I read the "CEDAW fact sheet" which you provided above. If we become sensitive to the fact that both men and women can do grocery shopping and wear hard hats, we will withdraw our preconceived notions about the man and the woman. To overcome the various disparities existing in lieu of gender equality the following aspects have to be developed: Surely both the Genders are a Creation of Nature and equally essential for the Sustainable Development of any Society. Al Wordlaw from Chicago on October 19, 2016: Hi Dora, Nice article, Human life should be Bible based. Expecting the woman to shop for groceries and the man to wear the hard hat are gender concepts offered by our culture; and we can change these concepts. We will more likely adhere to the universal Declaration of Human Rights, treating mean and women as “equal in dignity and rights.”. - Dora Isaac. There is an increasing number of unisex restrooms popping up here in Australia, but there is usually also a choice of gender specific male and female ones for those who prefer them. Without being sensitive to the needs of a particular gender, an individual may refrain from understanding the opposite gender and in some acute cases even him or herself. John Hansen from Queensland Australia on October 20, 2016: Like others, I think the Rastafarians' opinion was the best. The CEDAW treaty will become a regular reference in our attempts to treat women right. It is encouraging to find that it works so well there. the Golden Rule applies whether or not other people live by it, and those who to benefit most from it are those who apply it unconditionally. Dress such as salwar or churidhar or jeans as compared to a saree make escape from a harmful situation easier. Bill, thanks for you feedback. That would creep me out, as it would most women---whether they admit it or not. The medium of instruction in English and Hindi. Kacker L, Varadan S, Kumar P. Study on child abuse: India 2007. If All gender bathrooms had urinals than that would bother me a lot!!! Sharma JK. The object of this article is to sensitize people especially younger generation, to be alert to the prevailing situations and circumstances with regards to their safety. Both the genders need to take stand at their own level, to support and promote the upliftment and wellness of their own and the opposite gender, so as to overcome any sort of differentiation or harassment. Dora Weithers (author) from The Caribbean on January 14, 2017: Thanks, Mohamad for reminding us that religious and cultural rules are to be observed when applying the concept of gender sensitization. Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India. Carry some chili, pepper, mace powder for dusting in eyes. This article is a good start, and should have some follow-ups. Sally, thanks for sharing. Without being sensitive to the needs of a particular gender, an … However, you always seem so levelheaded, I know that you can handle the rest of it. An important feature of the Gender Sensitization workshop was the Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) document. Rochelle, many people share your preference, and are hoping that there's always be those kinds of restrooms. Dora Weithers (author) from The Caribbean on October 26, 2016: Melvin, thanks for sharing some enlightenment on who Rastafarians really are. If we are left with choices, we are more able to manage our journey. Understanding what is cultural sensitivity with the theory of intercultural sensitivity stages. Not every child or woman feels safe in such situations. Dora Weithers (author) from The Caribbean on February 01, 2018: Soleria, Welcome to HubPages. Thanks for sharing. The all-gender toilet is only one aspect of the sensitization program. Gender sensitization is the modification of behaviors so that there is greater awareness and empathy to create gender equality. I guess there'll always be some conflict and we all have to decide the principles we choose to live by. Dora Weithers (author) from The Caribbean on November 05, 2016: Nell, seems that the USA is the pacesetter in these kinds of changes. Q: What is incest? The problem is further compounded by the victims committing suicide or living with the social stigma of rape. Job interviews will exclude questions which target a woman’s vulnerability based on her reproductive role, and will focus more on her capabilities and potential as a human being. A: Sexual intercourse between a married person and a person who is not their husband or wife is known as adultery. The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis is a UN Member State since 1983. We like to know everything to prevent heart, lung, liver, kidney diseases etc. Thanks to the 3-day workshop on The Gender Sensitization Awareness Programme, there is something else to explore. Many like me the very day we were born. Answer: Most people act as if gender roles are fixed, so they expect females to do what they consider female work: cook the food, wash the clothes, clean the house, pick up the kids from school, and so on. We need to empower our communities and the people who are abused so that victims can report. Seeing the opposite sex undressed is not appropriate. You're not alone in wanting to do things in the old-fashioned way. Excellent work! Shauna L Bowling from Central Florida on November 09, 2016: I'm all for equality as far as human rights, job opportunities, equal pay based on ability (not gender), and such. Sure, it is the individual's responsibility to maneuver his or her way toward what is acceptable. Better reconciliation of work and private life for both women and men is essential to gender equality. God will eventually deal with people according to their ways and works. Thank you for sharing the report on gender equality in Sweden. This isn't a hate or bigotry thing. Some highlighted points about the protection of minors from sexual crimes as given in the Indian Penal Code. There should always be respect in the workplace and public places as much as possible. Thanks for an interesting look at the issue and opening a discussion on it. — UN Division for the Advancement of Women. How are different people responding to CEDAW and the gender sensitization concept? Everybody regardless of gender should have equal rights. Excellent take on a controversial topic! We as Rasta believe in peace, Love and harmony with the statues and principles of or Creator. Following are 3 questions and answers which briefly present the basics of the workshop. The program teaches that gender is a socially constructed concept learned through socialization and culture. Martie Coetser from South Africa on November 06, 2016: MsDora, Gender Sensitization reminds me of racism and supremacist ideologies. Please take a minute to register your opinion in the comment section below. To practically achieve this mission of imparting maximum awareness, various Participative and Interactive Sessions on ‘Gender Sensitization’have been facilitated by the team ‘The Transformers’ for some of the most Vibrant and Dynamic Professionals from different parts of the country and at various locations across Pan India. I came across All Gender Restrooms when I travelled to Tasmania last year. DDE, thanks for your feedback. The choice of dress should be appropriate not only to the time but also to place. The lecturing did not hide its intent, though some fail to see. March 2016; 24 (90): 380–400. "The issues are never just that simple.". We hear you, loud and clear! I am sure that your perception of the Christians will not be lost on them. Your last sentence is a good summary for your comments as well as for my article. We need to begin to speak out, we need to educate people about what is normal sexual behavior and what is not acceptable and clearly wrong, so that there is no guilt involved in reporting offenses. I am comfortable using the toilet with the same gender so its difficult to get into detail it is the way I was taught. How I value the less complicated life! People are still accepting what they see in media/entertainment as the norm which is far from what the average person's everyday life is about, making it easy for a few to sway legal decisions on many matters that common sense tells us are absurd if we stop and think them through from start to finish. Consequently, I don't see the point of the United States signing this UN Treaty. Many years ago, Milton Bennett developed a solid framework to understand the various stages of cultural sensitivity (or as he calls it “intercultural sensitivity”) that a person may experience. Gender roles and stereotypes •Gender role is the behaviors, attitudes values, beliefs and so on that a particular cultural group considers appropriate for males and females on the basis of their biological sex. I'm sure that is the case for many, and it is unfortunate that culture and other factors do not allow it everywhere. Is that where we're going with this? Men are shown as buffoons in television sitcoms and the children and wife disrespect them. It is the most comprehensive international agreement on the basic human rights of women. More bothersome to me is I don't like the idea of my grandchildren of either gender in an all gender locker room, even if mom, dad, or grandparent is with them. It is actually beautiful to look at, as well as fascinating to read. There will be people that abuse this and use it sinister ways, though it won't be the rule. Dora Weithers (author) from The Caribbean on November 09, 2016: Shauna, this is just a brief demo of gender sensitization; the concept is far reaching and there are many who share your concerns of separation. Justice and fairness are important making it wise to give to individuals (men and women) the recognition they deserve for their contributions. It costs me nothing to accept sensitization, and I do not sit in judgement of anyone. Equal opportunity commendation will mean that every contributor knows his or her significance. Here are some age-old names related to the female sex such as, Prithvi (Earth), Gayatri (Sun), Devi(Goddess), Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati, Cauvery. Any sort of gap or inequality w.r.t. What kind of change does sensitization training intend to produce in our everyday lives? However, I certainly liked your hub, and I find it quite educational that women still have to fight for being recognized as equal. Other than reproductive roles, all others are open for grabs and gender should never be the deciding factor in who gets the job. A study done in 2007[2] showed that around 53% children in India have faced one or more forms of abuse. I feel that some makes us 'tight' inside, though. Thanks for your feedback. What is gender sensitization? FlourishAnyway from USA on October 19, 2016: My opinions are most in line with the Rastafarians. Thanks for your encouragement. This article deals with the need for gender sensitisation and education. Dora Weithers (author) from The Caribbean on November 11, 2016: Val, thanks for sharing. All the Innovation used in presenting and narrating this sensitive topic actually proves to be an Eye-opener. Gender Sensitization is one basic requirement for the normal development of an individual. In other words the same basic rights as a man. Equality seems to have its own pros and cons. Not every person is safe. I could not help noticing that most of the women preferred to wait until the Single Sex Restrooms became available. Most governments are taking steps, although probably not big enough and not fast enough. The changes around you cannot change you. Very informative. •A gender stereotype is a product of a subjective The way you organized and structured and explaining things very succinctly. It is here that the role of self-defense in the form of  martial arts or use of any other techniques or deterrents, such as pepper spray, that will protect them from the offender.

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