Research on Care Chains

Research on care chains examines how caregiving responsibilities are passed among people, often across different families and countries. It explores how some individuals, like immigrant workers, may leave their own families to care for others, creating a chain of care that affects multiple households. This dynamic highlights issues of inequality, as those providing care may experience emotional and financial challenges. The research emphasizes the interconnectedness of relationships and social structures, revealing how global economic conditions influence local caregiving practices, often impacting women's roles in society and the economy.