Marc Grau-Grau, Harvard University
Marc Grau-Grau, Harvard University
Working Fathers: Mix Methods for Understanding Fatherhood Involvement, Enrichment Experiences and Flexibility Stigma
Working Fathers: Mix Methods for Understanding Fatherhood Involvement, Enrichment Experiences and Flexibility Stigma
Abstract
Although there is still a gender division of labor in post-industrial countries, evidence seems to suggest that there is a growing number of fathers that want to be more involved with their children. Using a Time Use Survey, this seminar analyzes how paternal time devoted to children under 10 years old differs across educational level, income, age, number of paid working hours, occupation, and partner’s occupation, Furthermore, while research shows that fatherhood involvement is positively related with child outcomes and gender equality, less is known about the benefits of having both work and family roles for working fathers themselves and their jobs. Using the conceptual framework of work-family enrichment, Marc Grau-Grau explores how resources developed at home are positively transferred and applied at work. Finally, this seminar examines five types of work-family balance barriers which could explain why working fathers prefer not to use flexible policies.
If you would like to attend this seminar, please RSVP to gender@hbs.edu as lunch will be served.