In the rapidly evolving business landscape, the momentum toward policies mandating a return to the office (RTO) is gaining traction. However, this shift risks overlooking critical segments of the workforce, particularly older employees, individuals with disabilities, and women, whose participation is not only crucial but also vulnerable under such policies. The nuanced repercussions of forced RTO on these groups, illuminated by empirical evidence, call for a deeper examination of, and advocacy for, a more inclusive approach to workplace arrangements.

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