Gender Socialisation and Social Change Flashcards
what is gender socialisation
the act of learning to conform to culturally defined gender roles through socialisation
why is aerobics a more popular pastime for women than rugby
- perception of who should play it
- post-event appearance
- entry level
- accessibility
- time available
- historical perception
- women only classes
what are practical barriers that stop women from participating in physical activity
- time/childcare
- money
- transport
- safety
- funding
- facilities
what are personal barriers that stop women from taking part in physical activity
- image
- clothing/equipment
- self-confidence
- parental/adult influence
what are sociocultural barriers that stop women from participating in physical activity
- male-dominated culture
- sexuality-sport associated
- harassment and abuse
- invisibility from media
- disability/ethnicity
why is it difficult for social change to occur
they groups do not have a strong influence on the decision-making groups
what is an example of social change
This Girl Can campaign that aims to challenged the conventional idea of what exercise looks like and reach out to women of all backgrounds