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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

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