… employment declined, while the amount of unpaid household work and childcare increased significantly. Even though men … of a digital workforce, but it also increased work-lifebalance tensions, especially for women. When the economy …
… in retail, accommodation, residential care, domestic work and clothing manufacturing suffered heavy job losses. … most needed,” said Carlien Scheele, EIGE’s Director . Work-lifebalance pressures have increased for women The pandemic has …
… workloads, night shifts and low pay characterise their work. These factors will not attract more people to a sector … the EU. But we must also recognise the value of care work by increasing wages and improving working conditions. … children might miss out on opportunities to live a normal life and socialise with people their own age. Cost is a major …
… schools during lockdowns increased women’s share of unpaid work, despite men sharing the workload more than before. Time … among lone parents, suggesting that telework is used to balancework and family life, particularly among women. However, telework is not a …
… of people were confined to their homes, either unable to work or continuing virtually. This excludes workers … hours and reported troubles reconciling work and family life. Several studies have reported increased stress, … in the EU. It is crucial to consult women and have gender-balance in decision-making during crisis situations and …