Verizon has not taken a public position on women's rights, but the company's history and actions suggest that it is not supportive of women's rights. Verizon has a poor track record when it comes to gender equality, with women making up only 27 percent of its workforce and holding only 22 percent of executive-level jobs. The company has also been criticized for its treatment of pregnant workers, who have been fired or forced to take unpaid leave.