The Morning Brief Unseen, Unpaid, Undervalued: The Reality of Women’s Work
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Jul 4, 2025 In this insightful conversation, Sunaina Kumar, a Senior Fellow at the Observer Research Foundation, sheds light on the often-overlooked burdens women carry in caregiving and domestic tasks. Despite their achievements, many women still face significant inequities at home and work. Kumar discusses the economic implications of unpaid labor and emphasizes the urgency for cultural and policy changes. She also advocates for flexible work arrangements and supports stronger male involvement in caregiving to foster equity and empower women's roles in the workforce.
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Neema's Dual Burden
- Neema balances a full-time career and extensive domestic responsibilities after marriage.
- She emotionally relates to films like "Great Indian Kitchen" that mirror her personal challenges.
Motherhood's Career Impact
- A healthcare professional changed her career for more time with her child due to lack of support.
- She highlights the solitary journey of motherhood, often without familial help.
Millie's Flexible Workday
- Millie Mishra adjusts work hours around her children's school timings and caregiving.
- She embraces flexible productivity and rejects perfectionism to balance roles effectively.