scholarly journals Addressing gender inequality: Stumbling blocks and roads ahead

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (5) ◽  
pp. 671-677 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thekla Morgenroth ◽  
Michelle K. Ryan
Keyword(s):  
Collective Action ◽  
Gender Equality ◽  
Gender Inequality ◽  
Parental Leave ◽  
Government Policies ◽  
Workplace Diversity ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Diverse Range ◽  
Gender Research

Despite many positive changes in terms of gender equality in recent decades, women remain underrepresented in positions of power and prestige, and continue to shoulder disproportionate amounts of unpaid domestic labor. This special issue brings together an examination of the different ways in which gender inequality can be addressed, the efficacy of such approaches, and the consequences these approaches can have. In this introduction to the special issue, we discuss the focus of past and present gender research and outline issues which have received less attention. We further give an overview of the papers in this special issue, which focus on a diverse range of ways in which gender inequality can be addressed, such as collective action, workplace diversity initiatives and parental leave policies, gender-fair language, and government policies. Taken together, these papers illustrate (a) the importance of ensuring that initiatives are evidence-based, (b) the ways in which we can maximize the effectiveness of interventions, and (c) the need to understand when these initiatives may inadvertently backfire.

Predictors of parental leave support: Bad news for (big) dads and a policy for equality

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (5) ◽  
pp. 810-830
Author(s):  
Jamie L. Gloor ◽  
Xinxin Li ◽  
Rebecca M. Puhl
Keyword(s):  
Gender Equality ◽  
Gender Inequality ◽  
Policy Design ◽  
Parental Leave ◽  
Managerial Discretion ◽  
Bad News ◽  
Unpaid Labor ◽  
Leave Policy ◽  
Employee Characteristics ◽  
Variable Support

Parenthood increases gender inequality in paid (employment) and unpaid labor (e.g., caretaking). New parental leave plans aim to increase gender equality by reducing managerial discretion and offering gender-neutral benefits. However, coworkers may undermine these inclusive aims, particularly if they show variable support per employee characteristics. Thus, we examine why and how employee gender and obesity interactively predict coworkers’ support for parental leave and test an intervention to increase equality. Three between-subjects experiments with working American adults ( Ns = 133–252) indicate that obesity decreases coworkers’ parental leave support for men, but increases coworkers’ parental leave support for women; these effects are replicated and mediated by coworkers’ caregiving ability expectations of the employees, inequalities that are reduced when parental leave is made the default. Discussion focuses on our results’ implications for theory, practice, and for men and women’s paid and unpaid labor, including recommendations for parental leave policy design and delivery to increase equality.

PENDIDIKAN BERBASIS KESETARAAN GENDER: Studi Kebijakan Pemerintah dan Aplikasinya dalam Pendidikan

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Inayatul Ulya
Keyword(s):  
Gender Equality ◽  
Gender Inequality ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Government Policies ◽  
Gender Analysis ◽  
Normative Approach ◽  
Library Research ◽  
The Government ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Selection Of

Abstract Gender equality-based education is education that accommodate gender differences. This study aims to reveal the gender sensitivity insocial and educational as well as identify government policies in building gender equ ality and its applications in formal education. This study is qualitative with an inventory of government policies in building gender equality, and then analyze it with the reality of education in Indonesia. The approach used in this study is referring to the normative approach to the study of government policies in enforcing gender equality and its applications in formal education. The research data was collected using the techniques of literary study (library research). Materials that have been acquired and processed is described and analyzed by using descriptive interpretative paradigm and gender analysis. Although many efforts have been taken by the government for the realization of gender equality, but in the education sector still  show gender inequality. The indication can be seen from three aspects, they are not unequal participation in education for women, unequal educational material as well as the selection of majors unequal proportions of men and women. The phenomenon is not yet reflect the totality of gender equality education. Keywords:pendidikan, kesetaraan gender, kebijakan pemerintah

scholarly journals The Australian Science Communicators conference 2020

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (03) ◽  
pp. C01
Author(s):  
Linden Ashcroft ◽  
Mia Cobb ◽  
Lisa Bailey ◽  
Jenny Martin ◽  
Scott Daniel
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Science Communication ◽  
Communication Strategy ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Diverse Range ◽  
Australian Science ◽  
To Come ◽  
Research Stream

This special issue of JCOM features six commentary articles from the research stream of the Australian Science Communicators conference, held in February 2020. These opportunistic assessments and deliberate analyses explore important themes of trust, engagement, and communication strategy across a diverse range of scientific contexts. Together, they demonstrate the importance of opportunities to come together and share the research that underpins our practice. The conference and these commentaries enable us to engage in professional development during these exceptional times when successful evidence-based science communication is of critical significance.

scholarly journals “We for She”: Mobilising men and women to act in solidarity for gender equality

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (5) ◽  
pp. 707-724 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emina Subašić ◽  
Stephanie Hardacre ◽  
Benjamin Elton ◽  
Nyla R. Branscombe ◽  
Michelle K. Ryan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Collective Action ◽  
Gender Equality ◽  
Gender Inequality ◽  
Government Policy ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Common Cause ◽  
Agents Of Change ◽  
Policy Experiments ◽  
Political Solidarity

Gender (in)equality is typically studied as a women’s issue to be addressed via systemic measures (e.g., government policy). As such, research focusing on mobilising men (and women) towards achieving gender equality is rare. In contrast, this paper examines the mobilisation of both men and women towards gender equality as common cause. Experiment 1 shows that men’s collective action intentions increase after reading messages that position men as agents of change towards gender equality, compared to messages that frame this issue as stemming from inadequate government policy. Experiments 2 and 3 demonstrate that messages framing gender equality as an issue for both men and women increase men’s collective action intentions, compared to when gender inequality is framed as primarily concerning women. However, this effect emerges primarily under conditions where the source of message is male (Experiment 3). Practical and theoretical implications for mobilising political solidarity in gender equality contexts are discussed.

World Policy Analysis on Gender Inequality in the Workplace

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 42-56
Author(s):  
Sora Yoo ◽  
Yiting Liu
Keyword(s):  
South Korea ◽  
Policy Analysis ◽  
Gender Equality ◽  
Gender Inequality ◽  
Parental Leave ◽  
Significant Issue ◽  
Eastern Asia ◽  
The World ◽  
Policy Level ◽  
Analysis Center

Gender inequality is a significant issue in the workplace. The purpose of this study is to analyze how the national policies affect practice regarding gender equality in the workplace in Eastern Asia. The primary policy-level datasets used in this study are from the World Policy Analysis Center. We examined five variables regarding pay, promotion/demotion, and parental leave by gender. In comparing policies and practices, we found that women are still unequally treated in pay, promotion, and unpaid childcare responsibilities, even with policies intended to positively affect practices in China, South Korea, and Japan. Practices are far behind in achieving gender equality in the workplace.  

scholarly journals Introduction to the Special Issue: Gender Equality and Parental Leave

2018 ◽  
Vol 27 (3 Suplemento) ◽  
pp. 9-12
Author(s):  
Gerardo Meil ◽  
Anna Escobedo
Keyword(s):  
Gender Equality ◽  
Parental Leave ◽  
Special Issue

Instrumenty polityki równości płci w kontekście sytuacji w Polsce

2016 ◽  
pp. 88-109
Author(s):  
Wiktoria Domagała
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
United Nations ◽  
Gender Equality ◽  
Gender Inequality ◽  
Equal Opportunities ◽  
The European Union ◽  
The United Nations

The article undertakes the issue of gender equality policies in the context of its indicators. The main purpose of the paper is to identify the areas of gender inequality, its scale and determinants. Firstly, the article presents the legislation of gender equality policies – its main objectives. Next, the paper discusses indicators that were implemented by organisations such as the Organisation of the United Nations and the European Union. These selected indicators are presented, taking into account the situation in Poland. In conclusion, the paper highlights the main obstacles to the pursuit of equal opportunities for women and men in Poland.

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