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Gender Discrimination Basis and Causes of Gender Discrimination and How to avoid it

Gender Discrimination is one of the most common problems in modern societies. It’s roots lie deep in the history of mankind and the social roles of man and woman. It is known that during the most of the history of mankind, women had no rights. But today the struggle for equality is really raging on. Of course sex discrimination in some cases and in some countries like United States and Europe exists against men, but in Asia mostly victims of the discrimination are women. So we’ve decided to concentrate on the problems of women and to devote this article to Female Discrimination.

The Basis for Gender Discrimination

Gender discrimination can occur in various situations.

1. Employment: Employment is the most important fact to be considered in gender discrimination. In Pakistan, 98% top managers in banks and other financial institutions and industrial units are males, while in United States they’re white males. Perhaps this is the worst situation which goes against the female and in particular in United States against the black female (these figures are approximately). This clearly shows that women are not treated equally as candidates for top managers.

2. Sexual Harassment: The second fact is sexual harassment. It is one of the worst situations of discrimination and it occurs very often in the developed countries.

3. Pregnancy: Pregnancy is also a big problem for women during employment. In the United States, Europe and other developed countries, some contracts even have sections that forbid women to have children in the first year of work or don’t have children at all. This terrible situation is totally against the females that stop them to think about their future in a happy family.

In Pakistan pregnancy is not prohibited but it is really miserable that 10 to 15 % newly born babies or their mothers die in hospitals due to the lack of proper care, less treatment facilities or shortage of medicines. Attitudes and well manners also count in the process of female patients. In Pakistan, it is zero.

Another fact also counts and it bears a heavy risk of life both for new baby and mother. Women in villages hesitate to get treatment from the hospitals. They prefer to stay at homes and give birth to the babies. They need education and awareness to change their minds and be willing for treatment in hospitals.

4. Education Another serious problem is education for women. Women are often unequally treated during the education process and sexual harassments are also present here. Asian women, very seriously suffer this punishment and Pakistan is one of these Asian countries. According to a non-official survey, female learners in Pakistan have 90% less chances of education than the male learners. On the other hand the local, tribal and religious life style and values here also exert pressure on the female education and this attitude makes them stay behind the men. So for, NO NGO and NO GOVERNMENT has done anything to solve this problem.

Other problems based on the gender, like during the interview process refusal to hire or to promote, wrongful termination based on the gender and unequal payment can also include discriminatory questions. Sphere like housing, borrowing and credit can also be touched by sex discrimination.

Causes of Gender Discrimination

Gender Discrimination can cause a wide range of problems in any type of business or charitable organization. Gender discrimination is a deep rooted problem that can destroy an otherwise a healthy and profitable organization. Knowing how to pinpoint the underlying causes of discrimination, as well as how to address the problem with employees or volunteers, are key factors in keeping a business or organization running smoothly and efficiently? We’re going to discuss:

How to Determine the Causes of Sex Discrimination?

1. Examine cultural influences that may play a significant role in gender discrimination. In many parts of the world and specially in Pakistan, it’s perfectly normal and acceptable to view one sex as being of a lesser value than the other. Strict “rules” regarding men and women from these cultures can play a key role in the occurrences of gender discrimination in the workplace.

2. Discuss openly strict religious beliefs which perpetuate gender discrimination, while striving to maintain respect for the religion itself. Discuss cultural and religious diversity, maintaining a firm position of equality.

3. Evaluate environmental factors that play into occurrences of gender discrimination.

4. Consider social influences that encourage gender discrimination. Television and the motion picture industry often portray characters in gender specific roles. Men are portrayed as stronger and tougher, while women are often cast in roles that encourage them to be viewed as weaker and more fragile. Challenge these roles in your organization, along with all other stereotypes about gender identity.

Some good tips for Females: How to Avoid Gender Discrimination?

Proving yourself before work The first thing to avoid gender discrimination at workplace is to prove yourself to be worthy of the promotion you’re vying for. Gender Discrimination at the workplace is a fact of life that people have to deal with. Although there are laws against gender discrimination, they aren’t always followed to the letter in reality. But you should not lose hope because there’re ways to avoid it and proving yourself to be worthy of the promotion you’re vying for has certainly nothing to do with your gender.

Believe in yourself The second important step in avoiding gender discrimination when vying for a promotion starts with you. You must adopt a mindset that allows you to believe in yourself regardless of your gender. Remember that you can’t demand from people what you yourself don’t feel strongly about. Thus, you should not use your gender as an excuse for not doing a certain task or obligation with excellence and superb quality worthy of that promotion or for admiration among your peers.

Proving yourself at work There is nothing that can replace good work ethics. If you’re having a hard time with officemates who consider your disability then you should use it as fuel to be good at what you do. Moreover, you must continuously improve with your work and excel in it despite the everyday challenges presented to you.

There may be times when you feel that you aren’t getting that much deserved attention or recognition but you must also bear in mind that this isn’t an excuse to lower your productivity rate. For all you know, you’re being observed and graded and a promotion is being considered for you if your superiors see fast commitment in your job. So don’t sweat the small stuff and continue the good that you do.

Another way to show your peers that you’re deserving of a promotion is by making sure you’re able to get along with them regardless of your personal differences. Conflict at work is often unavoidable but professionalism is something that you can control.

Remember that you can make a difference at your workplace. Furthermore, you can stand out at work by doing what you think is right despite the difficulties and limitations presented. Be conscious of how you spend your time at work and office gossip should be the least of your concerns.

Most importantly, don’t try to get ahead of others by stepping on them or by sacrificing your personal values. A promotion isn’t worth any evil or unethical act and in fact, that could very well ruin your chances for a promotion.

Saifullah President Madadgar Social Welfare Organization

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