Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees
Thursday, 2 June 2022
Joint Oireachtas Committee on Gender Equality
Recommendations of the Report of the Citizens’ Assembly on Gender Equality: Discussion (Resumed)
Mr. Darragh O'Connor:
Absolutely - it involves childcare, elder care and disability services. Traditionally, there has been a highly gendered perception of it as well. I think that is shifting but this is a long road. It denies men that caring role. If you are going to be a father, it is not just about putting food in the fridge. There is huge joy and enjoyment in having a caring and loving relationship with your children. It seems bizarre to say that.
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