Objective: Nowadays, the issue of increasing age of marriage and absolute celibacy has attracted the attention of policymakers and social commentators. In this regard, the celibacy of employees and workers, as a group that may be in better social and economic conditions for marriage, is more subject to investigation than other groups.
Method: In this study, qualitative research method was used by conducting semi-structured interviews with 26 employees of the Social Security Organization, and using the data analysis method of Colaizzi to identify the backgrounds and platforms of celibacy.
Findings: The research findings show that in general, two main issues, "backgrounds and platforms affected by the organization" and "individual and social backgrounds and platforms," which themselves include seven sub-issues, including "structural and organizational barriers," "incompatibility of job conditions with family life," "weakness of organizational protective laws," "celibacy as a lifestyle choice," "conflict between traditional beliefs and modern practices," "economic-social challenges and issues," and "fear of marriage," are the main factors contributing to celibacy among employees.
Conclusion: In general, the research findings indicate that the celibacy of employees is a social issue that is influenced not only by social, economic, and cultural backgrounds and platforms but also by organizational backgrounds and platforms. Reducing celibacy requires organizational support.