Essays about: "gender role theory"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 235 essays containing the words gender role theory.

  1. 1. THE ROLE OF DIPLOMATIC SPOUSES: A BOURDIEUSIAN EXPLORATION Expectations and restrictions of contemporary diplomatic spouses

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Victoria Sjöberg; [2024-02-15]
    Keywords : Diplomacy; diplomatic spouse; Bourdieu; patriarchy;

    Abstract : Ever since the 19th century women who marries diplomats has taken on the role of a diplomatic wife. The wives were responsible for entertaining and creating a welcoming atmosphere. It was such an essential role of diplomacy that they had courses and manuals on how to conduct themselves and how to arrange flowers and seating charts. READ MORE

  3. 2. Womens Club? : The Role of Gender in the Female Business Angel’s Investment Process

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Hanna Edenvik; Amon Suhr Perez; [2024]
    Keywords : homosociality; heterosociality; business angel; gender; investment process; entrepreneur; homosocialitet; heterosocialitet; affärsängel; kön; investeringsprocess; entreprenör;

    Abstract : Business angels constitute an increasingly important source of capital for entrepreneurs in their ventures’ early stages. Previous research and reports, however, state that female entrepreneurs are heavily underfunded. READ MORE

  4. 3. UNVEILING REALITIES: A QUALITATIVE EXPLORATION OF GENDER EQUALITY POLICIES TO MAINTAIN A WORK BALANCE IN SWEDEN.

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för statsvetenskap (ST)

    Author : Grace Macharia; [2024]
    Keywords : Gender equality policies; work-life balance; Sweden; Herzberg s Balance Theory; Feminist Theory; organizational culture; leadership; policy effectiveness; workplace dynamics; Scandinavia; intersectionality; qualitative research; thematic clusters; stigma; organizational practices.;

    Abstract : This qualitative study delves into the intricate relationship between gender equality policies and work-life balance in the Swedish professional landscape. Thematic analysis of narratives from four respondents reveals insights into "Perception of Gender Equality Policies," "Key Challenges in Balancing Career and Family Responsibilities," and "Organizational Practices and Cultures. READ MORE

  5. 4. Empowering resettled middle Eastern refugees: Exploring information and communication technology for social inclusion, agency and well-being.

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för pedagogik och specialpedagogik

    Author : Elham Salesi; [2023-10-31]
    Keywords : information and communication technology; social inclusion; refugees; capability approach; well-being; agency;

    Abstract : Aim: This study aims to investigate the role of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in facilitating the social inclusion of resettled Middle Eastern refugees in Sweden. Through a capability approach lens, the research delves into the ways in which refugees utilize ICTs to enhance their agency, self-reliance, and overall well-being within their new societal context. READ MORE

  6. 5. PUNK FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF THE SECOND SEX; An anthropological study of gender roles and gender equality in the Swedish punk scene in 2023

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för globala studier

    Author : Agnes Jansson; [2023-09-27]
    Keywords : feminism; gender; punk; female musicians; tokenism; homosociality;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates female punk musicians’ experiences of the punk scene in Sweden, focusing on the construction of gender and gender roles among bands of the genre in 2023, as well as the treatment of the minority of female musicians. According to my participants’ beliefs, I also point towards what can still be done to improve gender equality in the Swedish punk scene. READ MORE