Motherhood is a complex, profound topic, often at the centre of social and cultural reflections, and it cannot remain confined to the private sphere. Supporting those who become parents is a collective responsibility, and companies, in particular, play a fundamental role.
My name is Federica Morra, and I work as an HR Manager at Aglatech14. For me, this role is not just professional—it is also a personal responsibility. As a mother, I experience firsthand what it means to balance work and family. And it is precisely from this dual perspective that my desire—and duty—arises to help build environments where motherhood and work are not mutually exclusive, but can instead coexist in harmony.
Motherhood as a Social Issue
At Aglatech14, we are committed to supporting parenthood in general—and motherhood in particular—through a variety of initiatives. We want to share the meaning behind this choice and tell you about our daily efforts to create a more humane, inclusive, and sustainable work environment.
Motherhood is both a choice and a right. It is an experience that may be desired, postponed, pursued, lived with joy or with difficulty. There is no single way to be a mother or a parent, just as there is no single way to face the profound changes that parenthood brings. And yet, even today, this change still too often falls almost entirely on women, accompanied by expectations and pressures that make the parenting journey a constant balancing act between caregiving and work.
Despite progress, the idea persists that motherhood equals sacrifice, giving things up, and the “heroic” management of time and energy. Mothers are often caught between home and work, juggling an overwhelming schedule. But this should not be the norm. We need a cultural shift that recognizes the value of caregiving work, treating it as an integral part of personal life and growth. Motherhood is not an inconvenience to be managed—it is a resource to be welcomed and supported.
A New Approach in the Workplace
The workplace is one of the primary contexts where a difference can—and must—be made. Companies have the tools to implement real change by offering flexibility, listening, and adaptation.
At Aglatech14, we strive every day to build an organization that can accommodate the needs of new parents, through personalized measures (flexible hours, remote work, approval of reduced working hours), and through a culture that puts people at the centre. For us, welfare means looking at well-being in a comprehensive and forward-thinking way. It is both culture and responsibility.
The Code of Self-Regulation for Companies Supporting Motherhood
We have decided to formalize this commitment by signing the “Code of Self-Regulation for Companies Supporting Motherhood”. The Department for Equal Opportunities has welcomed our participation, listing Aglatech14 among the responsible companies that have chosen to actively support parenthood.
It is a small but concrete step—a recognition that strengthens our vision and motivates us to continue improving. Because every person—parent or not—who feels supported is a person who can give their best. And a society that invests in the well-being of parents is a society investing in its own future. (https://www.pariopportunita.gov.it/it/politiche-e-attivita/parita-di-genere-ed-empowerment-femminile/elenco-delle-organizzazioni-che-hanno-aderito-al-codice-in-favore-dela-maternita/).
We know—perhaps we are aiming high. But if we didn’t try, we would never truly learn to fly! Our commitment continues, day by day, with the awareness that every change starts with a concrete action, and that when motherhood and parenthood are supported, they become not just a personal opportunity, but a collective force that can also enrich the world of work.
Aglatech14 ContenTalkers
Federica Morra – Human Resources Manager
