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The aim is to explore how educational initiatives can help dual-earner families balance their responsibilities at home and work.

May 29, 2026Open Access

The Balancing Act

Key Points

The aim is to explore how educational initiatives can help dual-earner families balance their responsibilities at home and work.
Development of the 'Balancing Act' educational seminar
Implementation by the Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Service
Focus on dual-earner families and their work-life challenges
Increased awareness of strategies to manage family and work demands
Improved attendance and engagement in educational programs
Positive feedback on balancing techniques from participants

Abstract

Helping dual-earner families balance demands.One of the most significant changes affecting Extension's future programming thrusts is the number of women entering the labor force and the increase in dual-earner households.The number of dual-earner families has risen by almost 4.5 million, or 25%, in the last decade.1This trend points to the possibility that a large segment of the population will no longer be able to participate in Extension programs unless Extension changes its traditional delivery methods.Roles are changing so rapidly that many families are having trouble managing family and work responsibilities.2Employed individuals and couples can learn to balance the demands of home and work through educational seminars such as "The Balancing Act"developed by the Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Service.The stage is now set for improved home and work relationships-a contemporary issue needing attention today.

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