SVERIGES INSTÄLLNING TILL DIREKTIVET OM BALANS MELLAN ARBETE OCH PRIVATLIV Ett främjande av omhändertagande maskuliniteter?
Abstract
The last two decades, the role of men in the promotion of gender equality has gained a lot of
attention in terms of research and policies in the European Union (EU). The deeper involvement
of men in caring activities has the potential to promote gender-balanced task divisions.
European literature has requested wider definitions of masculinity, in which the concept of
“caring masculinity” has been described as a critical form of men's engagement and
involvement in gender equality. One of the latest initiatives by the EU to promote men in caring
activities is the work-life balance directive. The aim of the study is to examine the perspective
of Swedish institutions regarding the directive. The focus is specifically on analyzing the
responses of these institutions to the national implementation. The aim is to gain an
understanding of Swedish institutions' attitudes towards parental leave and non-transferable
months, which are important tools for promoting caring masculinities and gender equality.
Additionally, the thesis examines whether these institutions support or hinder caring
masculinities. The methodological approach is text analysis and the institutions' responses are
used as the primary material. The results indicate that a majority of the institutions promote
caring masculinities and have a positive perception of the directive.
Degree
Student essay
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Date
2023-10-20Author
Sjödin, Matilda
Keywords
Balansdirektiv, Jämställdhet, Omhändertagande maskuliniteter, Föräldraledighet, Reserverade föräldrapenningdagar
Language
swe