ANIMA Indonesian Psychological Journal
Vol 23 No 1 (2007): ANIMA Indonesian Psychological Journal (Vol. 23, No. 1, 2007)

Reconciling Work and Family Responsibilities: A Global Perspective

Bardoel, E.A. (Unknown)
Cieri, H. De (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Oct 2007

Abstract

The issue of reconciling work and family responsibilities is a major concern for working men and women whether they live in industrialized and developed nations or developing nations. In- creasingly working adults in developing countries are struggling to reconcile work and family respon- sibilities. Although they will vary depending on the cultural context, effective family friendly policies require managers to be cognizant of a number of local factors that influence employees’ work and personal lives. These factors include culture and traditions, the role of key stakeholders, public poli- cies, community resources and infrastructure, and workplace practices and demographics. Isu memadukan pekerjaan dan tugas keluarga merupakan masalah utama bagi pria dan pe- rempuan yang bekerja baik mereka hidup di negara industri dan maju atau di negara berkembang. Makin banyak pekerja dewasa di negara berkembang berusaha dengan keras memadukan pekerjaan- nya dengan kewajiban keluarga. Sekalipun hal tersebut bervariasi tergantung konteks budayanya, ke- bijakan ramah keluarga yang efektif menuntut para manajer untuk bertanggung jawab terhadap se- jumlah faktor lokal yang memengaruhi kerja para pekerja dan kehidupan pribadinya. Faktor-faktor ini meliputi budaya dan tradisi, peran kunci mereka yang terkait, kebijakan umum, sumber daya dan in- frastruktur masyarakat, dan praktik-praktik di tempat kerja dan demografi.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jpa

Publisher

Subject

Social Sciences

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Anima publishes peer reviewed articles with editors and consultants providing detailed assistance for authors to reach publication. Anima publishes research reports and scientific papers in psychology and/or related sciences with the aim to advance science, knowledge, and theory of ...