Join the global campaign to create a world where caregiving is valued and shared by all.
Care work remains invisible, undervalued, and mostly carried by women. But many men are quietly challenging the norm, sharing the load and showing up fully for their families. We invite these men to model equitable caregiving and raise their voices for gender equality. Together, we can build a fairer, more equal tomorrow.
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Care work remains largely invisible, undervalued, and mostly carried by women. Many men are quietly challenging the norm, sharing the load, and showing up fully for their families… yet they remain invisible in public narratives, which perpetuates stereotypes and reinforces traditional gender roles.
Explore our collection of real stories of fathers in STEMM who are challenging outdated gender norms, modelling equitable caregiving, and using their voices to champion caregiver inclusion. Share your own journey to join the movement!
"I became more involved than I ever thought I would be—not because I was asked to, but because I felt compelled to show up in every way I could."
"Fathers are not babysitters, and childcare is not a ‘mother’s job.’ "
"I believe that children benefit enormously for having two parents that guide them through early life."
" I hope that I and others can change this system that so desperately needs mothers but is then openly hostile to them."
"Equal parenting wasn’t just our goal, it was our foundation. Anything else would have fundamentally altered our relationship."
"The more we normalize shared parenting, the more we carve out space for others—mothers, fathers, and all caregivers—to thrive without hiding essential parts of themselves”
"We need a culture that supports parenting as a shared human responsibility—not one that assumes caregiving is synonymous with motherhood."
"I learned that caregiving is not a distraction from meaningful work; it is meaningful work.”
"I truly believe men benefit immensely from taking parental leave—it deepens relationships, broadens empathy, and sets a powerful example for future generations.”
"I became more involved than I ever thought I would be—not because I was asked to, but because I felt compelled to show up in every way I could." "Fathers are not babysitters, and childcare is not a ‘mother’s job.’ " "I believe that children benefit enormously for having two parents that guide them through early life." " I hope that I and others can change this system that so desperately needs mothers but is then openly hostile to them." "Equal parenting wasn’t just our goal, it was our foundation. Anything else would have fundamentally altered our relationship." "The more we normalize shared parenting, the more we carve out space for others—mothers, fathers, and all caregivers—to thrive without hiding essential parts of themselves” "We need a culture that supports parenting as a shared human responsibility—not one that assumes caregiving is synonymous with motherhood." "I learned that caregiving is not a distraction from meaningful work; it is meaningful work.” "I truly believe men benefit immensely from taking parental leave—it deepens relationships, broadens empathy, and sets a powerful example for future generations.”
Real change requires the active participation of everyone. You don’t need to have all the answers to contribute meaningfully to gender equality and a more just society. Whether you're just starting this journey or looking to deepen your impact, your actions matter.
Toolkit for Allies: proposes actionable steps to contribute to meaningful change, beginning with everyday choices to become equal partners and caregivers, extending into your workplace and community.
Resources: Check our selected list of websites and organisations offering useful resources to help every individual on their journey to champion gender equality and model equitable caregiving.
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