Women, Work, and Caregiving Challenges

This chapter addresses the significant job losses experienced by women, particularly women of color, during the pandemic, emphasizing the dual burdens of lost wages and increased childcare responsibilities. It advocates for a coordinated caregiving infrastructure, including the proposal of a caregiving 'czar,' to support women's workforce re-entry. The chapter balances serious discussions with personal reflections, sharing nostalgic memories and insights into the emotional toll of caregiving.