RECOGNIZING THE INVISIBLE BACKBONE: INVESTING IN CARE FOR GENDER EQUALITY AND INCLUSIVE GROWTH
Every year, the International Day of Care and Support reminds us of an often-overlooked truth, that care work is the invisible backbone of our societies and economies. From nurturing children and supporting the elderly to caring for persons with disabilities and maintaining household wellbeing, care work sustains life and fuels productivity. Yet, much of this work remains undervalued, underpaid, or entirely unpaid, disproportionately borne by women and girls across the world.
At BRICS Insights, we recognize that addressing gender inequalities requires more than policy rhetoric, it demands the revaluation, redistribution, and recognition of care work as a pillar of social protection and inclusive economic growth.
