#mechanic

· 2mo ago

Good #morning to readers; #kyiv remains in #ukrainian hands. Natalia works as an #car #mechanic a male-dominated field she would likely have never chosen on her own. However, when her #husband left for #war Natalia, like many #ukrainian women, had to step up. https://www.counteroffensive.news/p/how-conscription-pushes-women-into

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How conscription pushes women into “male jobs”

The war is changing the labor market by increasing the number of women in traditionally male-dominated positions. However, working conditions are still worse for them than they could be for men.

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Tim Mak @timkmak@journa.host

· 2mo ago

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"Yes, how can I #help you?" She stepped out from behind the #car to greet the #customer . His face showed #confusion as he looked around and asked, "Is there a #mechanic here?"

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Tim Mak @timkmak@journa.host

· 2mo ago

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"Yes, how can I #help you?" Natalia continued the conversation patiently, although she was growing #irritated . She knew what would be said next. "Isn't there a male #mechanic the man asked, confirming her #prediction .

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