Tillerva, Mark Jason I.
CBEA-20-203A GENDER & SOCIETY W – 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Activity 4
1. Gender & Development
- Gender and Development is a concept that focuses on promoting gender equality and
empowering women in all areas of society. It started as a result of the recognition that women
were facing discrimination and disadvantage in many aspects of life. The idea was to address
these issues and create opportunities for women to participate equally in social, economic, and
political activities. Gender and Development has since evolved into a broader movement that
encompasses the empowerment of all marginalized groups, including LGBTQ+ communities
and people with disabilities. In essence, it is a framework for creating a more inclusive and
equitable society where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive. It started in the 1970s
when women's rights movements raised concerns about the unequal treatment of women in
development policies. Gender and Development seeks to promote gender equality by
addressing issues such as access to education, healthcare, and employment for both men and
women.
2. Two major frameworks of Gender and Development
- The two major frameworks of Gender and Development are Gender Roles and Social
Relations Analysis, and Women's Economic Empowerment. Gender Roles and Social
Relations Analysis looks at the underlying gender roles and social dynamics that shape
women’s lives. This framework looks at the roles of different genders in society, the power
dynamics between them, and how these dynamics shape the lives of women and their access
to resources. For example, when examining gender roles in the workplace, this framework
would analyze the gendered division of labor, and how this affects the opportunities available
to women. Women's Economic Empowerment is a framework that emphasizes the economic
position of women and their access to resources and opportunities. This framework often
works to reduce the gender wage gap and increase the economic security of women. Two
major frameworks of Gender and Development are Gender Roles and Social Relations
Analysis.
3. The society before and after the Gender & Development program.
- Before the Gender and Development (GAD) programs, there was a lot of gender inequality in
our society. Men were seen as the primary breadwinners and head of households while
women were relegated to caretaking roles in the home. Women had few career opportunities
and were often denied access to education and healthcare. After the introduction of GAD
programs, the gender gap has narrowed significantly. Women have better access to education
and healthcare, and are encouraged to participate in the workforce. They are now respected
for their talents and potential, rather than discriminated against. Women are now seen as
equal partners in society, with the same rights and responsibilities as men. This has led to an
increase in female participation in the workforce and in leadership roles. Furthermore, GAD
programs have also helped to address issues of domestic violence, sexual harassment and
gender-based discrimination. These programs have helped to ensure that women are able to
live a life of dignity and respect, free from fear and violence. Overall, the implementation of
GAD programs has had a positive effect on our society.
4. How does GAD change your views on gender preferences?
- It changed my perspective in a way that let me improve my ability to empathize with everyone
else, including to myself. When I was younger, I used to think that men are supposed to be
strong all the time and that crying as a male human being is a weak trait. After I learned that
our society is not as cruel as it was in the past, I realized that it is no longer the case. While
being emotionally mature enough to handle your emotions, crying is actually just a natural
response to pain and it is definitely okay for men to cry. All of the gender stereotypes that I
grew up with is now currently fading away as I mature to become an adult. Every one of us
should be treated accordingly regardless of the gender, should be respected accordingly as
human beings.
5. Give 5 examples of observations on gender equality today.
- First and foremost, everyone is now allowed to vote regardless of the gender. Second, women
are now allowed to work jobs that are supposedly for men only then. Third, the recognition of
all gender is now coming to the limelight and everyone are starting to accept these people.
Fourth, men are now entitled to their own emotions and would not be labelled as weak if they
opened up and become vulnerable. Fifth, everyone is now getting treated accordingly since
gender equality has now been accepted; let’s say a man is seated on a train and a healthy
woman entered the public vehicle, the man is not expected to offer his seat specially if he’s
tired as well and the girl is more than capable to stand up.
