This paper examines the phenomena of circular migration of Eastern European women to Italy both theoretically and empirically. Using interview material from migrant women working in Italy, in temporary positions, it exposes the changing nature of gender roles and the precarious nature of women’s employment whereby, in order to maintain gendered care commitments, this type of employment is sometimes in fact chosen. The respondents in this study give vivid expression to the complex way in which this selection of migrant women made decisions around balancing their work life and their caring life.
Author(s): Sabrina Marchetti
For Full-Text PDF Click Here