Yale University: Why Is the Gender Gap in Care Work Wider in Rich Countries?
March 12, 2026
March 12, 2026
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, March 12 -- Yale University issued the following news:
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Why Is the Gender Gap in Care Work Wider in Rich Countries?
Across countries, more women than men choose careers in the care sector--roles like teaching, nursing, and social work. Surprisingly, in countries with greater gender equality overall, this gap in caring is often larger. A new study analyzed the differences between countries and found that the care gap is linked t . . .
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Why Is the Gender Gap in Care Work Wider in Rich Countries?
Across countries, more women than men choose careers in the care sector--roles like teaching, nursing, and social work. Surprisingly, in countries with greater gender equality overall, this gap in caring is often larger. A new study analyzed the differences between countries and found that the care gap is linked t . . .