Become a Patron!Gender equality is when people of all genders have equal rights, responsibilities, and opportunities.
Everyone is affected by gender inequality – women, men, trans, and gender diverse people, children, and families. It impacts people of all ages and backgrounds.
Gender equality requires equal enjoyment by women and men of socially-valued goods, opportunities, resources, and rewards.
What is Gender Equality?
Gender equality is when people of all genders have equal rights, responsibilities and opportunities.
Everyone is affected by gender inequality – women, men, trans and gender diverse people, children and families.
It impacts people of all ages and backgrounds.
Gender equality requires equal enjoyment by women and men of socially-valued goods, opportunities, resources and rewards.
Gender equality does not necessarily mean that everyone is treated exactly the same. Their different needs and dreams are valued equally.
Promoting gender equality measures is a way of investing in women and improving their lives, the lives of those who they care for and the community at large. Investing in women will also lead to improved business outcomes, socio-economic security and fairer societies.
How can we make gender equality a reality?
1. Awareness
People need to be aware of the current state of affairs and the benefits of change.
2. Education
Many believe that the most significant obstacle to gender equality is unequal access to education. Education for girls and women needs to be a top priority.
3. Legislative support
There are many laws and systems in place that fuel gender inequality. To break those systems down, laws that discriminate need to be repealed and new laws put in place.
Effective gender equality legislation is crucial in guaranteeing the equal rights and opportunities of women and men in all spheres of life as well as in preventing systemic discrimination against women.
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References:
- Frequently asked questions about gender equality. (2005). United Nations Population Fund. https://www.unfpa.org/resources/frequently-asked-questions-about-gender-equality
- Gender equality: what is it and why do we need it? | Victorian Government. (2022). State Government of Victoria. https://www.vic.gov.au/gender-equality-what-it-and-why-do-we-need-it
- Gender Equality – Gender Equality – Legislationline. (2022). Legislation Online. https://www.legislationline.org/topics/topic/7
- Gender equality and empowerment – key concepts. (2019, December 13). Investing in Women. https://investinginwomen.asia/knowledge/university-sydney-january-2017-gender-equality-empowerment-key-concepts/
- Soken-Huberty, E. (2020, April 2). What Does Gender Equality Mean? Human Rights Careers. https://www.humanrightscareers.com/issues/what-does-gender-equality-mean/
About Dr. Martha Tara Lee
Surrounded by friends who were sexually inhibited and struck by dire lack of positive conversations around sex and sexuality in Singapore, Dr. Martha Tara Lee set out to make a positive difference in embarking on her doctorate in human sexuality before launching Eros Coaching in 2009. Today, she remains dedicated to working with individuals and couples who wish to lead self-actualised and pleasure-filled lives.
She also holds certificates in counselling, coaching and sex therapy, and her fourth degree – a Masters in Counselling in May 2018. In practice since 2009, she is the only certified sexuality educator and certified sexuality educator supervisor by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) in Singapore.
Often cited in the media, Dr. Lee is the appointed Clinical Sexologist for Singapore Cancer Society. She was recognised as one of ‘Top 50 Inspiring Women Under 40′ by Her World in July 2010, and one of ‘Top 100 Inspiring Women’ by CozyCot in March 2011. She has published four books: Love, Sex and Everything In-Between, Orgasmic Yoga, From Princess to Queen and {Un}Inhibited.
Martha works with individuals and couples in private coaching sessions, and conducts her own workshops. She takes prides in making sure all her workshops are also fun, educational, and sex-positive. This comes easily to her because even though she is extremely dedicated and serious about her work, she fundamentally believes that sex is meant to be fun, wonderful, amazing and sacred. As such, this serious light-heartedness has shone through again and again. For her full profile, click here. Email her here.
