I notice so many Women Construction workers go back to do all the domestic chores after a long and tough day at site. They need the right kind of working gear so that they are protected and are safe.
I often visit the local weekly market to purchase vegetables and fruits for the week. I prefer to shop consumables from the locals than in the branded stores. I developed excellent rapport with the women who come to sell regularly and the little ones tagging along their moms. Few of us from our colony organised a small play area for all these kiddos to be at by while the moms are busy. We organise some fun activities, share some eatables with them, tell stories or play a movie. Believe you me, this makes the mothers so happy and they say that all of them look forward to the market day in our area.
The ‘Nalini by day and Nancy by night’ out sourcing job holding women make me wonder about them. I know many who prefer to work in the night so that they can care for their families in the day. Well women, when do you plan to take care of your selves, is my constant question. The position, package and the appraisals do not make up for all the quality personal time and health you lose working against the biological clock. I quote Swami Vivekananda, ' Arise! Awake! and stop not till the goal is reached. ' Women of India have been doubling up to meet the expectations of the society for centuries. And certainly have the potential to gather the will to make a difference and add value to their status and lives. Supportive leadership and consistent motivation will certainly catalyze this movement.