Your Gender TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATION Glossary
All the key terms you need to understand when preparing for Gender Transformative Education, quickly and effectively.
What is Gender stereotypes?
Definition
Stereotypes are widely held beliefs about the character and behavior of all members of a group. Gender stereotypes have negative influences on children in their career decisions and can lead to harmful relationships which can become violent.
References
UNGEI (Ed.). (2023) Learning Brief: Ending Gender Stereotypes in Schools: Good Practices, Experiences and Lessons Learned
Igbo, Onu, Obiyo, SAGE. (2015) Impact of Gender Stereotype on Secondary School Students’ Self-Concept and Academic Achievement
Francis, B., Skelton, C, Routledge Falmer (USA), (2005) Routledge Falmer Reassessing Gender and Achievement