Gender Inequality In Halloween In The Anthropocene By Craig Santos Perez

Recently, in class, we read a poem called Halloween in the Anthropocene by Craig Santos Perez. This poem talked about many issues, but one that stood out the most was gender inequality, specifically in the workplace. Both men and women are affected by this global issue; however, women tend to struggle more, as many men in specific communities see women as inferior. Gender inequality is a critical issue that persists in many societies worldwide. Despite significant progress in women's rights, women still face discrimination and bias in various aspects of life. This inequality is evident in the workplace, where women receive lower salaries and are often passed up for promotions. The equally important point is that men experience inequality as

Men dominate many career paths - for example, in the construction industry, engineering, architecture, and more. Men are more likely to be seen working in these professions as they are seen as "more capable" and, in some instances, "stronger" or "smarter." If people were to stop viewing women this way, women would almost certainly feel more able to enter these professions without having to worry about bias and discrimination. Addressing gender inequality requires a concerted effort by individuals, organizations, and governments to ensure that women are treated fairly and equally. This includes promoting policies that promote gender diversity and inclusion, empowering women to pursue their dreams

It lessens the happiness and productivity of each gender and causes an influx of multiple other problems. Women are still paid less than their male counterparts for doing the same job, which can result in financial instability and lower job satisfaction. On the other hand, men are also impacted by gender inequality as they miss out on opportunities to work with and learn from talented female colleagues. Another more prominent issue that affects men is the amount of pressure and expectations put on them. Companies need to take action to address these issues and create an environment that is fair and inclusive for all team members. The quote, "Women's earnings may be lower and men may have less employment flexibility and be expected to work longer hours," from an Employment New Zealand article, expresses to us some of the ways each gender is affected by this problem. The article also talks about how gender influences the earnings of both men and women, proving that not only women are impacted. Unfortunately, this is something that many men don't realize. They either don't understand or do not want to understand that solving this global issue will benefit them in the long run. In Michael Kimmel's TED Talk (Why gender equality is good for everyone – men included), he says, "Gender inequality is also in our interest as men. If you listen to what men say about what they want in their lives, gender equality is