Care Economy Economic Impact: Unpaid care work accounts for nearly 20% of Colombia’s GDP

Recent national statistical reports have revealed that unpaid care work now accounts for nearly 20% of Colombia’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Highlighted by data from the National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE), these findings emphasize the massive economic contribution of domestic labor and family care, which is predominantly carried out by women. The report has sparked significant legislative debates and policy forums scheduled to take place across Medellín and Bogotá, aiming to create frameworks for proper economic recognition, support systems, and equitable redistribution of care responsibilities nationwide.