A Sociological Assessment on Gender Equality From A Male’s Perspective

Abstract

Research on gender is increasingly significant. Both foreign and domestic researches reveal that there is a multifaceted relationship between gender equality and social development. Gender equality impacts both micro- and macro-level factors, including the increase in the education system and the level of social and economic development. It is obvious that there are some precautions taken for gender equality in the social and economic development plans of countries. In this respect, it is necessary to carry out studies on the subject. From this point of view, it is aimed to reveal gender equality from a male perspective in this paper. Within the scope of the research designed with the qualitative research method, in-depth interviews were conducted with 21 men and the obtained data were analyzed with the computer program Maxqda. The study was carried out in Şişli district of Istanbul. When the findings of the research are evaluated, it has been determined that there is an awareness of gender and a positive approach towards gender equality in Şişli, the most developed district of Istanbul. However, despite this, the study concludes that the education level of the individual and his hometown are quite determinative on the perception of gender equality. It has been determined that men who are elementary and high school graduates and whose hometown is located in Southeastern Anatolia and the Black Sea region adopt traditional role patterns more.