Perceptions Of Gender Equality Research Articles

Male Teachers’ Perceptions of Gender Equality in the Foundation Phase

ABSTRACT In South Africa, the recruitment and retention of men to teach in the foundation phase (Grade R-3) has gained national attention. In a patriarchal society such as South Africa, where such jobs are regarded as the purview of women, men’s perceptions of gender and gender equality in schools might explain their existence at this level of the education system. In this article, I am exploring male teachers’ perceptions of gender equality. The study used narrative inquiry and interview-conversations with 13 participants to generate data. I theorized the data using Connell’s work on masculinities as a framework. I found that the participants believe gender equality should be driven by clear policies to increase the number of men in the FP. Also, the findings suggest that men are constructing hybrid masculinities using the principles of gender equality to their benefit and to ascend to positions of leadership in the FP.

Gender Inclusivity in Law Enforcement: Impact of Gender-Responsive Policing in Region IV-A, CALABARZON

This study investigates the status of gender equality in law enforcement, gender consideration and discrimination, gender safety in transportation, and the extent of gender-responsive policing. Employing a quantitative research design, the study sourced data from 165 participants through purposive sampling, which was sanctioned by the Land Transportation Office in Region IV-A CALABARZON. Findings reveal a young to middle-aged participant profile, predominantly with higher education, suggesting a potentially elevated perspective on gender inclusivity informed by their educational experiences. High mean scores across gender inclusivity metrics indicate a positive perception of gender equality, particularly in terms of economic participation, opportunities, and law enforcement practices. However, certain areas have highlighted the need for further research, especially regarding discrimination in career advancement. This study underscores the significant role of GROs in enhancing perceptions of gender equality and safety. This emphasizes the importance of fostering a positive community reception toward gender-responsive policing initiatives contrary to the initial hypotheses. Demographic profiles, including age and training received, were not significantly correlated with perceptions of gender-responsive policing, directing attention to areas warranting further investigation.

Gender labor segregation in the care economy: needs research and solutions

The purpose of the research to determine the needs and workload of people who provide free care for their elderly relatives at home. Methodology – a mixed method was applied, which included an electronic individual questionnaire with open and closed questions among 201 residents of Kazakhstani urban and rural areas. Originality / value of the research - the first study in Kazakhstan aimed at identifying the needs and the time use of people engaged in unpaid care for their elderly relatives. Findings: A social and demographic portrait of a caregiver for an older adult at home was composed, the share of institutional, paid and unpaid care in households and the distribution of household workload between spouses were estimated, and the perception of gender equality in families was defi ned. The study showed that the basic needs of people caring for their older relatives at home included benefi ts and payments, services of a public social worker /compensation for care assistant services, a solid pension, an increase in the caregiver’s social status, free medicines and medical care. A shortage of institutional care services for older people in Kazakhstan has been identifi ed, and recommendations for developing a national care system have been proposed.

Perempuan dan Politik: Analisis Kesetaraan Gender Dalam Tayangan Film Barbie Tahun 2023 Dalam Perspektif Feminisme

In the era of globalization and rapid media development, films as a form of popular entertainment have a significant influence in shaping society's understanding of gender equality and feminism. This research aims to analyze gender equality in Barbie films from a feminist perspective, with a focus on Indonesia's young generation, towards gender equality for women in the family and public spaces. The film was chosen as the subject of study because it has the potential to shape the views of the younger generation regarding gender issues and the feminist movement in Indonesia. In line with this aim, this research has a qualitative approach, with an explanatory type of research through case studies. For data collection techniques through primary data and secondary data. Primary data through in-depth interviews, and secondary data through library research and document studies. The theories used are The Politics of Presence by Anne Phillips and The Media of Film by Triana Robbins, Peter Coogans, Bradford W. Wright, and Will Broker, and Tolstoy. The results of this research are to provide a better understanding of variations in public perceptions of gender equality in Barbie 2023, as well as how identity politics factors, including gender identity and patriarchal culture, influence these perceptions. These findings provide in-depth insight into the role of entertainment media in shaping the attitudes and political views of Indonesia's young generation towards gender equality with a focus on gender issues, as well as assisting policy makers in designing communication strategies that are more sensitive to gender equality. The patriarchal culture in the film Barbie 2023 is still a big obstacle to gender equality. The Barbie film helps highlight this issue and invites society to give equal rights to women.

Commmunity Perception of Gender Equality in Families in Lattekko Village, Bone Regency

Gender is a cultural interpretation and receives a lot of attention in society. One of the problems that occurs in the community in Lattekko Village, Bone Regency, this research is to determine community perceptions and forms of equality within the family by studying family systems theory through developing scales or indicators that reflect aspects of gender equality. Quantitative approach to data collection. The research results show that the level of public knowledge regarding gender equality is still very low. Of the total 40 respondents, only 9 (22.5%) respondents knew gender, while 31 (77.5%) respondents did not know. However, the level of gender equality between men and women does not result in differences in treatment, work, time, public participation in society and household duties. The level of knowledge of respondents regarding gender equality in Lattekko Village, Awangpone District, Bone Regency, is still very low.

Promoting gender-inclusive leadership perceptions among Japanese university students: A nine-week critical inquiry-based action learning program

The present study investigates gender equality in Japanese university students’ leadership perception and examines the changes in their perspective through a nine-week action learning program at two private Japanese universities. A mixed-methods practical action research design was employed in four upper intermediate-level first-year Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) classes (N = 107). First, quantitative content analysis was performed to determine how the students perceived the concepts of leadership and gender through the images and descriptions used in their PowerPoint presentation materials. Then, the study employed qualitative content analysis to determine the changes in the students’ perceptions of gender equality in leadership through the critical inquiry-based action learning experience. The results showed that integrating gender-inclusive leadership content into the CLIL courses was effective in helping the students develop an impartial and inclusive perspective of leadership and gender. Furthermore, the critical inquiry-based action learning experience enhanced the students’ motivation for language acquisition and engagement in the CLIL courses.

The Perception of Educators on Gender Equality: A Study in Ecuador

Gender equality is a prerequisite for people-centered human development. This exploratory and descriptive study was conducted to investigate the perception of gender among Ecuadorian primary school teachers. Quantitative data were obtained from teachers in public and urban educational establishments. In order to collect the data, an online survey-type opinion questionnaire was applied with the aim of finding out teachers’ perception of gender equality within their institutions in educational establishments in the Republic of Ecuador, considering the dimensions of personal perceptions of the subject, the organizational culture, and the implementation of gender equality in the internal management of the educational organizations where they work. The results of the questionnaire show that teachers perceive that there is currently more receptiveness to gender issues than in the past. From the answers received, it can be concluded that people identify with gender issues, even though there is a need for elements and support to enable them to be expressed effectively, on a daily basis and sustained over time.

How CEOs can Increase Public Engagement via Microblogs: The Role of CEO Gender and Content Orientation

AbstractIn the social media era, Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) are increasingly using microblogging sites to communicate with the public. Drawing on schema‐congruity theory and gender egalitarianism, we investigate how CEO gender and work–life content orientation interact to influence public engagement with CEOs on microblogs. Using China as our research setting, we conduct a content analysis of data collected from 63 high‐profile CEOs’ microblogs and four laboratory studies with some 2000 respondents. Our results show that for female CEOs, work‐related content leads to greater engagement than life‐related content; for male CEOs, the effect is reversed. We find that such outcomes are driven by the incongruity between stereotypical gender roles and content orientation, which enhances perceived novelty and audience interest, thus leading to greater engagement. This effect diminishes when the audience has a very high or very low perception of gender equality in their society; or when the audience supports male privilege values personally. Our research provides new theoretical insights for online leadership communication, public engagement and gender research. It also offers useful managerial guidance for executives to effectively leverage the capabilities of social media in engaging with the public.

You have to work more than men to succeed! Gender differences in workaholism among Italian academics

Over the last decades, Italian university reforms have put increased pressure on academics and researchers towards greater productivity and accountability. These changes have generated an ‘overtime culture', which is one of the main determinants of workaholism, over-commitment, and presenteeism among academics. The consequences of such changes are not gender-neutral: women – more often disadvantaged in academic careers than men – might be more affected by increased work pressure and more likely to work excessively to avoid career penalties. By using an original web-survey of about 1300 academics from four Italian universities, this article investigates gender differences in workaholic behaviours (i.e., working at night, on Sundays, etc.), and their link with the way researchers perceive the recruitment processes and gender disparities. The authors found that women are more workaholic than men, and this is explained by perceptions of gender equality in their working environment.

Achieving relationship satisfaction: household gender equality and mattering

This study delves into the dynamics of relationship satisfaction (RS) among married couples and its crucial significance for mental health and psychological well-being. Survey data encompassing variables such as the general mattering scale, gender inequality in Household Chores scale, kansas marital conflict scale, and relationship assessment scale were gathered from 128 married individuals aged 18 to 65 in urban areas of Malaysia and Indonesia. Participants furnished demographic information including age, gender, and marriage duration. The study variables were assessed through the scales mentioned earlier. The findings, derived from bootstrap analysis involving 5,000 samples at a 95% confidence interval, revealed that the extent of partners' involvement in household chores significantly predicted their perception of gender equality in domestic responsibilities. This perception, in turn, fostered an elevated sense of mattering, thereby contributing to heightened relationship satisfaction. Importantly, the general mattering scale served as a significant mediator in the relationship between partner's household involvement and relationship satisfaction. In summary, couples benefit from partners engaging in domestic chores, resulting in an enhanced sense of mutual significance, greater relationship satisfaction, and improved mental well-being. Marital conflict frequency and intensity did not emerge as significant factors in this relationship.

The Growing Gender Divide: Changing Perceptions of Gender Equality among the Youth in the United States

The Growing Gender Divide: Changing Perceptions of Gender Equality among the Youth in the United States

부부의 성별 평등 인식과 행복의 관계에서 가정생활 만족의 상호매개효과 검증

The purpose of this study was to examine the mutual mediating effect of satisfaction with family life in the relationship between a couple's perception of gender equality and happiness, using the couple as the unit of analysis and analyzing it by considering the actor and partner effects of each variable. Partner Interdepence Model extended to Mediation was applied. 3,190 people (1,595 couples) from the 21st year of the Korean National Happiness Survey conducted by the National Assembly Future Institute were used in the analysis. As a result of the analysis, in the relationship between the husband and wife's perception of gender equality, happiness, and satisfaction with family life, both husband and wife found that the perception of gender equality had a significant effect on satisfaction with family life in the actor effect, and that satisfaction with family life had a significant effect on happiness. It was confirmed that this was a factor. However, there was a gender difference between couples in the partner effect. For the wife, both perception of gender equality and satisfaction with family life had a significant impact on the husband's happiness, while for the husband, there was no significant partner effect. In the relationship between husband and wife's perception of gender equality and happiness, it was confirmed that the full mediating effect of family life satisfaction appeared for both husband and wife. Regarding the partner effect, the wife's perception of gender equality had a significant effect on the husband's happiness, but in the case of the husband, there was no statistically significant partner mediating effect.

How Organizational Responses to Sexual Harassment Claims Shape Public Perception

Sexual harassment remains pervasive in the workplace. Complementing past research examining the intra-organizational effects of sexual harassment, this paper investigates its extra-organizational consequences by considering reputational damage organizations can suffer from sexual harassment claims. Four experiments (NTotal = 1,534) show that even a single sexual harassment claim can damage public perception of gender equality of an organization, which reduces organizational attractiveness. However, an organizational response characterized by proactive consideration of the claimant (compared to no mention of sexual harassment, mention of sexual harassment with no response, or a minimizing response to a sexual harassment claim) fully restores, and sometimes even increases, public perceptions of the organization’s commitment to due process and gender equality. Implications for theory and practice are discussed.

Nurturing Empowering Perceptions: Exploring High School Girls' Perspectives on Gender Equity in Formal Educational Context and Factors Beyond

The primary objective of this article is to conduct an in-depth analysis of multiple factors-cultural, religious, and educational—that shape the perceptions of gender equality among female high school students. Focusing specifically on this demographic sample enables a nuanced exploration into how adolescence interacts with these factors to influence their perspectives on gender roles and expectations. This study employs a mixed-methods approach, going beyond the traditional educational paradigms, to include a variety of external influences such as familial backgrounds, religious texts, sociocultural norms, and the overall school environment. The research aims to contribute to the scholarly discourse on gender equality by enriching our understanding of how societal attitudes permeate classroom walls to shape young girls' viewpoints. By doing so, this study aspires to unearth the implicit and explicit messages received by female students that sustain gender imbalances. This serves the dual purpose of not only highlighting these influencing variables but also leveraging this knowledge to develop targeted interventions. The ultimate goal of this research is to formulate insightful strategies that promote a more equitable and empowering perception of girls and, by extension, women in society. These strategies will be rooted in the findings, which delineate the complex relationship between culture, religion, and education in shaping these perspectives. Thus, the research provides practical insights that could serve as foundational elements for fostering a more inclusive and empowering socio-educational environment for female students and women in the future.

Student’s perception of gender equality, stereotypes, and women in sports

The Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic from May 5, 2021, as well as all previous ones, enshrined the equality of rights and freedoms of men and women. Moreover, Kyrgyzstan had real experience of gender equality during the USSR. However, the positive experience of the past and the constitutional and legal consolidation of gender equality today cannot solve the problem of discrimination against women’s rights in society and the family. The government’s loyalty to the active dissemination of Islamic values, low GDP, and unemployment have led to an increase in domestic violence against women. More than 10 thousand women annually turn to crisis centers, because of domestic violence, polygamy, bride kidnapping, and underage marriage. Involving women in sports could significantly increase women’s self-confidence and improve their physical and therefore mental health. If the feminization of sports is happening all over the world, then in Kyrgyzstan patriarchal values with corresponding gender stereotypes put a woman before an existential choice - family or career, family or sport. The study is aimed at finding out what students think about gender equality in its socio-political, economic, and cultural aspects.

The Mediating Role of Trust in the Manager in the Effect of Perception of Gender Equality on Sexual Harassment Reporting in the Workplace

The Mediating Role of Trust in the Manager in the Effect of Perception of Gender Equality on Sexual Harassment Reporting in the Workplace

Effects of Family Experience, Social Interaction, and Schooling on Perceptions of Gender Equality Among Junior High School Students

<p>性別平等是不論國內還是國際社會努力追求的目標之一,更是台灣在頒布性別平等教育法後於學校努力的方向。性別平等觀念往往是透過社會化。因此本研究以階層迴歸來分析社會化環境中的家庭、同儕社群以及學校對國中生性別平等觀念的獨特解釋力。本研究以立意抽樣的方式選取台灣北中南三地區 30 個九年級班級共 792 名學生,研究發現,性別、家庭經驗、社群互動及學校經驗都對國中生之性別平等觀念有解釋力,性別與家庭經驗對性別平等概念也存在有顯著的調節效果。相較於女生,家庭經驗更能增進其性別平等概念。最後根據本研究結果提出對家長、學校教師、有關當局及後續研究者之建議。</p> <p> </p><p>Gender equality has become a key goal in both national and international communities. In Taiwan, it gained additional attention following the enactment of the "Gender Equity Education Act". The socialization process significantly influences perceptions of gender equality among students, with family, peer groups, and educational institutions, which are the most accessible social resources for students, being particularly influential in this process. However, the unique contributions of these social elements warrant further investigation. The present study recruited 792 ninth-grade students from 30 classes in Taiwan and employed hierarchical regression analysis to analyze the collected survey data. The results indicate that gender, family experiences, social interactions, and school experiences each exert a unique, positive influence on perceptions of gender equality among students. In addition, gender and family experience were discovered to have a moderate effect on these perceptions of gender equality. This study further offered targeted suggestions for parents, teachers, and relevant authorities for enhancing gender equality awareness.</p> <p> </p>

Gender Awareness: Classroom Experiences of Senior High School Students

The goal of education is not just the facilitation of academic knowledge but also the expansion of understanding of concepts and issues which impact classroom experiences. This study looked into students’ level of awareness of gender laws, their perceptions of gender stereotypes, gender discrimination, and gender equality, and their views on gender issues as experienced in the classroom. Participants consisted of one hundred one (N=101) senior high school students from Lapu-lapu City, Cebu, Philippines. A mixed methods approach was used, which consisted of a survey protocol and a focus group discussion. Results show that there is moderate awareness of gender laws and mandates, disagreed on the presence of gender discrimination inside the classroom, and a neutral attitude towards gender tasks and perceived gender equality in the classroom. Thematic analysis revealed five themes: (1) perceived differences in behaviors between girls and boys inside the classroom; (2) perceived favorable attention given by teachers to boys than girls; (3) Science/ academic subjects go beyond gender; (4) equal right to learn regardless of gender; and (5) experiences on gender discrimination in the classroom.

Perceptions of gender equality and engaged fatherhood among young fathers: parenthood and the welfare state in Sweden and the UK

This article presents analyses from an international empirical study of young fatherhood in Sweden and the UK to interrogate how welfare contexts and family policies shape young fathers’ views of parenthood. Our analyses demonstrate that despite differences in constructions of young fatherhood, whereby young parenthood is problematised in UK family policy, more so than in Sweden, young fathers in both countries express an encouraging commitment to contemporary cultural imperatives for engaged fatherhood. However, differences in welfare and parental leave systems have a clear influence on the extent to which the young men in the respective countries fulfil their parental commitments and act as local agents of change in the wider social project of gender equality. We argue that while policy processes and discourses in support of young parenthood and gender equality are currently treated as disparate concerns, their articulations with one another may instead be seen as complementary and symbiotic.

Perceived gender equality in caregiving and mental health: the impact of the COVID-19 health crisis in a sample of Andalusian women

The restrictions during COVID-19 seem to have had an unequal impact on the mental health and habits of the population in terms of gender. The literature states that crises such as this have a more negative impact on women. We explored perceived overload due to household chores and informal caregiving in a sample of Andalusian women, their perception of an increase in this overload after the pandemic, and its possible effect on mental health. To do this, we administered an online retrospective questionnaire to explore the perception of 166 women on care economy variables by estimating hours, effort, overload, and sharing of chores at three different times: before the onset of the pandemic, during lockdown, and at the time of data collection (one year after lockdown). We also measured depression, anxiety, stress, and life satisfaction at the time of data collection through validated scales. Results showed that women estimated significantly more time and effort on household chores and caregiving for the lockdown period. The retrospective estimation of the sharing of tasks was similar over the three moments but women perceived that they did more than their heterosexual partners. One in four women perceived an increase in caregiving overload after the pandemic. Women who felt mental overload due to caregiving scored higher in depression than those who felt physical overload. Considering these findings, and despite the limitations of this study, the pandemic may have led to an increase in informal caregiving overload for many women. Furthermore, the relation between depression and overload one year after lockdown was demonstrated. Measures are required to reduce the impact of gender in crises by designing prevention policies and programs that promote co-responsibility.