Sociology of Gender Notes Review

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to the Sociology of Gender, highlighting essential ideas from the lecture notes.

Essentialism

The belief that women & men are ‘naturally’ different, often used to justify social inequality.

Gender as Social Status

Gender is considered an achieved status, while sex at birth is an ascribed status.

Intersectionality

A framework that examines how various social identities (like race, gender, age, etc.) interact with one another to produce unique experiences of oppression and privilege.

Matrix of Domination

A concept by Patricia Hill Collins that outlines how various aspects of identity and social position intersect to produce different levels of power and privilege within society.

Social Inequality

A condition in which members of society have unequal access to resources, services, and opportunities.

Social location

The intersection of various identities that shape an individual's place in society, impacting privilege and marginalization.

Relationality

The idea that identities and social positions are defined in relation to one another and that no identity exists in isolation.

Disciplinary Power

Formal and informal mechanisms used by institutions to enforce norms and control behavior in society.

Xenophobia

Fear or prejudice against people from other countries or cultures.

Cisgenderism

The belief that cisgender identities and experiences are the default, leading to discrimination against transgender and non-binary individuals.

Neurodivergence

Variations in the human brain regarding sociability, learning, attention, mood, and other mental functions.

Social Justice

The pursuit of a fair and equitable society, where all individuals have equal rights and opportunities.