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The paper examines the changes in the European Union's work–life balance agenda over 30 years and its implications for families.

One Size Fits Few: The Evolution of the European Union’s Work–Life Balance Agenda over Three Decades

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The paper examines the changes in the European Union's work–life balance agenda over 30 years and its implications for families.
Analyzes key policy initiatives of the EU related to work–life balance.
Applies a conceptual framework focusing on inclusiveness, flexibility, and complementarity.
Assesses recognition of care responsibilities in various family structures.
EU policies have gradually broadened but progress is cautious and fragmented.
Binding measures favor 'standard' workers and 'average' families significantly.
Non-binding measures address needs of lone parents and migrant families inadequately.

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Analysis reveals uneven progress in work–life balance efforts for diverse families, indicating a need for more inclusive policies.

Dobrotić et al. (2026) studied this question.

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