Determinants of Emotional and Occupational Wellbeing Among Female Textile Workers

Abstract

The textile sector remains one of the largest employers of women in developing economies, yet it is simultaneously characterized by precarious working conditions, wage disparities, and psychosocial vulnerabilities that directly shape workers’ emotional and occupational wellbeing. This study critically examines the multidimensional determinants influencing the wellbeing of female textile workers, integrating socio-economic, organizational, psychological, and environmental variables into a unified analytical framework. Synthesizing interdisciplinary perspectives from labor studies, occupational health, and gender research, the paper explores how workplace stressors, economic insecurity, gender norms, and institutional support systems intersect to influence emotional stability, job satisfaction, and overall life quality. The analysis reveals that emotional wellbeing is not merely an individual psychological outcome but a structurally mediated condition shaped by systemic inequalities, work intensification, and limited access to social protection. Occupational wellbeing, in parallel, is strongly influenced by job design, work autonomy, supervisory relations, and safety conditions. The paper proposes a conceptual model linking employment conditions to emotional resilience and social empowerment, emphasizing the mediating role of autonomy and institutional trust. Policy implications highlight the need for gender-sensitive labor reforms, mental health interventions, and inclusive workplace governance frameworks. The study contributes to the evolving discourse on sustainable labor practices by foregrounding the lived realities of female textile workers and advocating for integrated wellbeing strategies that align productivity with human dignity.