Gender equity goes beyond simply saying men and women are equal. It's about ensuring that both genders have access to the same opportunities, resources, and rewards while also recognizing and addressing the unique challenges each might face.For the average man or woman, it means living in a society where gender does not limit your chances of education, career growth, fair pay, or leadership roles.
Chances of education are still limited for females until now. I had a neighbor when I was a teenager, who refused to educate his female children and placed more value on his male children. He said that once the females reach a certain age, they will get married and all his effort will be in vain.When you come to our high institution, if a female decides to be an engineer, people look at her as if she has lost her way.
Same thing with if you are male and decide to be a nurse, there is always a reaction to it. Gender equality should be balanced in both education because, tell me, why should nursing be only for females and engineering for males only? Why would you employ a female for a role you claim is for a guy and still want to underpay her, even when she does her job well simply because she is not male.
In the family, gender equity could reshape financial responsibilities. Instead of the man being solely seen as the breadwinner, both partners could contribute according to their abilities and income. This balance not only eases financial pressure on one person but also encourages teamwork, mutual respect, and shared decision-making.For some families, it could mean the woman earns more, and the man takes on more home management duties, and that being accepted without stigma.
It's how family should be, it's God's main design for marriage. But if a woman earns more than her husband, some men become angry that she will soon control him. I remember the story of a man who opened a shop for his wife, and he wasn't expecting her to run the business well. Within 1 year, she opened another shop in addition to the one her husband opened for her. The husband got upset and set the shop on fire, not because the wife was misbehaving but because of his belief. In the process, the fire burnt down other people's shops.
In marriage, gender equity promotes healthy partnerships built on respect rather than rigid roles. Decisions about finances, parenting, and career choices would be made together, considering the strengths and situations of each partner.
Women shouldn't abandon their wifely duties just because their husband decides to assist with household chores and other family responsibilities. Gender equality should actually start at home; parents should treat and train their children equally. Stop telling your male child not to cry when he's hurt because he's a man and men don't cry.Allow them to express their emotions; they are equally human. Share all the household duties equally between both genders; let them know that they are meant to help each other. Nobody is above and nobody is below; it's just fairness.
On a societal level, gender equity could reduce poverty rates, boost productivity, and create a more inclusive workforce. When both men and women can thrive without bias, everyone benefits because talent and capability aren't restricted by outdated stereotypes. Ultimately, gender equity doesn't mean sameness; it means fairness. It's about giving each gender what they need to succeed and thrive, so no one is disadvantaged simply because of who they are.
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