The Tricky Business of Policymaking: Conclusions

Changes and diversification of lifestyles require changes and diversification of approaches in the policies implemented, and as we see in this book, this is a difficult and complex task. The changes in family and gender roles, household composition, work and working conditions affected the intricacies of parental leave policies, societal attitudes, and the inherent precarity within family life. The chapters provide insights into the diverse ways families and states navigate the complexities of contemporary society, highlighting the unaddressed vulnerabilities created by existing public policies.