Inequality In Guatemala
Rhode Island College
Gender Inequality in Guatemala
Final Exam
Meredith Robinson
In my final exam on the impacts of gender equality in Guatemala, I begin this paper with a case of writer’s block. Knowing that I must write about how the discrimination of women has impacted the economy on a political, social and economic level, I am somewhat at a loss as to how to begin to address the issue on the topic. Then I read a recent blog that a family member had written, titled “Let’s Stop Pathologizing Singleness”. It describes how society has scrutinized women for being single and the pressure women endure to be married. Now you might be wondering ‘what does this have to do with gender inequality in Guatemala?’ This article helped cure my writer’s …show more content…
Because it is located close to the equator, Guatemala primarily contains tropical climates which are mainly along the Pacific and Caribbean coasts as well as a tropical jungle which is in the northern part of the country. Although Spanish is considered the official language, Guatemala is known to have the most indigenous languages in Central America. The majority of Guatemalans speaking are known to be bilingual, based on their region, having knowledge of Quiche, Cakchiquel, Kekchi, Mam, Garifuna, and Xinca. This is due to the country’s strong ties to their Indian roots, with many Guatemalans having mixed Spanish and Mayan …show more content…
There are other measures to spread awareness of gender inequality in Guatemala which are already in place, as well as many organizations working to establish women’s rights. Since 2008 a UN-backed International Commission Against Impunity (CICIG) has been in the process of implementing more laws in Guatemala’s justice system. Statistics performed by the UN have shown an increase in more women attending school, which has shown an improvement in the effectiveness in NGOs promoting equality in Guatemala and eliminating the machista culture.
In conclusion to my essay, Guatemala, like many countries, still encounters many struggles of discrimination towards women and challenges with violence and economic growth. Although it is identified as a western country, it still holds on to many traditions that can only be changed if a culture and society chooses to do so. Once the country structures a norm and can create equality for both men and women, and are able to promote education in their economy, they have the potential of being an improved well developed country. When there is a country that is known more for its negative accomplishments rather than its positive ones, it can be somewhat difficult at times to see the success that has come from such a
Gender Inequality in Guatemala
Final Exam
Meredith Robinson
In my final exam on the impacts of gender equality in Guatemala, I begin this paper with a case of writer’s block. Knowing that I must write about how the discrimination of women has impacted the economy on a political, social and economic level, I am somewhat at a loss as to how to begin to address the issue on the topic. Then I read a recent blog that a family member had written, titled “Let’s Stop Pathologizing Singleness”. It describes how society has scrutinized women for being single and the pressure women endure to be married. Now you might be wondering ‘what does this have to do with gender inequality in Guatemala?’ This article helped cure my writer’s …show more content…
Because it is located close to the equator, Guatemala primarily contains tropical climates which are mainly along the Pacific and Caribbean coasts as well as a tropical jungle which is in the northern part of the country. Although Spanish is considered the official language, Guatemala is known to have the most indigenous languages in Central America. The majority of Guatemalans speaking are known to be bilingual, based on their region, having knowledge of Quiche, Cakchiquel, Kekchi, Mam, Garifuna, and Xinca. This is due to the country’s strong ties to their Indian roots, with many Guatemalans having mixed Spanish and Mayan …show more content…
There are other measures to spread awareness of gender inequality in Guatemala which are already in place, as well as many organizations working to establish women’s rights. Since 2008 a UN-backed International Commission Against Impunity (CICIG) has been in the process of implementing more laws in Guatemala’s justice system. Statistics performed by the UN have shown an increase in more women attending school, which has shown an improvement in the effectiveness in NGOs promoting equality in Guatemala and eliminating the machista culture.
In conclusion to my essay, Guatemala, like many countries, still encounters many struggles of discrimination towards women and challenges with violence and economic growth. Although it is identified as a western country, it still holds on to many traditions that can only be changed if a culture and society chooses to do so. Once the country structures a norm and can create equality for both men and women, and are able to promote education in their economy, they have the potential of being an improved well developed country. When there is a country that is known more for its negative accomplishments rather than its positive ones, it can be somewhat difficult at times to see the success that has come from such a