Functional sex segregation

Date and country of first publication

1989
United Kingdom

Definition

Functional sex segregation refers to the division of roles and responsibilities within a society based on the perception of the capabilities and strengths of individuals based on their gender. This segregation often leads to certain tasks being designated as appropriate for one gender over the other, which can result in unequal opportunities, resources, and power dynamics between men and women. This can reinforce traditional gender norms and stereotypes, limit individual choices and opportunities, and contribute to the perpetuation of gender inequality.

Notes

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Further reading

Kauppinen K., Haavio-Mannila E., Kandolin I. (1989) Who Benefits from Working in Non Traditional Workroles: Interaction Patterns and Quality of Worklife. Acta Sociologica, 32(4), 389-403. [1]