Read the perceptions of Multicultural Ambassador, Somya, after attending our Women In Global Society event this week!
When we hear about the topic, “Women in Global Society”, it
sounds very cliché. But if you actually think about it, everybody knows it’s a
serious issue but nobody wants to do anything about it or even talk about it.
So, Dr. Lora Helvie-Mason organized an informal conversational session on the
topic including Tarleton students, people from office of International programs
and others who have traveled across United States or studied abroad. This was
a great opportunity for everyone to introspect on what they actually think
about it and also know where it stands in other countries.
Dr. Lora Helvie-Mason facilitated the conversation and
students contributed their thoughts and experiences on the position of women in
various fields across the globe. Ms. Nikki Jackson from TIAER, reflected upon
the status of women in Middle East and how the culture over there may not always approve of women empowerment. She also said that the study abroad experience in
middle east has made her more appreciative of what she has received here in
States.
Students also talked about various fields where women are
not considered a fit. For instance, Neil, a multicultural ambassador
brought up athletics and raised the question of why we often do not have coed sports
teams.
The conversation also touched upon the prevailing
stereotypes about women’s capabilities, unconscious bias regarding certain job
positions, and also society’s expectations from women in terms of beauty vs.
brains.
The conversation brought up a lot of perspectives on women’s
position in various aspects of global society.
I think it is very important to talk about these issues so
that we could actually reflect on them and be more responsible in contributing
towards creating awareness.
- Somya Gupta, Multicultural Ambassador
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