Debate on President’s Address: Yeo Wan Ling on 'invisible' members of society
In Parliament on Monday (Apr 17), MP Yeo Wan Ling spoke on behalf of those she called “invisible” members of society. First, on working women who are also caregivers - Ms Yeo said their dual roles became even more blended during the COVID-19 pandemic and now that life is returning to normal, momentum gained in terms of flexible work arrangements must not be allowed to slow. She urged employers to extend flexi-work and family-friendly policies to these women as far as possible. Second, Ms Yeo said freelancers, in particular platform workers, continue to face challenges including physical safety in the course of their work as well as health, housing and retirement adequacy. Finally, Ms Yeo called for a mindset change towards adults with special needs, so that they can live fulfilled lives with the support of other members of the community, not just their own families.
In Parliament on Monday (Apr 17), MP Yeo Wan Ling spoke on behalf of those she called “invisible” members of society. First, on working women who are also caregivers - Ms Yeo said their dual roles became even more blended during the COVID-19 pandemic and now that life is returning to normal, momentum gained in terms of flexible work arrangements must not be allowed to slow. She urged employers to extend flexi-work and family-friendly policies to these women as far as possible. Second, Ms Yeo said freelancers, in particular platform workers, continue to face challenges including physical safety in the course of their work as well as health, housing and retirement adequacy. Finally, Ms Yeo called for a mindset change towards adults with special needs, so that they can live fulfilled lives with the support of other members of the community, not just their own families.
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