Fewer children live with their biological fathers than with other men. These men should be recognised and given assistance to become social fathers.
- Research fellow, Stellenbosch University
The judgment leads the way in Africa, but the new leave policies favour high income groups. Mothers will still bear the brunt of child care in poor households.
Le dernier rapport sur la situation des pères dans le monde indique que dans 15 pays, entre 70 et 90 % des hommes se sentent autant responsables des tâches ménagères que leurs conjointes.
The latest State of the World’s Fathers report found a shift in attitudes. In 15 countries, between 70% and 90% of men agreed with the statement, “I feel as responsible for care work as my partner.”
Finding a way to increase the participation of men and fathers in unpaid care work would have an important influence on a more equal distribution between women and men.
Fathers have an important role to play beyond financial support. Research shows they play an invaluable role in maternal, infant and child health.
To prevent men from using violence in their households, violence against children needs to stop before they become adults.
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