https://padlet.com/randyfonrose/cn0fyw7nb7kc Outlining issues that arise out of Gender Inequality in Trinidad and the wider Caribbean en-us 2017-04-08 21:04:55 UTC 2023-04-24 18:43:38 UTC hello@padlet.com randyfonrose https://padlet.com/randyfonrose/cn0fyw7nb7kc/wish/166373681 The periods leading after Emancipation or Post Emancipation, many Caribbean countries assumed patriarchal societies that reflected that of their colonizers. Women would remain subordinate to men for most of Caribbean history. Men would have the right to education and social mobility whereas women faced difficulty moving away from domestic lives. However after the 21^st Century, both men and women have adapted the process of emerging new gender relations in both ideological and material dimensions of gendered life. There are still evidence of gender inequality in modern Caribbean countries that reflect the ideals of our colonizers.  The family is considered the main factor in socialization of individuals in society. In Caribbean civilizations it is customary in some cultures that women stay at home as take up duties as housewives while men work and take responsibilities as sole breadwinners of the home. These ideals are still passed on through generations among various ethnic groups based in the Caribbean namely East Indians and Chinese. Men are still treated or given a certain degree of favor over women out of these cultural groups. Gender has also influenced their religious belief in that men are somewhat superior to women and they must submit themselves to their husbands as it is seen as just in the eyes of God. This has led to continuous development of gender inequality out of the post emancipation period due to the transfer or cultural beliefs through generations in the family.

The attachment/link below refers to an article that discusses the ills, causes and effects or patriarchy and gender inequality in the Caribbean. it is an article on first hand experiences of women in the Caribbean and the issues faces with gender inequality.
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]]> 2017-04-14 14:08:07 UTC https://padlet.com/randyfonrose/cn0fyw7nb7kc/wish/166373681 randyfonrose https://padlet.com/randyfonrose/cn0fyw7nb7kc/wish/166374595 Trinidad and Tobago has been country that has been influenced by the cultural ideals of Patriarchy from the period of Post Emancipation to modern society. The cultural belief that came out of the European lifestyles quickly influenced and shaped the way society is today in Trinidad and Tobago. Upon emancipation, Caribbean men attained freedom and all that it entails however women gained limited to little freedom. Men gained access to education abroad that full social, educational and political mobility while women were part of the domestic part of society e.g. East Indian families in Trinidad. With the help of equal rights laws developed through protest and women in action, many females in Trinidad and Tobago have been able to elevate themselves up the social, economic and political ladder through the help of education. Presently there are more women providing for their families rather than men, women that have become teachers at the University I attend, lawyers in the community of Mayaro where I live, and doctors in hospitals close to where I reside. They hold high positions in organizations and political institutions. Recently women have improved their standings in the struggle for equality.  On average more women attend the University of the West Indies compared to men.  The past Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago Kamla Persad Bissessar is another exceptional example in the change of ideals that has been passed through generations and that women are fighting against patriarchy to better themselves and their social standing.

The Attachment below shows a series of some of the many successful women in Trinidad and Tobago. Evidence of women in gaining upward social, political and economic mobility
Dated: 11/04/2017 ]]> 2017-04-14 14:16:17 UTC https://padlet.com/randyfonrose/cn0fyw7nb7kc/wish/166374595 randyfonrose https://padlet.com/randyfonrose/cn0fyw7nb7kc/wish/166374980 It is evident that gender inequality has negative impacts on  relationships between men and women of the region. In Trinidad and Jamaica men are allowed to have and are sometimes praised for having more than one or numerous women, on the other hand women are given negative judgments or even discriminated for having more than one partner. They are sometimes labelled if known to have more than one sexual partner. Society sometimes find it acceptable for men to engage in earlier sexual activities rather than females. Many parents tend to foster this attitude through socialization and by the fact that some children follow by example, usually the parent. In Guyana, families employ the child rearing concept of “Tie the Heifer, Loose the Bull”, which signifies that parents should closely guard their daughters and allow their sons to have more freedom with social and sexual activity. This sort of activity allows for unfair judgment at ridicule of women in society. Although in many cultures women are seen as docile and should act within a manner that is acceptable, it still portrays the idea that women should not be given the same freedom as men. Therefore questioning what is freedom itself, when women are not allowed to do the same as men without facing discrimination. Liberty is now in question when this occurs because society construct belief that discriminate the act of one in favor of another which does not coherently work with the ideas of equality among all.

The Attachment below is an article of Gender Inequality in the Caribbean which focuses on the issue of " Tie the Heifer, Loose the Bull"
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During this course I was able to be learn things that I haven’t known before. It opened my eyes to the understanding of the Caribbean as a region and it societies. Though I had an idea of Caribbean civilization and Caribbean identity, defining the Caribbean was something unfamiliar to me. This course helped to me understand various concepts of defining the Caribbean from its historical to geological concepts as well as learning about the development of its civilization from the pre-colonial era to modern day society. From learning about the indigenous people and their migration to the way the lived and formed communities in the Caribbean influenced my respect for them and their way of surviving. I gained a formidable amount of knowledge and increased my respect for those that were part of slavery and its ills. As a student and as a youth in society I gained greater understanding of the ills and obstacles millions of people from different races and ethnic backgrounds faced daily in Caribbean plantations systems. This made me appreciate my ancestors more for that have laid the foundation for which I am here today in the Caribbean. Even as child of a mixed race family, I gained more appreciation for the cultural ideals that a have been passes on through generations that helped shaped the individual I am today and the society I live in today.
The image below reflects my visit to a museum at The University of the West Indies St. Augustine to examine to remains of The Banwari Man, said to be Trinidad's Oldest Resident 
Dated: 14/02/2017]]> 2017-04-14 14:28:14 UTC https://padlet.com/randyfonrose/cn0fyw7nb7kc/wish/166375765 randyfonrose https://padlet.com/randyfonrose/cn0fyw7nb7kc/wish/166384304 Gender Inequality is a broad issue that has been developed worldwide and its effects are still present in modern society. The process of gender inequality occurs when men and women are not treated equally. It refers to the uneven or unequal treatment and perceptions of individuals based on their gender. These issues are socially constructed where their differences arise in gender roles. Gender systems are often complex and hierarchical. The actions that may arise out of these systems can reflect the inequalities that manifest in numerous dimensions of daily life. Gender discrimination can be considered as prejudicial treatment of individuals and groups on society due to gender differences. Mostly pertaining to women, the issue is quite important and affects many individuals’ even men. In order to give to gender inequality, one must first look at gender. Gender and its relation to the term sex are used interchangeably however there are many differences that draw them apart. From a biological perspective sex is defined as a physical or chromosomal makeup. Usually people are categorized as either male or female depending on their genitalia or chromosomes. However, gender is commonly referred to as social identity. Gender inequality is caused by a variety of issues and acts of discrimination. Whether direct or indirect acts of discrimination to women over men in the workplace or in society as a whole as well as segregation in society. Women and men are often treated differently based on traditional stereotypes and beliefs which has led conflict among those in society. It is an issue of great significance and can have a negative impact on the lives on those discriminated.
The link below gives access to the various types of Gender Inequalities. it encompasses a variety of reasons that can cause gender inequality and how it can be manifested 
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