A review of literature on the changing role of the family in care provision in Arab countries - United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia

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ESCWA Publication: E/ESCWA/SDD/2013/WP.1


Country: Arab region

Publication Type: Working papers

Cluster: 2030 Agenda and SDG Coordination

Focus Area: Gender equality, Inclusive development, Future of employment

Initiatives: Sustainable urban development

SDGs: Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

Keywords: Arab countries, Caregivers, Domestic workers, Extended family, Fertility, Households, Mortality, Women, Marriage statistics, International migration, Family

A review of literature on the changing role of the family in care provision in Arab countries

January 2013

This paper focuses on a subset of family-related issues, with special focus on the changing role of Arab families in the provision of care. Traditionally, the family has been responsible for the care of its members, including children, individuals with illnesses and disabilities, and the elderly. This study will identify literature focusing on the issue of the changing role of the family in the provision of care. The geographical scope will be limited to the member countries of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA).

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