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Who Cares? A Conversation with Emily Kenway

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CHAPTER

Revisiting Work and Care: Historical Contexts and Modern Implications

This chapter examines the evolution of work and care definitions, particularly during the industrial revolution, and how this separation has entrenched gender roles. It highlights the modern challenges faced by caregivers and critiques the commodification of care work while advocating for policies that integrate caregiving into economic structures. The discussion calls for a reevaluation of work-life balance, suggesting a shift towards a four-day workweek to better support caregivers in a changing society.

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