Gender refers to the distinctions in roles, characteristics, attitudes, and behaviors that evolve within society. Gender roles can be categorized into productive, reproductive, and social functions.
Universities implement student access measurement tools to advance gender equality, analyzing enrollment data, program participation, and resource allocation. Such metrics are crucial for identifying disparities and driving policy changes to create equitable learning environments where students of all genders can access opportunities and succeed on an equal footing.
To gauge progress in gender equality, measures for women’s advancement encompass various aspects such as political representation, economic participation, access to education, and health services. These metrics are essential to ensure women’s empowerment and to track compliance with the Sustainable Development Goals for true gender parity.