patriarchyA social system dominated by men
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A society or system of government in which men hold the power and women are largely excluded from it.
genderSocially constructed roles associated with males and females
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The state of being male or female (typically used with reference to social and cultural differences rather than biological ones).
feminismBelief in social, economic, and political equality of sexes
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A movement that advocates for the rights and equality of women.
equalityEnsuring people have the same rights and opportunities
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The state or quality of being equal; correspondence in quantity, degree, value, rank, or ability.
discriminationUnfair treatment of different categories of people
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The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.
oppressionProfound and prolonged injustice or cruelty
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The state of being subject to unjust treatment or control.