Changing Notions on Housework
The traditional view of housekeeping as entirely a female task is progressively shifting. Men are increasingly sharing the responsibilities of domestic tasks as women enter employment in greater numbers. This transformation in thinking is critical for advancing gender equality and dismantling gender stereotypes. The following is a list of resources to help you get started. Recognizing the value of housekeeping may also lead to improved responsibility sharing and a healthier work-life balance for both men and women.
Growing up as Boys and Girls- Valuing Housework
The term “housework” describes the unpaid labour and responsibilities involved in maintaining a home, including babysitting, cleaning, and cooking. The conventional view of housework as the responsibility of women and an anticipated aspect of their gender roles. But with time, this has started to shift.
Over time, the idea of housekeeping has changed as social and economic institutions have changed, changing the kinds of duties and obligations that must be performed. For instance, several areas of housework are now less time-consuming and physically taxing because of the development of labour-saving tools like washing machines and vacuum cleaners.
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