Research Question(s)
As i looked furhter into some of my research from my previous taopics proposed in my preliminary research it became apparent that there was a focus i was actually trying to articulate but have been having a hard time figuring out the direction.
so starting from the beginning...
Im interested in doing my thesis project on a topic that as the days go by i feel becomes increasingly relivant. The topic of equality in america seems to be a one step forward and two steps back kind of thing and its really for lack of a better work, annoying.
SO i started looking into basic gender equality, and the status of the world in that regard. After visiting the UN website and reviewing the sustainable development goals. the SDG is a area of goals that the UN has compiled as "the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all."
GOAL #5 details the UN's goal toward gender equality and i personally felt this was a good starting point to think globaly and widdle down the direction of my research to identify a smaller problem within this larger global problem.
Then I started to make a list of areas that gender inequality is observed, i did with the help of the Assosiation of American colleges & universities online periodicle, Liberal Education, where i found an article Titled " Gender Equity: who needs it?". [AAC&U]
Area of improvements include:
1. economical inequality
2. educational
3. violence against women
4. political
I researched the areas of improvements that i felt most passionate about (at the moment), then started asking myself questions related to all the articles i researched...
as seen here: [i will make more sense of this, and type it up in the future]
So after reviewing my questions i've laid out for myself, i've come to a work in progress research question, or at least a question that will help me further my search for a clearer understanding.
why is being a women in a non traditional role/job overly critiqued and met with negative remarks rather than positive, and how is that shaping the perception of the youth.
[additonal questions i have]
is whether or not there is a need for positive/empowerment amoung girls/women?
what is the age group in need if so?
what does gender negativity do to men/women?
what are the effects?
Why does feminism have a negative connection in certain social circles.
the question is still broad but i hope to file it down more as i begin talks with my SME.
Additional resources:
Honors Thesis - Portland State University
"Not a dirty Word: Encouraging Feminist Activism through Design and Social Practices"
The Womens Global Empowerment fund
The mission of Women’s Global Empowerment Fund is to support women through economic, social and political programs; creating opportunities while addressing inequality, strengthening families and communities.
UN Women
All human development and human rights issues have gender dimensions. UN Women focuses on priority areas that are fundamental to women’s equality, and that can unlock progress across the board.
so starting from the beginning...
Im interested in doing my thesis project on a topic that as the days go by i feel becomes increasingly relivant. The topic of equality in america seems to be a one step forward and two steps back kind of thing and its really for lack of a better work, annoying.
SO i started looking into basic gender equality, and the status of the world in that regard. After visiting the UN website and reviewing the sustainable development goals. the SDG is a area of goals that the UN has compiled as "the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all."
GOAL #5 details the UN's goal toward gender equality and i personally felt this was a good starting point to think globaly and widdle down the direction of my research to identify a smaller problem within this larger global problem.
Then I started to make a list of areas that gender inequality is observed, i did with the help of the Assosiation of American colleges & universities online periodicle, Liberal Education, where i found an article Titled " Gender Equity: who needs it?". [AAC&U]
Area of improvements include:
1. economical inequality
2. educational
3. violence against women
4. political
I researched the areas of improvements that i felt most passionate about (at the moment), then started asking myself questions related to all the articles i researched...
as seen here: [i will make more sense of this, and type it up in the future]
So after reviewing my questions i've laid out for myself, i've come to a work in progress research question, or at least a question that will help me further my search for a clearer understanding.
why is being a women in a non traditional role/job overly critiqued and met with negative remarks rather than positive, and how is that shaping the perception of the youth.
[additonal questions i have]
is whether or not there is a need for positive/empowerment amoung girls/women?
what is the age group in need if so?
what does gender negativity do to men/women?
what are the effects?
Why does feminism have a negative connection in certain social circles.
the question is still broad but i hope to file it down more as i begin talks with my SME.
Additional resources:
Honors Thesis - Portland State University
"Not a dirty Word: Encouraging Feminist Activism through Design and Social Practices"
The Womens Global Empowerment fund
The mission of Women’s Global Empowerment Fund is to support women through economic, social and political programs; creating opportunities while addressing inequality, strengthening families and communities.
UN Women
All human development and human rights issues have gender dimensions. UN Women focuses on priority areas that are fundamental to women’s equality, and that can unlock progress across the board.
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