan: Economic Benefits Of Lgbtq+," EIJS Working Paper Series 246, Stockholm School of Economics, The European Institute of Japanese Studies.
    • Handle: RePEc:hhs:eijswp:0246
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    Keywords

    LGBTQ+ right; social policy; economic development; economic policy; creative class; demographic challenges; human rights; FDI; Japan;
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    JEL classification:

    • F21 - International Economics - - International Factor Movements and International Business - - - International Investment; Long-Term Capital Movements
    • J13 - Labor and Demographic Economics - - Demographic Economics - - - Fertility; Family Planning; Child Care; Children; Youth
    • J16 - Labor and Demographic Economics - - Demographic Economics - - - Economics of Gender; Non-labor Discrimination
    • J24 - Labor and Demographic Economics - - Demand and Supply of Labor - - - Human Capital; Skills; Occupational Choice; Labor Productivity
    • J71 - Labor and Demographic Economics - - Labor Discrimination - - - Hiring and Firing
    • J78 - Labor and Demographic Economics - - Labor Discrimination - - - Public Policy (including comparable worth)

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