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Round Table China

'Mom's posts.' Supporting or sidelining working mothers?

Dec 10, 2024
Niu Honglin, an advocate for working mothers, and Fei Fei, a commentator on employment issues, dive into the controversial rise of 'mom's job postings' in China. They dissect whether these roles genuinely empower mothers or trap them in low-wage positions. Discussion highlights include government efforts to create flexible jobs, societal biases against these roles, and the unique challenges working mothers face. The guests also emphasize the strengths mothers bring to the workforce and call for a shift in societal attitudes towards their contributions.
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Quick takeaways

  • The introduction of targeted job postings for mothers in Qingdao aims to offer flexible work options, yet may reinforce gender stereotypes and limit career growth.
  • Despite the intention to support working mothers, the debate highlights concerns over equality and the potential undervaluation of their contributions in the workplace.

Deep dives

Job Listings for Mothers

A recent initiative in Qingdao City, China, has introduced 190 job positions specifically targeting mothers returning to work after childbirth. These roles are designed to accommodate flexible working hours and typically involve less demanding labor, such as catering, housekeeping, and security services. While these jobs aim to support mothers, there is a debate about whether they are truly empowering or simply relegating women to low-wage positions with limited growth potential. Critics argue that labeling these positions as 'mom posts' reinforces stereotypes about women's roles in childcare and may restrict opportunities for growth.

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