Patriarchy And Gender Stereotypes In The Contemporary World

Download or read book Patriarchy and Gender Stereotypes in the Contemporary World written by Naznin Tabassum and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-07-18 with total page 157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Patriarchy and Gender Stereotypes in the Contemporary World offers a thorough analysis of the stereotyping of women, particularly in organisations and higher education. The book considers both theoretical and empirical evidence and articulates the potential for transforming perceptions of women at work and in society, emphasising the importance of understanding the pictures created in our heads by gender stereotypes and their impact both positively and negatively on the status of women. In addition, the authors consider gender stereotypes from different countries and generations, providing a uniquely detailed description of how patriarchy operates across cultures and time. The book is a key textbook and research reference for students, researchers, policymakers, academicians, and activists working on gender studies.