Sensitization drive on Gender Stereotypes that pervades our life

Ambience Public School, Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi sensitized the senior students towards Gender Stereotypes that pervade in our life and society.

The activity was a part of collaborative project with University Senior High School, Los Angeles, USA. The aim was to create a learning experience for students through various pedagogical practices.  While doing this the students explored the causes of gender discrimination and stereotypes that exist in our lives and thereafter reflected on the need for gender sensitization, finally leading way to gender equality for a better future.

The students put forth their findings on the issue, through the power point presentations. The session educated the other students on the various aspects of gender disparity, gender constructs, leading to Gender Stereotypes and gender scripts resulting in discrimination and prejudice. The Vice Principal and Project Coordinator Mrs. Anuradha Rai in her interaction with the students said that such discrimination is responsible for many ills in our society. In her interaction with the students, the Principal Mrs. Jeanie Aibara cautioned them of vicious circle of Gender prejudices and biases that pass over from one generation to another and harms it does to the society.

The project helped the students to not only identify the different stereotypes and discriminations associated with men and women but also analyzed the causes. They also justified the importance of affording equal opportunities and treatment to all. The students emphasized on the need to create awareness towards changing behaviour and instilling empathy for creating a pluralistic and integrated society. The presentation concluded with an interactive session, where the students shared their personal experiences on gender issues.  The project was coordinated by Mrs. Sangita Chadha and Mrs. Richa Sharma.