Role images in change: This is how Germans think about gender roles!

Role images in change: This is how Germans think about gender roles!

Schleswig-Flensburg, Deutschland - A carpentry zubi living in Germany from Iraq was recently deported surprisingly, which gained broad attention in the media. shz.de reported that the decision was made on the basis of his asylum application was considered not sufficient to receive a residence permit. The abrupt measures led to concern and questions about the rights of trainees in the German education system.

The social scientist and equal opportunities officer of the FH Kiel, Dr. Marike Schmeck, illuminates the influence of role models on career elections and demands perseverance to overcome deeply rooted social stereotypes. This discussion takes place against the background that equality policy in Germany is currently aiming for overcoming gender -typical role ideas. According to a publication of the bpb are according to about 70 % of those surveyed that both are of the opinion Gender should take care of the household and children, while around a quarter of the family tasks surveyed are more likely to attribute women.

role models and equality

Systematic research into gender relations enables a better assessment of social development in terms of equality. In the 2021 surveys, men and women were assessed equally with regard to the importance of education and political leadership skills. Nevertheless, the survey results show gender -specific differences in the family division: 40 % of the respondents believe that women are better carers for small children, while 27 % of the respondents think that women should take care of household and children.

These results indicate a variety of attitudes towards gender roles that are still influenced by social, cultural and educational factors. The Department of Equal Opportunities Policy will continue to work on questioning traditional role ideas and promoting new perspectives.