The real reason for the lack of response from women is their fear that they would not find the tools and the time to take up the challenge and at the same time stay within the norms expected of them by society in their environment. Besides following a career break some women may need help to regain their self confidence. It is a fact that owing to family commitments, many women obtain their qualifications at a later stage of their lives than men. In many cultures priority in career opportunities within a family is given to the husband rather than the wife. Rather than change the latter attitude, policies that will allow women to catch up later on in their lives will do justice to women.
Employers stand to gain by using existing resources and employing qualified women's services.
Lack of flexibility when setting up rules favours traditional male roles and necessarily discriminates against women. Associations with the mission to support women to find their place in the career market should be set up. Women in science may be greatly helped by including them in joint scientific ventures and projects. Women and men in important positions who are in a position to monitor and influence research, should consider mentoring other women who have potential to improve their status. Women organisations should concentrate on self-support among their members.