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Decreasing the pressure

TQO - Launched in 1989 by the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor, the movement "Good at country work, good at home" sets out requirements for female workers and employees during the country's reform period to change to meeting the strict requirements of history: both being a strong, elite rear base and capable of shouldering the new tasks of the Vietnamese revolution.

Over time, this title invisibly creates a certain pressure on women. Currently, most women work first shift at the office and "second shift" at home. According to an analysis report based on the International Labor Organization's Labor and Employment Survey data, women on average spend 20.2 hours per week doing housework (equivalent to 2.5 working days); while men are 10.7 hours. While many scientific studies have shown that when men do housework, families tend to reduce arguments, reduce the risk of divorce, and they can increase empathy and prolong life.

The roles of each gender are a product of different cultures and societies. Therefore, housework should not be designated as work for any gender. Inequality for women in terms of job quality and career development also stems from the dual responsibilities they have to shoulder.

  Although there has been a certain change in the issue of sharing housework among family members from parents to children, achieving equality in the family is still a long way, requiring careful attention. Men's sincerity, deep understanding and initiative in sharing burdens with their partners.

Hai Lam

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