Mothers Unite!
Organizing for Workplace Flexibility and the Transformation of Family Life
in:
Sociology
Summary:
The book examines the grassroots movements and advocacy efforts of mothers campaigning for workplace flexibility, highlighting their strategies and the impact on family dynamics. It explores the intersection of gender, labor, and policy, documenting personal stories and the broader implications for societal change in work-family balance.
Key points:
1. Workplace Flexibility as a Movement: Crowley shows how workplace flexibility became a movement driven by mothers seeking family-friendly work policies.
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