Gender Inequality and Cultural Stereotypes: A study of Uche Ama Abriel’s A Past Came Calling
Global Journal of Research in Humanities & Cultural Studies, Volume 04, Issue 04
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https://doi.org/10.60951/afrischolar-310Keywords:
Widowhood and Feminism, Subjugation, Empowerment, Gender rolesAbstract
This study examines the role of cultural stereotypes in perpetuating the marginalization of women in society, by focusing on widowhood rites. It analyzes the role of deeply entrenched socio-cultural norms, values and beliefs in sustaining the oppression of women. Also, this study highlights the impact of these cultural stereotypes on women's empowerment as well as their broad implications for socio-economic development and growth in the society. This study also examines certain harmful cultural practices, such as widowhood rites and other gender- based discriminatory practices, that sustain traditional gender roles and inhibit women's empowerment. Through qualitative analysis of the primary data, this study aims to unravel the underlying mechanisms that sustain the subordination of women and propose effective strategies for promoting gender equality. This finds that women oppression is rooted in deep seated norms and values of the society and highlight the need for targeted interventions, including education, policy reforms, and community involvement, to challenge and eradicate harmful cultural practices and promote equality of the sexes for the betterment of the society.
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