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@article{174351,
        author = {Sweta Mishra and Dr. Supriya Rai and A Arvi Kanunga and Harshitha N and Kashish Jain R and Rishant Agarwal},
        title = {Gender Discrimination And Anti-Harassment Movements},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {10},
        pages = {3876-3889},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=174351},
        abstract = {Gender discrimination remains a persistent and widespread issue that significantly impacts individuals across various aspects of their lives. This study aims to examine the ongoing presence of gender bias within different sectors of society, including the workplace, education, and media. By analysing both historical and modern instances of gender discrimination, the research seeks to offer a thorough understanding of how this issue has evolved and the mechanisms by which it affects individuals and institutions. In professional settings, gender discrimination often manifests in unequal pay, the underrepresentation of women in leadership positions, and workplace cultures that sometimes tolerate or ignore harassment. Despite the introduction of although efforts have been made through different policies and initiatives to foster gender equality, widespread systemic challenges persist, hindering women’s career progression. This study explores the root causes of these challenges, focusing on deeply ingrained stereotypes and biases related to gender that influence hiring, promotion practices, and everyday workplace dynamics. Education is another significant domain where gender bias is prevalent. From primary school to higher education, gender-based assumptions influence students' academic experiences. These biases can affect the subject’s students pursue, the encouragement they receive from teachers, and the resources available to them. This research examines the role educational institutions play in either reinforcing or challenging traditional gender norms, and how policies, teaching methods, and extracurricular activities shape students’ understanding of gender roles. The media, serving as both a mirror of and an influence on societal attitudes, plays a pivotal role in either perpetuating or dismantling gender stereotypes. This study investigates the historical underrepresentation and stereotypical portrayal of women in various media forms, including film, television, advertising, and social media. This study employs both qualitative and quantitative techniques to present a complete and nuanced analysis of gender discrimination and harassment. Qualitative data, including interviews and case studies, provide deeper insights into personal experiences, focusing on the emotional and psychological effects of these issues. These personal accounts highlight often overlooked dimensions of discrimination and harassment, such as their long-term impacts on mental health, career development, and interpersonal relationships. Meanwhile, quantitative analysis helps uncover larger trends and patterns, such as harassment prevalence across industries, the effectiveness of anti-harassment policies, and the progress made in narrowing the gender gap in certain fields. Through an investigation of persistent gender discrimination and the anti-harassment movement's progression, this research enhances the collective understanding and resolution of challenges facing individuals in various sectors. It emphasizes the importance of intersection lists, cultural change, and practical policy solutions in the ongoing fight for gender equality, offering a road-map for continued progress in this crucial area.},
        keywords = {Gender Discrimination, Anti-Harassment Movements, Workplace Inequality, Gender Pay Gap, #MeToo Movement, Sexual Harassment},
        month = {March},
        }