Women's Roles in the Workforce

Definition

This refers to the various jobs and responsibilities that women have held in different periods of history, often influenced by societal norms, legal restrictions, and economic needs.

Analogy

Think of women's roles in the workforce as a character in a video game. As you progress through different levels (or historical periods), the character gains new abilities (rights) and faces new challenges (barriers).

Related terms

Suffrage Movement: The campaign for women's right to vote. In our video game analogy, this would be like unlocking a major achievement or power-up.

Glass Ceiling: An invisible barrier preventing certain groups from rising beyond a certain level in hierarchy. It’s like an invisible wall blocking your character from progressing further in the game.

Equal Pay Act: A law aimed at abolishing wage disparity based on sex. This is akin to ensuring fair distribution of rewards or points within the game regardless of your character type.