AN INTERACTIVE PUBLIC ART PROJECT

Invisible labour: a philosophical, sociological, and economic concept applying to work that is unseen or undervalued, despite its essential role in supporting the functioning of workplaces, relationships, families, groups and organizations.

Anderson, Emily Hodgson (2022-04-16).
"Invisible Labor, Invisible Hands".

The objective of the project is to acknowledge the invisible labour which is essential in scaffolding social structure and reflect on the systemic power imbalance between labour that is valued and that which is not.

The weight of invisible labour has demonstrably negative effects on the physical and psychological health of those on which it falls, requiring time, energy, knowledge and resources disproportionately from marginalized identity groups.

Anonymous submissions of invisible labour are written by community members using invisible ink and posted to the overdue notice board.

Ultra-violet lights are used to explore the board and provide an opportunity for participants to be seen and supported by their community.

Explore the board
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OVERDUE NOTICES

Participate in the project digitally by sharing your invisible labour through an anonymous request for value. 

Submit yours here

Your labour is not invisible to us.

Learn more about invisible labour and our resources and sources for this project 

  1. Anderson, Emily Hodgson (2022-04-16). "Invisible Labor, Invisible Hands". Los Angeles Review of Books. Retrieved 2024-09-20.

  2. Hagenboom, Melissa (2021-05-18). “The hidden load: How 'thinking of everything' holds mums back.” www.bbc.co.uk. Retrieved 2026-08-31.

  3. Hagenboom, Melissa (2026-03-18). “Feeling drained? Eight types of hidden work cause women to feel overwhelmed” www.bbc.co.uk. Retrieved 2026-08-31.

  4.  D’Ardenne, Kimberlee. "Invisible labor can negatively impact well-being in mothers". ASU News. Retrieved 2026-09-02.

  5. "What 'Invisible Work' Looks Like in the 21st Century | Psychology Today". www.psychologytoday.com. Retrieved 2024-09-21.

  6.  Kalita, S. Mitra (2023-09-26). "How to End the Unfairness of Invisible Work". Time. Retrieved 2024-09-20.

  7. Rodsky, Eve (2021-01-05). “Fair Play: Reese's Book Club: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do.” G.P. Putnam's Sons. ISBN-13: 978-0525541943

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