GENDER STEREOTYPES IN CULTURAL CONTEXTS
Keywords:
Gender stereotypes, cultural context, gender roles, socialization, workplace bias, media representation, STEM inequality, gender discriminationAbstract
This article explores the pervasive influence of gender stereotypes within diverse cultural frameworks. Grounded in sociocultural theory, it investigates how gender-based expectations are formed, manifested, and perpetuated across societies. Drawing from contemporary literature and empirical research, this study highlights the role of cultural norms, media, and socialization in reinforcing traditional gender roles and examines the consequences for individuals and institutions alike.
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