Hey Im working on a Marginalization of Women Presentation for my High School Seminar can I have some input?

Question

Personally I think certain gender differences have to be accepted, there is no such thing as ABSOLUTE equality but I'm confined to certain specifications

1) What is Marginalization?
Marginalization is a post colonial term defined as “the overt or covert trends within societies whereby those perceived as lacking desirable traits tend to be excluded by wider society, ostracized as undesirable”. Marginalization causes individuals who have certain distinguishing features in society to live adversely due to unequal treatment. Marginalization puts in place the conditions which limit what an individual can achieve.

2) Marginalization of Women in the Workplace.
For women who strive to succeed, rising to the top can be a lonely journey. If they are assertive they are seen as not feminine. If they are kind, they are seen as incompetent and unable to step to the task. When in a leadership role, they have to fight off the stereotypes and preconceived notions about them.

To a certain extent, men are the predominant gender in the workplace holding positions of power, primarily as ‘executives’. It has been noted that there is a lack of female role models. With that in mind, males in positions of power in the workplace should take a more active role to ensure that the needs of females in leadership positions are being met and their concerns are being addressed.

3) How can women overcome marginalization in the workplace?

Joining professional communities and organizations where women can observe and learn from other women’s leadership styles brings them a step closer to equality in the workplace.There are many pitfalls women face in the business world. The best way to avoid these pitfalls is to approach a job with professionalism not as a woman

Answer 1

I have always felt that terms like this should be avoided....to suggest that women are marginalized is indeed to marginalize them...I work in a male orientated industry and have never felt marginalized....I believe that you see what you want, if you are talented enough then you get it...gender should never be discussed.

Answer 2

First define "marginalization", and then try never to use it ever again. Find a thesaurus and intersperse Your work with similar words. This will both help to bring home the point and keep Your audience from becoming complacent with what You have to say.