How Life Would Look Like if Gender Equality Was Real

Gender equality is a hot topic in most Western societies, but have you ever imagined what a truly equal world would look like? Some see it as the ultimate social experiment, while others argue it’s an impossible dream. But what if it is achievable? Let’s explore the incredible benefits it could bring to society and why striving for gender equality is a goal worth pursuing. We think you may find that it is!

Paid Paternity Leave

In a world with absolute gender equality, paid parental leave would extend to all genders. The stigma behind men teaching children would also vanish. Dads would become just as vital and apparent in a child’s life as a child’s mother, cooking delicious meals for their kids, choosing their outfits in the morning, and so forth. Men who genuinely want to spend time with their kids would find this to be a major perk.

Women In Male-Dominated Fields

Technically, no laws prohibit women from having male-dominated jobs like construction or software engineering. However, many women who want these jobs eventually quit or walk away as a result of the sexist, toxic behaviors displayed by male coworkers. In an equal world, this wouldn’t happen, and you’d likely see more women in male jobs.

Men In Female-Dominated Fields

That equality would go both ways. Men could enjoy roles that often get them mocked or derided, such as roles in ballet, OB-GYN doctors, or preschool teachers. They would also get the same pay as their female counterparts. So, opportunities for men would be able to expand as well, eliminating the stigmas often associated with these job positions.

Stay-At-Home Dads

Women often wish they could go to work and leave their kids alone with their dads. The truth is that many men fantasize about this life, too. The stigma surrounding stay-at-home dads prevents many couples from trying this out. An egalitarian world would allow men to choose to stay at home if they wanted to, spending tons of time with their kids and taking care of the house.

LGBTQIA Acceptance

Gender equality is also linked to LGBTQIA+ rights. While a lot of progress has gone on for the community, the truth is that many people still stigmatize them due to traditional gender roles. Relationships would become more egalitarian, and people would not care who you fall in love with in a truly equal society. Hate crimes based on who you love wouldn’t exist.

Makeup For All!

Men often wish they could use a little coverup before a hot date. They also tend to wish they could do other self-care practices without worry, such as getting manicures or pedicures. An equal society would give men the opportunity to experiment with makeup. It also would give women the opportunity to “go plain” without the stigma attached to it.

Caring For Men

Have you ever noticed how much society tends to emphasize that “boys don’t cry?” This toxic belief makes it hard for men to express feelings and invalidates them. An egalitarian society would tell men that it’s okay to cry and make it easier for them to get the help they need when they need it by allowing them to show their emotions without shame and easily ask for support.

Less Domestic Violence

This is an interesting thing to note about gender parity: studies note that gender inequality contributes to higher domestic violence rates. A society with better gender equality would have fewer domestic assaults, fewer femicides, and fewer families pulled apart by abuse. Domestic violence would be less condoned and less excused as a result of gender parity.

More Men’s Shelters

Did you know that there are far fewer domestic violence shelters and services for men in the United States compared to the ones for women? An equal society would have gender equality when it comes to domestic violence services and shelters, too. Men who are being psychologically or physically abused by a partner would be able to find the resources they need without ridicule.

Believe Them

Speaking of domestic violence, let’s talk about sexual assault. It’s no secret that gender disparity tends to be a reason why sexual assault victims aren’t believed. Sexism is a major reason why police don’t believe victims or don’t investigate them. This equality would make investigators believe male and female victims without any form of discrimination.

Wedding Proposals

Have you ever noticed how often wedding proposals get scrutinized by people? When a woman proposes, she’s often viewed as desperate and petty. However, this doesn’t have to be the case. Men may feel flattered and honored if the woman they love decides to propose. An equal society would get rid of that stigma and allow men to be the ones to be proposed to if they so choose.

Better Household Incomes

Here is something else to note about gender equality: Countries with better equality are linked to better household incomes and upward mobility. Whether it’s because of the opportunities that become available or the ability of women to save the day doesn’t matter. The end result is a happier world, so we should all make an effort to achieve this result.

No Financial Disparity

Gender equality also means that women and men can finally make the same amount of money. This may lead to all sorts of changes in our society. For instance, will men still be expected to propose a nice restaurant or café where to meet for a first date? And will they still be expected to pay for the woman? We could spend hours fantasizing about how the world would change!

No Sexual Shaming

In an ideal world, neither men nor women would be shamed for their sexual life. Men would be able to marry their high-school sweethearts without their friends making fun of them for their lack of experience, while women would be able to explore their sexuality freely without fear of judgment. This may help everyone live the life they want to live without fear of judgment.

Equal Representation

One of the main problems women face nowadays is their lack of political representation. Even though strong women politicians are now leading some of the richest and most influential EU countries, the same cannot be said about the USA. We still haven’t seen a woman president, meaning that most of the decisions taken by our government come from a men’s perspective.