Japan Amends Law to Give National Support to Young Caregivers

Japan's parliament enacted on Wednesday an amended law stipulating government assistance for young people who provide daily care for family members. The revised law to promote support for child-nurturing and youth development was approved by a majority vote of the ruling bloc at a plenary meeting of the House of Councillors, the upper parliamentary chamber. Episode Notes: ‘Japan Amends Law to Give National Support to Young Caregivers’: https://barrierfreejapan.com/2024/06/06/japan-amends-law-to-give-national-support-to-young-caregivers/