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Running head: GENDER INEQUALITY

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Gender Inequality
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GENDER INEQUALITY
Introduction
Gender inequality is a societal issue that has persisted for long, in the United States and
beyond its borders. Gender inequality is the notion that men and women are not equal and as
such, males have better life experiences hence should be treated better than females. This issue

has far-reaching effects on our society, and its effects vary from cultural norms, psychology, and
biology (Jayachandran, 2014). Despite the numerous factors that influence gender inequality, the
biggest contributor is a social construction, that is prevalent in our society. It is through such
construction that most of us have become accustomed to the belief that males are superior, and
hence a better fit in most jobs. While it is common to believe that gender inequality is practiced
in a homogenous manner across the world, it is important to note that it is different across every
culture (Jayachandran, 2014). Given that the key factor that influences gender inequality is a
social construction addressing the issue of gender inequality would involve deconstructing
stereotypes, through public education. Through adequate and proper education, it will be
possible to ensure that gender inequality is eliminated in our societies.
Background Information
The development of gender inequality can be traced back to gender stereotypes that came
into existent through cultural practices. Gender stereotype has been predominant throughout
history whereby women have been portrayed as caring and perfect for fostering development.
While these two traits are highly valued, in our society, it has resulted in them being limited to
certain jobs. On the other hand, men are portrayed as the primary workers and providers and
hence are historically valued. Consequently, society treats them with much respected, based on
the tasks they undertake and the value they add to the economy. It is through such notions that
the society came to be modeled in a manner where men are more valued resulting in them being

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predominant in most occupations. These stereotypes, have been replicated in modern workplaces
where currently, most women are discriminated, and paid less wage than men for equal work,
and qualification (Mihaila, 2016). Such behavior is not only discriminatory, but also denies
women a chance to grow, and make a decent living.
Traditionally, men have over the generations been portrayed as the breadwinner while
women are restricted to house duties and to care for children. As men became more valuable in
society, a significant shift in gender expectations was experienced. It was through such shifts that
men became more obligated to prove their worth in the society and to make key decisions about
a family or within the community. This move resulted in gender expectations being deeply
rooted in people minds which in turn gave birth to gender stereotypes and inequality
(Jayachandran, 2014). The development of gender stereotypes resulted in an individual’s gender
being...