
Transforming the Care Economy


Professionalizing Care Work in Malaysia

Care Economy Dialogue: Toward a Resilient and Sustainable Care Economy in Malaysia
In partnership with the Australian High Commission in Malaysia, The Asia Foundation convened “Care Economy Dialogue: Toward a Resilient and Sustainable Care Economy in Malaysia” on March 28, 2023, in…

Understanding the “Care Economy”

Roadmap for Action on the Care Economy in Asia and the Pacific

Toward a Resilient Care Ecosystem in Asia and the Pacific: Reflections on the Bali Care Economy Dialogue
The Asia Foundation, UN Women, and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade are pleased to invite you to a virtual reflection session that will provide an overview of…

Toward a Resilient Care Ecosystem in Asia and the Pacific
There is growing recognition that care work is both a ubiquitous and critical social and economic activity. Globally, care providers support over one billion people, including children, elderly adults, and…

Care Economy a Key Focus of The Asia Foundation’s Work
Globally, care workers support over one billion people, including young children, aging adults, and people with disabilities. While some are paid for this work, most care providers are unpaid and…

Experts to Call for Policy Reform in the Care Sector Across Asia-Pacific
A high-level meeting in Bali, Indonesia, this week will seek to position care work as a priority for economic growth in the Asia-Pacific region, where women perform 80 percent of…