Scholars began to study gender and organizations to understand better the dimensions of and reasons for continuing inequality between women and men in the workplace and the economy. Most research on gender structures has been done in public and private employing organizations, but researchers have also examined voluntary organizations such as religious groups, charitable organizations, and sports associations. Although gender patterns in organizations vary between the public and private sectors and between different sectors of the private economy, as well as between different societies. In doing so the main rationale of the program is to revisit the gender based programs that are established in the country (Ethiopia) and further develop a practical approach that contributes to the fullest potential of the gender mainstreaming and its longer effect in each and every civil servants. In other words, the society at large and the application of this social program will substantiated by different projects that are framed on the basis of the program at hand.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction and Rationale of the program
2. Situation statement ,problem analysis and justification
3. Objectives of the program
3.1 General objective of the program
3.2 Specific objectives of the program
4. Target groups and beneficiaries
5. Program collaborators, partners and stakeholder
6 .Program Contents and Project activities
6.1 Project strategies
6.2 Logic Frame of the program
6.3 Monitoring and evaluation of the program (M &T)
7. Conclusion
Objectives and Themes
The primary objective of this program is to assess and transform the socio-cultural implications of gender mainstreaming within the Federal Government Civil Service Organizations of Ethiopia, aiming to foster an egalitarian workplace environment through behavioral change strategies.
- Analysis of gender mainstreaming implementation levels in Ethiopian public sectors.
- Development of psycho-social strategies to reshape socio-cultural perceptions of gender among civil servants.
- Implementation of standardized monitoring and evaluation systems for gender-based projects.
- Capacity building and creation of gender-friendly organizational cultures.
Excerpt from the Book
1. Introduction and Rationale of the program
Gender used to be seen as the “psychological, social, and cultural aspects of maleness and femaleness” (Kessler and McKenna 1978: 7, as cited in Amy, 2005). In other words, it represented the characteristics taken on by males and females as they encountered social life and culture through socialization. Even those who believe that there are some important biological or genetic differences between women and men agree that the natural (i.e., Biological, physiological, or genetic) and the social cannot be cleanly separated. Scientists of all kinds are discovering that these are not discrete realms. A second problem with this conception of gender is its tendency to assume that gender is an exclusively individual characteristic. In this view, gender is seen as sets of traits or behavioral dispositions that people come to possess based on their assignment to a particular sex category. This view is far too limiting in the kinds of questions it makes possible and the kinds of knowledge it can generate (Amy, 2005).
With all the ambiguous conceptions of defining and analyzing gender the distinctive nature of its working definition is still be controversial in the scientific community. However to include all the necessary conditions of facts in covering a wide range of research basis, Ridgeway and Smith-Lovin (1999: 192) as cited in Amy (2005) defined gender as a “system of social practices”; this system creates and maintains gender distinctions and it “organizes relations of inequality on the basis of [these distinctions].” In this view, gender involves the creation of both differences and inequalities.
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction and Rationale of the program: Provides a foundational understanding of gender as a social construct and details the necessity of mainstreaming gender within the Ethiopian civil service context.
2. Situation statement ,problem analysis and justification: Analyzes the existing inequalities in the workplace and justifies the need for moving beyond superficial policy approaches toward deep-rooted socio-cultural change.
3. Objectives of the program: Outlines the general and specific goals focused on assessing and improving gender mainstreaming and behavioral transformation among civil servants.
4. Target groups and beneficiaries: Identifies the federal civil service workers as the primary focus and explains the necessity of using a sample-based approach for program implementation.
5. Program collaborators, partners and stakeholder: Lists key domestic ministries and international organizations essential for the support and successful execution of the gender empowerment agenda.
6 .Program Contents and Project activities: Details the strategic framework, including project strategies, logic frames, and monitoring protocols for the proposed interventions.
7. Conclusion: Summarizes the necessity of adopting internationally recognized behavioral communication strategies to ensure the long-term effectiveness of the program.
Keywords
Gender mainstreaming, Ethiopia, Civil Service, Gender Equality, Socio-cultural change, Behavioral change, Empowerment, Institutional development, Gender Analysis, Capacity building, Policy-making, Social practices, Workplace discrimination, Monitoring and Evaluation, Public sector.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this publication?
The publication focuses on developing a social program to address and transform the socio-cultural implications of gender mainstreaming within the Federal Government Civil Service Organizations of Ethiopia.
What are the primary thematic areas?
The key themes include gender analysis, civil service reform, behavioral change communication, institutional capacity building, and the implementation of gender-sensitive policies.
What is the main research question or goal?
The primary goal is to assess the current status of gender mainstreaming and to implement practical strategies that foster behavioral change and achieve gender equality in Ethiopian public service workplaces.
Which scientific methodology is applied?
The program utilizes a combination of situational analysis, gender-based behavior change communication strategies, and the application of internationally recognized gender mainstreaming tools.
What does the main body cover?
The main body details the program's rationale, objectives, target demographics, institutional partnerships, strategic project activities, and a detailed logic frame for monitoring and evaluation.
Which keywords define the work?
Key terms include Gender Mainstreaming, Civil Service, Ethiopia, Behavioral change, Empowerment, and Institutional reform.
How does the program define the "civil service" context?
The program defines it as the permanent administrative arm of the government, including ministries and agencies where patriarchal schemas often persist, necessitating structural and behavioral change.
Why is the "logic frame" included in this program?
The logic frame is included to provide a structured overview of objectives, inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes to ensure the program can be effectively monitored and evaluated for international standards.
What role do international partners play in this initiative?
International partners, such as UN agencies, USAID, and others, provide the necessary support, funding, and global best practices to assist in the training and capacity-building activities of the program.
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- Yakob Tilahun Yimer (Autor:in), 2016, Changing the Socio-cultural Implications of Gender Mainstreaming in Working Places and Revisiting the Current Statuesque, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/492954
