Gender, Care Work, and Economic Inequality (ICGCEI-26)

This track explores how gender shapes experiences of economic inequality across different contexts. It aims to highlight the intersection of gender with other social categories in understanding economic disparities.

This session focuses on the critical role of care work in social reproduction and its implications for economic inequality. Participants will examine how unpaid and underpaid care labor contributes to broader economic structures.

This track investigates the contributions of feminist economics to understanding and addressing economic inequality. It emphasizes policy recommendations that can enhance gender equity in economic systems.

This session analyzes the impact of gender roles on labor market participation and outcomes. It seeks to uncover the mechanisms that perpetuate gender disparities in employment and wages.

This track examines the potential of the care economy to foster economic empowerment for marginalized groups. Discussions will focus on innovative practices and policies that support equitable care work.

This session addresses the challenges of achieving work-life balance and its implications for gender equity in the workplace. It will explore strategies for promoting policies that support both caregivers and workers.

This track investigates the role of social protection systems in mitigating economic inequality, particularly for women and caregivers. It aims to identify best practices and gaps in existing policies.

This session focuses on the formulation and implementation of gender-sensitive policies to address economic disparities. Participants will discuss the effectiveness of current policies and propose new frameworks.

This track explores the intersection of family policy and economic justice, emphasizing the role of family structures in shaping economic outcomes. It aims to identify policies that support equitable family dynamics.

This session examines the role of social justice movements in advocating for economic equality and gender equity. It will highlight case studies and strategies that have successfully addressed these issues.

This track invites contributions that provide a global perspective on the intersections of gender and economic inequality. It aims to foster dialogue on diverse experiences and solutions across different cultural contexts.