An objective pertaining to gender equality that requires the introduction of family and parental leave schemes, child and elderly care arrangements, and the development of a working environment which facilitates the combination of work, family and private life for women and men. Reconciliation of family/private life with work is viewed as a natural corollary to gender equality and a means for achieving gender equality not only in law but also in everyday life.

See also: work–family balance; work–life balance