More cities offer 'mother-friendly' jobs to women with childcare obligations

Duan Yi, 30, who was a homemaker for four years after giving birth, recently found a job at a flexible employment fair in Chongqing.

Previously, Duan ran a small shop, but was forced to shut it down due to economic issues. To boost her family's income, she started looking for a job that would allow her to maintain a work-life balance. Her wish was granted on Friday at the special employment fair co-hosted by the Chongqing Employment Service Bureau, the human resources and social security bureau of Shapingba district and the women's federation of Shapingba.

Today, Duan works as a data entry clerk for 500 yuan ($69) per day. She goes to the office if there is work to do, otherwise she stays at home and takes care of her son.