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7/8/23  9:47 am
Commenter: Anonymous

Supporting Work-Life Balance and Gender Equality
 

Implementing a permanent allowance for parents as caregivers is a progressive policy measure that supports work-life balance and advances gender equality in society. Caregiving responsibilities often disproportionately affect women, leading to career disruptions, reduced workforce participation, and wage gaps. By providing financial compensation to parents for extraordinary care, the state acknowledges the value of caregiving work and facilitates a more equitable distribution of caregiving responsibilities between genders. This policy intervention empowers parents to balance their caregiving roles with their professional aspirations, promoting gender equality, reducing gender-based disparities in employment and earnings, and fostering a more inclusive and diverse workforce.

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