It is extremely difficult to be a woman our world today. Women around the world are facing the dilemma of who they really are and why they exist. Mainly because of how they are generally ill-treated by men coupled with the fact that we are at a critical turning point in world history where humanity is facing the deepest health, economic, and social crisis of our generation and the situation is worsening.
Gender inequality for centuries appears to be the bone of contention between the male and female human species and it is always the female who suffers the greatest level of injustice. Even the seemingly most empowered women seem to have some form of squabble with the male gender. Women have been misunderstood, devalued, disrespected and unappreciated by men and this has left women with a very incorrect perception about themselves and their situation.
For generations, various advocates have been trying to end this inequality saga by cutting off the branches of the problems without uprooting the tree from the roots completely. What this means is that once the branchless tree remains watered by the same traditional, cultural and social waves, the branches quickly grow again to bear much bitter and diverse fruits of inequality and woman devaluation. It is time for the tree of gender inequality that constantly produces bitter fruits for women to be uprooted and the right tree that will permanently yield gender friendly and appreciative fruits to be planted.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1: GENERAL INTRODUCTION
Presentation of Issue
Scope of study
Background Information
What is gender and gender equality and gender inequality?
History of the Fight to attain Gender Equality
Context of Subject
Global review
Ghana Review
Purpose of Study
CHAPTER 2: THE RESEARCH FOCUS
Research Questions
Description of the Specific Research
Importance of this research
Determining the Root Causes of Gender Inequality
Definition of the Terms
Theoretical Framework
CHAPTER 3: REVIEW OF OTHER WORK DONE
Gender Mainstreaming: The Main Global Methodology / Strategy
Other Findings and Conclusions
CHAPTER 4: RESEARCH METHODS
Research Hypothesis
Research Strategy and Techniques, Data Sources, Method of Data Collection
Secondary Data sourced from ‘A CONCEPTUAL MODEL OF WOMEN AND GIRLS EMPOWERMENT’ – Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Secondary Data as analyzed by World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Reports.
Ghana’s rankings per the Global Gender Index
Method of Data Analysis
PRESENTATION OF THEMES DERIVED FROM THE INTERVIEW RESPONSES
OPIONION POLLS FROM QUESTIONNAIRE.
GENERAL SUMMARY OF OPINION POLLS FROM QUESTIONNAIRE & DEMOGRAPHICS.
DERIVED THEMES FROM QUESTIONNAIRE – OPEN ENDED QUESTIONS.
Verification of Ethical Considerations.
Challenges encountered in conducting research.
CHAPTER 5: RESULTS OF RESEARCH ANALYSIS
Interpretation of Results
Explanation of Results
Questions about alternative approaches
Strength and weaknesses of Statistical analysis.
CHAPTER 6: CONCLUSION
– Discussions and Summary
Education is Good but not Enough!
Religion has neither been very helpful
Foundation for the human race is the male man!
The need for women empowerment as a pre-requisite to gender equality
Going back into time – The Beginning
The Bible – Religious Book or Legal Constitution!
God, the Creator of all things.
Views from one of the world’s Great World thinkers – Stephen Hawking!
God’s Original Idea – The Truth Revealed.
The True Damage – Root cause of Gender Inequality and Misogyny
CHAPTER 7: RECOMMENDATIONS
Preamble.
Recommendations given for others to consider
Team up to move up
My message to women and the men who love them.
Recommendations given for nations to consider and for future research
God’s Original Plan / Template / Reference for Society
Violating the Original Reference (Ancient Landmarks)
Rediscovering the True North!
Perfect illustration of The Holy Spirit as our True North
The Power of True North.
THE ALTERNATIVE STRATEGY FOR WOMEN EMPOWERMENT
My Final Words
References (Bibliography)
Research Objectives and Focus Themes
This thesis investigates the root causes of the persistent gender inequality saga, arguing that conventional approaches are insufficient because they fail to address foundational spiritual and identity-based disparities. The research aims to move beyond superficial social interventions by proposing an alternative empowerment strategy centered on reclaiming a true sense of identity and purpose derived from a specific foundational template.
- The role of identity and divine purpose in achieving authentic women empowerment.
- Critique of existing global gender mainstreaming strategies and their limitations in Ghana.
- The impact of cultural, religious, and patriarchal mindsets on gender perceptions.
- Reconnecting individuals to their "True North" via spiritual principles for societal restoration.
- Moving from symptomatic social fixes to deep-seated foundational solutions.
Excerpt from the Thesis
The True Damage – Root cause of Gender Inequality and Misogyny
The true perversion and damage began in Genesis chapter 3 when the devil deceived the first woman to disobey the precepts of God and who later convinced man to do same. They fell from the authority given to them to rule and have dominion over all creation and handed it over to Satan. After this, they were no more fit to remain in the presence of the True Holy God, the Creator of all things.
The pronouncement made by God upon their lives has lived with humanity until this day and which is the root cause of what we see today as gender inequality, the woes of the woman and degradation of the beautiful world created by God.
Chapter Summary
CHAPTER 1: GENERAL INTRODUCTION: This chapter contextualizes the global issue of gender inequality, establishing that while historical progress has been made through feminist movements and UN goals, systemic issues persist, particularly in Ghana. The author introduces the necessity of a sustainable solution that probes deeper than current socio-political frameworks.
CHAPTER 2: THE RESEARCH FOCUS: This segment defines the specific problem areas, highlighting that current efforts often treat symptoms rather than the root cause of gender imbalance. It establishes the research aim to identify the genesis of gender inequality through a lens of purpose and identity.
CHAPTER 3: REVIEW OF OTHER WORK DONE: This chapter analyzes existing literature on gender mainstreaming, acknowledging both its global acceptance and its inability to fully achieve parity. It reviews findings from international organizations while identifying gaps where identity and purpose are absent in standard empowerment discourse.
CHAPTER 4: RESEARCH METHODS: The author details a mixed-methods research strategy, using both qualitative interviews and quantitative questionnaires among Ghanaian women. Emphasis is placed on exploring participants' understanding of "identity" and "calling" as potential conduits for empowerment.
CHAPTER 5: RESULTS OF RESEARCH ANALYSIS: This chapter presents and interprets the data collected, noting a correlation between the lack of identity awareness and the perpetuation of gender-based complexes. The findings suggest that participants view sociocultural underpinnings as the primary drivers of inequality.
CHAPTER 6: CONCLUSION: The author concludes that standard education and policy interventions remain incomplete without a foundational shift in how men and women perceive their origins and purposes. It posits that restoring the intended harmony between genders requires returning to a "Creator-centered" blueprint.
CHAPTER 7: RECOMMENDATIONS: This final section provides actionable recommendations for society, governance, and the family unit. It advocates for the adoption of the "Alternative Women Empowerment Strategy," which calls for deep alignment with transcendent spiritual principles to resolve the gender saga.
Keywords
Gender Inequality, Women Empowerment, Sustainable Development, Patriarchal System, Identity, Purpose, Calling, Career, Misogyny, Gender Mainstreaming, Ghana, Bible, True North, Social Transformation, Leadership
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this thesis?
The thesis focuses on uncovering the foundational root causes of gender inequality, arguing that current global strategies have failed to provide a permanent solution because they neglect the spiritual and identity-based aspects of human existence.
What are the central themes of the work?
Central themes include the distinction between career and calling, the concept of a "True North" or spiritual compass for leadership, an analysis of the patriarchal system in Ghana, and the necessity of re-aligning societal roles with an original divine blueprint.
What is the core research objective?
The primary objective is to evaluate how discovering one’s true identity and purpose leads to holistic empowerment and fulfillment, thereby providing a more effective strategy for resolving the gender inequality saga.
Which scientific methodology is applied?
The author employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative thematic analysis of interview responses with quantitative data collected via questionnaires to measure participants' self-perception and fulfillment levels.
What does the main body of the work cover?
The main sections critique current gender mainstreaming strategies, present original research data from Ghanaian participants, and offer a re-interpretation of historical and biblical narratives to propose an alternative model for gender relations.
How is the work characterized via keywords?
The work is characterized by terms such as Gender Inequality, Women Empowerment, Identity, Purpose, Patriarchal System, and Social Transformation.
How does the author define the "Alternative Empowerment Strategy"?
It is defined as a departure from status-quo social norms, shifting the empowerment focus from solely economic or political rights toward discovering an individual's inherent identity and divine purpose.
Why does the author argue that current legal reforms are insufficient?
The author contends that because most legal policies are designed to fix "branches" or "leaves" (symptoms) of social inequality rather than the "root" (the mindset and foundational understanding of being), they fail to create a permanent, transformative change.
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- Grace-Tera Korsinah (Autor:in), 2022, The Gender Inequality Saga. Achieving a Sustainable Solution for Global Transformation through the Alternative Women Empowerment Strategy, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1323685
