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What does gender refer to?
What are traditional masculine roles in a society?
What is an example of gender inequality?
How does gender socialization occur?
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Gender and Society
Definition of Gender
- Gender refers to the social, cultural, and psychological aspects of being male or female
- Different from biological sex, which refers to the physical characteristics that define males and females
Gender Roles
- Gender roles are the expectations and responsibilities associated with being male or female in a particular society
- Gender roles are shaped by cultural, social, and historical factors
- Examples of gender roles:
- Traditional masculine roles: breadwinner, protector, strong
- Traditional feminine roles: caregiver, nurturer, emotional
Gender Inequality
- Gender inequality refers to the unequal distribution of power, resources, and opportunities between men and women
- Examples of gender inequality:
- Wage gap: women earn less than men for the same work
- Limited access to education and job opportunities for women
- Gender-based violence and discrimination
Gender Socialization
- Gender socialization is the process by which individuals learn and internalize gender roles and expectations
- Gender socialization occurs through:
- Family and upbringing
- Education and media
- Peer relationships and cultural norms
Intersectionality
- Intersectionality is the understanding that gender intersects with other social categories, such as race, class, and sexuality, to produce unique experiences of discrimination and oppression
- Examples of intersectionality:
- Black women facing both racism and sexism
- LGBTQ+ individuals facing discrimination based on their sexual orientation and gender identity
Gender and Power
- Gender is closely tied to power and privilege in society
- Men have historically held more power and privilege than women, leading to gender inequality
- Examples of gender and power:
- Patriarchy: a system of social organization in which men hold power and women are subordinate
- Gendered violence: men are more likely to be perpetrators of violence, while women are more likely to be victims
Gender and Society
Definition of Gender
- Gender is a social construct that encompasses cultural, social, and psychological aspects of being male or female.
- It is distinct from biological sex, which refers to physical characteristics that define males and females.
Gender Roles
- Gender roles are societal expectations and responsibilities associated with being male or female.
- These roles are shaped by cultural, social, and historical factors, and influence individual behavior and identity.
- Traditional gender roles include:
- Masculine roles: breadwinner, protector, strong, and aggressive.
- Feminine roles: caregiver, nurturer, emotional, and submissive.
Gender Inequality
- Gender inequality refers to the unequal distribution of power, resources, and opportunities between men and women.
- Examples of gender inequality include:
- Wage gap: women earn 79 cents for every dollar earned by men.
- Limited access to education and job opportunities for women.
- Gender-based violence, discrimination, and marginalization.
Gender Socialization
- Gender socialization is the process by which individuals learn and internalize gender roles and expectations.
- This process occurs through:
- Family and upbringing: parents and caregivers teaching gender roles.
- Education and media: learning gender stereotypes from school and media.
- Peer relationships and cultural norms: peer pressure and societal expectations influencing behavior.
Intersectionality
- Intersectionality recognizes that gender intersects with other social categories, such as race, class, and sexuality.
- This intersection produces unique experiences of discrimination and oppression, including:
- Black women facing both racism and sexism.
- LGBTQ+ individuals facing discrimination based on their sexual orientation and gender identity.
Gender and Power
- Gender is closely tied to power and privilege in society.
- Men have historically held more power and privilege, leading to gender inequality.
- Examples of gender and power include:
- Patriarchy: a system of social organization in which men hold power and women are subordinate.
- Gendered violence: men are more likely to be perpetrators of violence, while women are more likely to be victims.
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Learn about the definition of gender, gender roles, and their impact on society. Discover how social, cultural, and historical factors shape gender expectations.
