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The Good Fight
Alice Evans on Why Equality Fails
Dec 14, 2024
Alice Evans, a senior lecturer in international development at King's College London and author of "The Great Gender Divergence," dives into the complexities of gender equality. She discusses why equality varies across countries, influenced by cultural and religious norms. Their conversation touches on the societal impacts of declining fertility rates, advocating for gender improvements amidst potential backlash, and the dynamic interplay between economic development and women's rights. Evans emphasizes storytelling's role in fostering empathy and understanding in diverse cultural contexts.
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- Cultural and religious norms significantly influence the varying levels of gender equality, contributing to disparities in women's workforce participation globally.
- Economic transformations have historically enabled women's workforce entry, yet persistent patriarchal values continue to hinder gender equality in certain regions.
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The Impact of Gender Norms on Employment
Gender equality varies significantly across different regions, influenced heavily by cultural and religious norms. In Europe, women earn about 44% of total labor income, while countries like Sudan and Egypt see much lower participation rates. For example, female employment in the Middle East and North Africa hovers between 20 to 30%, significantly below the global average. This disparity highlights the need to understand how cultural attitudes shape women's roles in the workforce and influence their economic independence.
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