Gender Equality

A Summary of the Background of the Issue:

Gender Equality refers to the equal value of men and women and their contribution to society. It allows each gender to overcome prejudice and have fair opportunities in life. Approximately 70% of the world's poor people are female.

In Third world countries, women are treated poorly in terms of education, health, or legal rights.

In the past more so, but still now in poorer countries women are often paid less than men, forced to marry, not given the same education opportunities, forced to work as a slave or sexually abused.

Who it affects:

The issue affects women in general; but more for women in third world countries where we are not able to participate in the same things as men.

 Details about the Issue/Why the Situation Occurs:

The physical qualities and historical responsibilities of men and women attribute to why there is inequality between genders. In many countries women aren’t given or able to gain any power in the government which makes it difficult. Gender Inequaltiy in education, and health can also be explained to some extent by religious prefernece, regional factors and civil freedom.

What can be Done about the Issue (Who is Currently Doing Something?):

• International Women's Day 8th of March, highlights the access to equal rights and participation in the political and economic process for women.
• International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, is on the 25th of November and draws attention to the extent of violence against women.