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“I think obviously we need to work harder at extending the women's movement. How do women who have prepared for careers and have a child get back to the workplace and still fulfill maternal roles?” quote by Tom Brokaw
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“I think obviously we need to work harder at extending the women's movement. How do women who have prepared for careers and have a child get back to the workplace and still fulfill maternal roles?”

Tom Brokaw

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Source Speech: Women's Leadership Forum, 2018

The speaker calls for stronger support for women re-entering the workforce after motherhood, balancing career and family responsibilities.

In simple terms: Women need help returning to work after having children.

Key Takeaway

Create policies that support career continuity for mothers.

Themes

gender equality workplace family balance career development maternal roles

Mood

empathetic forward‑looking

Type

policy advocacy

When to use this quote

  • corporate HR
  • government legislation
  • career counseling

Key Concepts

social policy human resources career pathways

Questions to Reflect On

  • What policies best support returning mothers?
  • How can workplaces change perceptions?
A Different Perspective

Balancing work and motherhood remains challenging for many.

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