Rhacel Parreñas
4 books
About the Author
Rhacel Salazar Parreñas is a distinguished sociologist and author renowned for her incisive explorations of migration, labor, and gender dynamics in global contexts. A professor at the University of Southern California, she draws from extensive ethnographic research to illuminate the lives of migrant workers, particularly women, navigating precarious employment and intimate economies. Her work challenges conventional narratives by highlighting the cultural, technological, and political dimensions of care labor, advocating for greater recognition of undervalued forms of work. Through rigorous analysis and compassionate storytelling, Parreñas bridges academic scholarship with broader social justice issues, influencing discussions on inequality and human rights worldwide.
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Books by Rhacel Parreñas
