Impact of Covid-19 pandemic more drastic on women, says Singapore President Halimah


President Halimah Yacob (centre) on stage with the five Exemplary Mother Award 2021 finalists, among others. - The Straits Times/ANN

SINGAPORE, Oct 24 (The Straits Times/ANN): The Covid-19 pandemic and the many restrictions brought about by it have had a more drastic impact on women compared with men, as women carry a greater share of caregiving responsibilities at home, said President Halimah Yacob.

"As more activities for work and caregiving are moved online, women find themselves having to juggle both work and caregiving at the same time," she said.

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