Feminist economics

Feminist economics involves a critical rethinking of the traditional economy that prioritises life and care. It recognises the value of reproductive, domestic and care work —often invisible and primarily done by women— and focuses on transforming the economy to make it fairer, more equitable and more sustainable for everyone.

This perspective advocates for the redistribution of time, resources and responsibilities and promotes social justice and gender equality in all economic spheres: from the job market to public policies and the welfare system.

Feminist economics initiatives

The Directorate for Feminism and LGBTI Services is participating in the implementation of the Barcelona Agreement for Quality Employment (ABOQ 2021–2030), the new strategic framework for implementing quality employment policies in of Barcelona over the next decade.

This partnership falls under the principle of Equity and inclusive quality employment, one of the three themes of this agreement, and it translates into active participation in two of the working groups created:

  • Working Group for Gender Equality in the Working World

  • Working Group for Intersectionality / Over 45’s

These groups strive to guarantee that employment policies have an intersectional gender perspective, with the goal of reducing the structural inequalities that particularly affect women, especially those in the most vulnerable situations.

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