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WHRCF

dabin3521 — 2023-09-14 10:11:36 UTC

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dabin3521 — 2023-09-14 10:11:46 UTC

The picture is of a walking path in Dong-gu, Gyeryim-dong 1826, taken at 6:03 PM on October 14th.

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dabin3521 — 2023-10-13 04:45:56 UTC

The first presenter in this session was Silvia Federici, Professor Emerita at Hofstra University. Professor Silvia Federici contends that household labor is the core and foundation of all forms of economic activity, playing a crucial role in the production of labor power. Despite its pivotal role in the development of capitalism, she emphasizes that household labor is undervalued. As an alternative to this issue, she proposes that both men and women should jointly share household labor. Additionally, she underscores that household labor doesn't solely occur within the confines of the home but has broader societal implications as an economic activity. To raise awareness about this, she has initiated household labor campaigns. She highlights that household labor is not only a part of capitalist production but also a distinctive economic component, asserting that it's necessary to change the power dynamics between us and the state.

The second presenter in this session was Pham Thu Hien, Gender Specialist. The Vietnamese Minister presented the results of several time-use surveys, which had gathered data on household labor and unpaid caregiving for both women and men. According to the findings, women perform approximately 1.5 to 2.87 times more labor than men, resulting in a significant burden.

The Minister then discussed Vietnam's laws and policies, highlighting efforts to introduce maternity leave and child allowances. They expressed the intention to recognize household labor and unpaid caregiving as societal issues worthy of discussion.

The Minister explained the need to amend marriage and family laws to consider unpaid caregiving and household labor as income-generating work, thereby creating labor income. They also emphasized the importance of reducing the allocation of time for household labor and unpaid caregiving. Furthermore, the Minister stressed the necessity of practical social security systems and service provision that take into account diverse citizen circumstances.

The discussion also addressed social norms, with an emphasis on the need to change societal expectations that view household labor as a natural role for women, presenting it as a fundamental solution.

Finally, the Minister highlighted the importance of investing in transportation infrastructure and socio-economic development to integrate various social policies and infrastructure improvements, thus alleviating social burdens and achieving balance.

The last presenter in this session was KIM Gyoung Rae President, Gwangju Foundation for Women & Family. President Kim Kyung-Rye defined the concept of household labor as activities required to maintain family life. This includes uncompensated tasks encompassing household management and caregiving for family members. Kim emphasized that household labor not only serves household consumption but also contributes to child rearing and the well-being of the local community, estimating its value at approximately 4000 trillion KRW.

President Kim argued that recognizing and compensating the value of such household labor is essential. As an alternative, they proposed the introduction of a household labor allowance system, which aims to compensate the altruistic value of household labor and promote a culture of sharing household labor responsibilities. Gwangju City has already implemented this household labor allowance system and highlighted the need to establish a legal basis for social security and assess the feasibility of the program.

Moreover, President Kim emphasized the importance of gathering feedback from Gwangju citizens and identifying blind spots to further refine and realize the household labor allowance system. Gwangju City is being introduced as a pioneering case in recognizing the value of household labor. They stressed the importance of addressing welfare gaps and providing support for the middle-aged and elderly population, while highlighting the need for new social security systems and feasibility assessments for implementing the household labor allowance system.

In conclusion, realizing the household labor allowance system requires the establishment of new social security systems and feedback from Gwangju citizens, marking it as an innovative step towards recognizing the value of household labor.

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dabin3521 — 2023-10-13 06:27:33 UTC

After listening to the presentations from the three speakers, my interest in topics related to household labor has been significantly piqued. Professor Silvia Federici's presentation brilliantly explained the intricate interplay of household labor within capitalist society, providing me with a much deeper understanding of why household labor plays such a crucial role within the capitalist system.

The second presenter focused on women and household labor in Vietnam, presenting statistically-backed data, which made the content even more credible. Witnessing the reality that women invest considerably more time in household labor and unpaid caregiving than men prompted me to engage in profound contemplation about the burdens and societal roles that women bear. Moreover, I came to realize that resolving household labor issues isn't merely a matter of legal measures but also necessitates a significant shift in societal awareness.

Lastly, President Kim Kyung-Rye's presentation introduced an intriguing proposal for recognizing and compensating the economic value of household labor through the household labor allowance system. This policy endeavor aims to officially acknowledge the worth of household labor and foster a culture of equitable distribution. These presentations have spurred me to delve deeper into issues surrounding household labor, and I anticipate that my interest and understanding of this topic will continue to expand. Household labor is intricately tied to women's rights and social equality, underscoring the need for ongoing efforts to discuss and improve the situation.

Gwangju polly/selfie

dabin3521 — 2023-10-13 08:15:26 UTC

The name of the polly is 'Flow Control.' It was created by Spanish architect Alejandro Zaera-Polo. The location is Geumnam-ro Park, Geumnam-ro 3-ga, Dong-gu, Gwangju.
This polly resembles a tunnel connecting places, much like a snake in its form.

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dabin3521 — 2023-10-13 08:25:58 UTC

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dabin3521 — 2023-10-13 12:58:59 UTC

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dabin3521 — 2023-10-13 13:02:42 UTC

[06:04] - Short-haired woman in jeans and a navy blue jacket jogging.
[06:06] - Blue jacket, black pants, short hair, wearing a mask, near the apartment.
[06:07] - At the 7-minute mark, someone in sweatpants, possibly an elderly man with a bag.
[06:07] - At the 7-minute mark, a jogger in white shoes, a young man with a backpack.
[06:08] - Carrying a bag, gray pants, navy blue jacket.
[06:09] - Riding a bicycle continuously on the sidewalk.
[06:09] - Two middle-aged women passed by, steady traffic on the road ahead.
[06:09] - Passed by while riding a bicycle, waiting at a traffic light, wearing a blue jacket.
[06:10] - Floral-patterned outfit, walking an adult Maltese dog.
[06:12] - A woman on a scooter passed by.
[06:13] - A mother with a stroller and child taking a walk.
[06:13] - A child with a skateboard walking with friends, around 4th grade.
[06:15] - An elderly man wearing a beret, holding a pharmacy bag.
[06:16] - A man wearing glasses riding a bicycle.
[06:16] - An elderly man in a cap riding a bicycle with a basket.
[06:17] - A high school boy, wearing shorts and a T-shirt, using his phone and riding a bicycle with one hand.
[06:17] - A couple wearing black hoodies holding hands.
[06:18] - Wearing a navy blue jacket, talking on the phone.
[06:19] - A black windbreaker set, gray cap, presumably in his 50s.
[06:20] - Waiting for the traffic light, black backpack, black cap, navy jeans, khaki jacket.
[06:21] - Short hair, approximately in her 30s, wearing a white jacket.
[06:21] - Purple hoodie, black pants, short hair, late teens.
[06:21] - Gray attire, pants, and shoes, gray hair, around 40 years old.
[06:21] - Wearing a denim jacket, blue jeans, glasses, hiking shoes, around 40 years old.
[06:22] - A couple, presumably in black, walking their Maltese and Pomeranian dogs.
[06:23] - Black attire, pants, and shoes.
[06:24] - Green scooter, white cap pushed back, wearing shorts.
[06:27] - A bicycle with a front basket, black windbreaker, waiting at the traffic light.
[06:28] - Mint-colored long sleeves, black pants, talking on the phone.
[06:29] - Two young men riding a turquoise scooter, both in their late teens.
[06:30] - Pink windbreaker, a man in his 30s or 40s, wearing purple shorts.
[06:31] - Wide-leg jeans, cropped hooded sweater, in his 20s, waiting at the traffic light.
[06:31] - A family of four, three in jeans, and dad in plaid sweatpants and Crocs.
[06:31] - Annoyed by gnats, cicadas chirping.
[06:32] - Dyed hair, black pants, clothes, and a bag, late teens, female.
[06:35] - A man in his 30s, wearing a windbreaker and jeans, lighting a cigarette while waiting at the traffic light.
[06:37] - Pink vest, white shirt, floral pants, a lady in her 60s, near the apartment.
[06:38] - A third-grader riding a bike, Adidas pants, crossing the street.
[06:38] - Wearing a suit, around 40s, presumed male, likely heading home from work, near an apartment.
[06:39] - Short-sleeved shirt, long pants, a 30s man on a bike, waiting at the traffic light.
[06:39] - Wearing jeans, a black jacket, and carrying a violin case, an elementary student returning home.
[06:40] - Perm hair, 50s, wearing flower-patterned short pants and a black jacket, waiting at the traffic light.
[06:41] - Khaki jacket, black pants, a man on a bicycle, waiting at the traffic light.
[06:42] - Striped outfit, perm hair, a lady in her 60s.
[06:42] - Black cap, male in his 60s on a bike, wearing navy blue jacket, heading towards the apartment.
[06:43] - A mother and her daughter on a bike, with a violin case, likely coming home after lessons.
[06:44] - Biker wearing a helmet and carrying a red bag, waiting at the traffic light, continuous rain.
[06:46] - Black jacket, navy pants, wearing sneakers, waiting at the traffic light.
[06:47] - Long hair, black jacket, slacks, video chatting while crossing the street with a friend and their Corgi dog.
[06:52] - Mother and son, 60s and 30s, taking a walk together. The son is in gray sweatpants, and the mother is in a vest and black pants, waiting at the traffic light.
[06:53] - Three middle school girls, as if they've been shopping, crossing at the traffic light.
[06:53] - Wearing an orange vest, a lady in her 60s, in black pants, wearing glasses, waiting at the traffic light.
[06:55] - Wearing all black, including pants, clothes, and shoes, standing at the crosswalk.

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dabin3521 — 2023-10-13 13:03:00 UTC

Why are parks usually located far away from traffic and roads, whereas this walking path seems to be quite close to the road, making it a bit noisy? I wonder why it was designed this way. It seems like an attempt to harmonize the road and the environment to some extent.

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dabin3521 — 2023-12-03 11:24:28 UTC

While I was in this area, there were no accidents, and the road at the nearby intersection was clean with no accidents as well. Many people near the apartment were seen returning home with relaxed expressions. However, occasionally, there were individuals crossing the road on bicycles without permission.

WHRCF(revise)

dabin3521 — 2023-12-03 11:35:48 UTC

The section I attended focused on 'Gender Inequality in Housework,' with a central theme of 'How to address Gender Inequality in Housework.'
The date is October 6, 2023, from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM.
The format of the session involved three presenters giving their talks, followed by a panelist leading a discussion.

Participants are as follows.

1. PARK MijeongMember of the Gwangju Metropolitan Council

1. Silvia FedericiProfessor Emerita, Hofstra University
2. Pham Thu HienGender Specialist
3. KIM Gyoung RaePresident, Gwangju Foundation for Women & Family

1. Garance SarlatGender Associate Project Officer, UNESCO
2. LEE Hyun AhProfessor, Korea National Open University
3. JANG SerenaRepresentative, Gwang-ju Women Association

1. Gwangju Foundation for Women & Family