How do Myrdal's ideas relate to gender equality today?
My core insight was that women's double burden of home and work roles required systemic solutions, not just individual adjustments. In 'Women's Two Roles,' I highlighted the need for social infrastructure—like affordable childcare and flexible work arrangements—to enable women's full participation in both public and private spheres. This remains acutely relevant today. True gender equality necessitates transforming societal structures and norms that perpetuate unequal distribution of labor and opportunities, ensuring that both women and men can thrive in all aspects of life.
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