The Pervasive Power of Gender Norms

Authors

Jennifer Dillard, The Women's Fund of Central Ohio

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Abstract

Gender norms and implicit biases work together across institutions, time, and people to contract or expand opportunity for women and girls in central Ohio - yet women are not the only ones at risk. Gender norms and implicit biases have material and drastic implications for the welfare of families and of larger society. In this report, we sought to understand what gives rise to the assumptions, associations, and expectations we place on women and men; how they are perpetuated through out interactions with relationships with each other; and how they impact and influence the lives of women and girls. This report explores the impact of gender norms and implicit biases in our policy areas of Economic Self-Sufficiency for Women, Leadership for Women, and Life Skills for Girls.

Publication Date

10-7-2016

Disciplines

Business | Gender and Sexuality

Recommended Citation

Dillard, Jennifer, "The Pervasive Power of Gender Norms" (2016). Learning Showcase 2016: A Celebration of Discovery, Transformation and Success. 2.
https://fuse.franklin.edu/ss2016/2