Recognize and value unpaid care and domestic work through the provision of public services, infrastructure and social protection policies and the promotion of shared responsibility within the household and the family as nationally appropriate.
Project 1: Community Care Centers
Objective: Establish community care centers to provide support for unpaid care and domestic work.
SMART Framework:
Specific: To create accessible centers providing services like childcare, eldercare, and domestic skill training.
Measurable: Aim to serve X number of families in the community.
Achievable: Collaborate with local NGOs and government agencies to set up centers.
Result Oriented: Reduced burden of unpaid care work on individuals, especially women, leading to increased participation in economic activities.
Time Bound: Establish centers within 18 months and monitor progress quarterly.
Impact Assessment Method (5.4.1): Survey individuals in the community to measure the proportion of time spent on unpaid domestic and care work before and after utilizing the center's services.
Project 2: Public Awareness Campaign
Objective: Raise awareness about the importance of valuing unpaid care and domestic work.
SMART Framework:
Specific: Develop and distribute educational materials through various media channels.
Measurable: Track engagement metrics such as reach, impressions, and feedback.
Achievable: Partner with local influencers, schools, and community centers to amplify the message.
Result Oriented: Increased understanding and recognition of unpaid care work's significance in society.
Time Bound: Implement the campaign within 6 months and evaluate effectiveness annually.
Impact Assessment Method (5.4.1): Conduct pre-and post-campaign surveys to gauge changes in attitudes and behaviors related to unpaid care work.
Project 3: Flexible Work Policies
Objective: Advocate for and implement flexible work policies to accommodate caregiving responsibilities.
SMART Framework:
Specific: Work with employers to develop policies allowing flexible hours, telecommuting, or job-sharing.
Measurable: Track the adoption rate of flexible work arrangements across various industries.
Achievable: Collaborate with businesses, labor unions, and policymakers to enact supportive legislation.
Result Oriented: Improved work-life balance for caregivers, particularly women, leading to higher job satisfaction and productivity.
Time Bound: Implement policies within 12 months and assess impact semi-annually.
Impact Assessment Method (5.4.1): Analyze employment data to compare the proportion of time spent on unpaid care work among employees before and after the implementation of flexible work policies.
Project 4: Parental Leave Policies Enhancement
Objective: Advocate for extended and gender-neutral parental leave policies.
SMART Framework:
Specific: Lobby for legislative changes to increase the duration of parental leave and make it available to all genders.
Measurable: Monitor the adoption rate of extended parental leave policies by companies and governments.
Achievable: Collaborate with policymakers, advocacy groups, and businesses to enact supportive legislation.
Result Oriented: Increased uptake of parental leave by both parents, leading to a more equitable distribution of caregiving responsibilities.
Time Bound: Achieve policy changes within 24 months and assess impact annually.
Impact Assessment Method (5.4.1): Survey individuals to measure the proportion of time spent on unpaid care work by parents before and after the implementation of extended parental leave policies.
Project 5: Skill Development Programs
Objective: Offer skill development programs to empower individuals in performing domestic tasks efficiently.
SMART Framework:
Specific: Design training modules covering various aspects of household management and caregiving.
Measurable: Track the number of participants completing the programs and their feedback.
Achievable: Partner with vocational training centers, community colleges, and local organizations to deliver the programs.
Result Oriented: Increased competency in performing unpaid care work, leading to reduced time spent on these tasks.
Time Bound: Implement programs within 9 months and conduct follow-up assessments bi-annually.
Impact Assessment Method (5.4.1): Assess participants' self-reported time allocation to unpaid care work before and after completing the skill development programs.
Project 6: Technology Solutions for Household Tasks
Objective: Introduce technology-based solutions to streamline household chores.
SMART Framework:
Specific: Develop and promote apps or devices to assist with tasks like meal planning, cleaning, and organizing.
Measurable: Track the adoption rate of technology solutions and their impact on time spent on unpaid care work.
Achievable: Partner with tech companies and research institutions to develop user-friendly and affordable solutions.
Result Oriented: Increased efficiency in performing household tasks, leading to more time for other activities.
Time Bound: Launch technology solutions within 12 months and conduct usability tests quarterly.
Impact Assessment Method (5.4.1): Survey users to measure changes in the proportion of time spent on unpaid care work after adopting technology solutions.
Project 7: Support Networks for Caregivers
Objective: Establish support networks for caregivers to share experiences and resources.
SMART Framework:
Specific: Create peer support groups, online forums, and informational workshops for caregivers.
Measurable: Track attendance and engagement metrics for support network activities.
Achievable: Partner with healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations to offer support services.
Result Oriented: Improved mental well-being and resilience among caregivers, leading to better quality of care.
Time Bound: Establish support networks within 6 months and evaluate effectiveness semi-annually.
Impact Assessment Method (5.4.1): Survey participants to measure changes in the perceived burden of unpaid care work and overall satisfaction with support network services.
Project 8: Financial Incentives for Care Work
Objective: Introduce financial incentives to recognize and compensate unpaid care work.
SMART Framework:
Specific: Advocate for tax credits, subsidies, or other financial incentives for caregivers.
Measurable: Track the uptake of financial incentives and their impact on caregivers' financial stability.
Achievable: Lobby policymakers and collaborate with financial institutions to design and implement incentive programs.
Result Oriented: Reduced financial strain on caregivers, leading to improved well-being and economic empowerment.
Time Bound: Secure implementation of financial incentives within 18 months and monitor outcomes annually.
Impact Assessment Method (5.4.1): Analyze data on caregivers' financial situations and assess changes in the proportion of time spent on unpaid care work after receiving financial incentives.
Project 9: Gender-Sensitive Education Programs
Objective: Develop educational initiatives to challenge traditional gender roles and promote shared responsibility in caregiving.
SMART Framework:
Specific: Integrate gender equality modules into school curricula and community education programs.
Measurable: Monitor the inclusion of gender-sensitive content and assess changes in attitudes towards caregiving responsibilities.
Achievable: Collaborate with education boards, teachers' associations, and gender equality advocates to develop and implement educational materials.
Result Oriented: Increased awareness of the importance of shared responsibility in caregiving, leading to more equitable distribution of unpaid care work.
Time Bound: Implement educational programs within 12 months and evaluate effectiveness annually.
Impact Assessment Method (5.4.1): Survey students and community members to measure changes in attitudes towards gender roles and caregiving responsibilities after participating in gender-sensitive education programs.
Project 10: Legal Protections for Care Workers
Objective: Advocate for legal protections and rights for paid care workers, predominantly women.
SMART Framework:
Specific: Campaign for legislation ensuring fair wages, safe working conditions, and access to social protections for care workers.
Measurable: Track the passage of laws and regulations protecting the rights of care workers.
Achievable: Collaborate with trade unions, advocacy groups, and policymakers to draft and advocate for supportive legislation.
Result Oriented: Improved working conditions and economic security for care workers, leading to better-quality care for dependents.
Time Bound: Achieve legal protections within 24 months and monitor implementation annually.
Impact Assessment Method (5.4.1): Survey care workers to measure changes in working conditions, job satisfaction, and the proportion of time spent on unpaid care work due to improved conditions and rights.
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