Struggle Care 107: BEST OF: The Color of Care Tasks with Danita Platt
Aug 19, 2024
Danita Platt, an influential voice in care tasks, shares her insights on the historical implications of caregiving, particularly for Black women. She discusses the concept of "invisible labor" and how societal views on domesticity have evolved, stressing the need to rethink these narratives. Danita highlights the impact of the Great Migration and industrial shifts on family roles. She emphasizes the importance of honoring the contributions of women in care tasks while advocating for personal liberation and community support in redefining identity and care responsibilities.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
The Weight of Domesticity
03:57 • 16min
Historical Impact on Family Roles and Modern Parenting Challenges
20:12 • 5min
Revisiting Caregiving and Gender Dynamics
25:03 • 11min
Confronting Historical Narratives in Care Tasks
35:57 • 5min
Redefining Identity Beyond Care Tasks
41:13 • 2min
Exploring Personal Liberation and Community Care
43:38 • 2min