Transcript What is Gender Stratification?

Gender Equality continued
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Boys and Emotions continued
Sexism
Gender in the media-assignment #7 (do not turn in until the end
of class)
Abusive Relationships
Inequality
“It is the mark of an educated mind to be able
to entertain a thought without accepting it.”
Aristotle
What are the expectations?
Quick Write
What emotions/actions are more acceptable for
men to exhibit than women?
What emotions/actions are more acceptable for
women to exhibit than men?
Why? View News Report -Boys Socialization and
Emotions
Sexism
Prejudice or discrimination based on gender
Google
“Women need to…”
https://www.google.com/
Google
“Women need to…”
What is Gender Stratification?
Unequal access to:
power
prestige
property
on the basis of sex
Equal Pay Act of 1963 aimed to end gender
discrimination in pay
Discrimination occurs when:
•employees perform equal
work, equal skill, effort, and
responsibility
•similar working conditions
Gender Stratification
In 2014, women made : $0.78 for every $1.00
their male counterparts earned
African-American women: $0.68
Latina women: $0.59
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Current Population Survey, 2014
Annual Social and Economic Supplement, Series PINC-05
Source: http://www.pay-equity.org/ 2008
Gender Discrimination in the Workplace
2007 the Supreme Court ruled
Lilly Ledbetter wasn't entitled to sue Goodyear for
pay discrimination
View Lilly Ledbetter Case
Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act 2009 signed by President
Obama
plaintiff could sue beyond the 180-day period if
he/she did not, and could not, have discovered the
discrimination earlier.
April 27th, 2010 Lawsuit against Wal-Mart
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Close to 1 million women state that they were paid
less, given fewer opportunities for promotion
Outcome: June 2011, Supreme Court Ruled in
favor of Wal-Mart
5-4 opinion
Gender in the workplace today
Sexual Harassment:
• unwelcome sexual advances
• requests for sexual favors
• hostile or offensive work environment
Obstacles to justice
Why might a women
experiencing sexual
harassment hesitate to
ask for help?
Why might a man
experiencing sexual
harassment hesitate to
ask for help?
Gender in our society
1. Work in a group of 3-5
2. Put yourself in order of birthday (not year, just month and day)
3. Starting with the earliest birthday, each person will share their
image and their analysis
(2 minutes per image max)
Turn in the image at the end of class with your name on it to get
credit (put in red folder)
Unhealthy relationships
Break The Cycle
Warning Signs
Early indicators a relationship is headed in the wrong direction.
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Extreme jealousy
Constant put-downs
Financial Control
Possessiveness or controlling behavior
Making false accusations
Isolation from family and friends
History of abusive behavior
Big mood swings
Explosive temper
Belief that abuse is acceptable in relationships
Cycle of Abuse
TENSION
BUILDING
EXPLOSION
HONEYMOON
Cycle of Abuse
Tension Building
· Victim feels things could blow up at any moment.
Abuser starts fights for no reason·
Explosion
Outburst intense emotional, verbal, sexual, physical abuse.
· Hit slam against wall· Scream yell · Humiliate
Honeymoon
Abuser apologizes, tries to shift the blame
· Says “I love you.”
· Promises that it will never happen again.
· Buys flowers/gifts.
Cycle of Abuse
Timing:
Tension Building
• Length of each phase differs
• Explosions can become
more violent and dangerous
Honeymoon
Explosion
What prevents some people from getting help?
Young people face unique obstacles
1. Difficulty recognizing abuse
2. Lack of resources. Money, transportation, or safe places to go.
3. Fear of abuser/family/ friends
4. Fear of sending abuser to jail
5. State laws- applying for restraining without parent or guardian.
6. Children with abuser
No one likes to be abused…
7. Embarrassment
abuse is unwanted behavior
8. Low self esteem
or contact.
9. Hoping the abuser will change
10. Cultural religious reasons
Safety Planning-What to have before leaving?
A PLAN
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Safe time to go
Safe place to go
Taking a leave from work/school
Protective order, save evidence (texts, photos of bruises, e-mails)
Self-defense classes
Avoid contact, change phone number, change e-mail, change or
delete Facebook profile
More info
www.BreakTheCycle.org
www.LoveIsRespect.org
(866) 331-9474
Violence Against Women Act 1994
• Funding for services, medical exams
• Increase penalties for repeat sex offenders
• “Rape shield law,” prevent victims’ past sexual
conduct from being in court
• National Domestic Violence Hotline
Extra Credit Power Point (or Prezi.com) Option:
Sociologists to Know Extra Credit
5 minutes
Select a sociologist (sign up in class)
4 points possible
Samples and details on website
Due April 8th, present in class
E-mail me the PowerPoint the night before by 11:00pm
About Research Paper
Due April 13th
15 points
2 ½ - 3 pages typed
Use scoring RUBRIC, this is how I grade the paper
Read the directions on the website
Begin working on the paper now
Papers that earned 15/15:
1. Followed the scoring rubric provided on the website and discussed
in class
2. Answered the question with specific detailed examples (from
research studies, history, news, world events)
3. Did not have errors in spelling, grammar, or punctuation
4. Demonstrated a strong understanding of the concept
5. Introduction had a strong, clear thesis previewing the 3 examples
Before next class:
• Turn in gender image before leaving
• Read article on website Why Chinese Mothers Are
Superior
• Look at Research Paper topics on website, read the
directions