Discrimination, discrimination against women, gender discrimination, sexist attitudes, United Nations, discriminatory violence
Discrimination may be defined as the "treatment or consideration of, or making a distinction in favor or against a person or thing based on the group, class, or category to which that person or thing belongs rather than on individual merit." (Landrine and Klonoff) It is not limited to a specific country, time period, or environment. Victims of discrimination also vary in the same manner. However, discrimination against women seems to be one of the more popular forms. Gender discrimination is the most frequently used term in relation to the matter. Gender roles and sexist attitudes promote the continued existence of discrimination against women. Through research, discrimination against women is observed more closely and possible solutions are rendered.
[...] (Sainsbury) Additionally, voter and civic education is offered by the UN. In conclusion, discrimination against women is a preeminent issue in the world. Discrimination towards women comes in multiple forms and fashions. Women are subject to the asinine act throughout the world in almost every aspect of life. It is witnessed through violence, sports, politics, and even the workplace. Nevertheless, strides to end the gender discrimination are being made. Legislation, education, and preparation are the keys to ending discrimination against women worldwide. [...]
[...] Politics provide an additional opportunity for discrimination against women. Although women hold several significant positions, there are still blatant forms of discrimination present. In some countries women are still not allowed to vote. Women are even underrepresented when allowed to vote. In the countries that they are able to vote, men hold the majority of high ranking positions. Some feel that women aren't strong enough to deal with the duties of certain political positions. (Sainsbury) American women most often witness discrimination in their profession. [...]
[...] Resisting discrimination: Women from Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean and the women's movement in Canada. Univ of Toronto Pr Landrine, Hope, and Elizabeth A. Klonoff. Discrimination against Women: Prevalence, Consequences, Remedies. Sage Publications Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA Ortiz, Susan Y., and Vincent J. Roscigno. "Discrimination, women, and work: processes and variations by race and class." The Sociological Quarterly 50.2 (2009): 336-359. Sainsbury, Diane. Gender, equality and welfare states. Cambridge University Press Squires, Judith. The new politics of gender equality. Palgrave Macmillan, 2007. [...]
[...] Violence is one of the more serious forms of discrimination against women. As a woman, discriminatory violence may be witnessed in multiple forms. Some discriminators sexually assault women only. The discrimination may also be witnessed in the household. Female family members may be exposed to domestic violence while male family members do not experience domestic abuse. Additionally, women are often prisoners of sexual slavery, only accompanied by children. (Sainsbury) Sports are one of the most obvious fields of discrimination for women. In general, sports are a display of strength. [...]
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