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Gender Stereotypes in Different Sociocultural Contexts: A Comparative Analysis between Metropolitan, Urban, and Semi-Urban Areas

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No. 24 (2025): Diciembre
https://doi.org/10.5354/2735-7473.2025.82622
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Abstract

The study examines how gender stereotypes are manifested among basic-school students in metropolitan, urban, and semi-urban contexts. Through narrative and association-based exercises, patterns were identified that reveal a coexistence between progress toward gender equity and the persistence of traditional norms. Although boys and girls assign similar tasks and actions to both genders in public settings, traditional representations remain in the emotional realm (women as sensitive) and the physical realm (men as strong). Within the family sphere, caregiving roles continue to be associated with women, while men are viewed as providers. In the professional domain, gender-based divisions persist: women are linked to caregiving professions, while men are associated with leadership and technology-related roles. Despite emerging signs of change in the perception of appearance and certain attributes, gender stereotypes remain deeply rooted. Promoting more inclusive environments is essential to transforming these social imaginaries.

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Gender , Stereotypes , Femininity , Masculinity , Context

Author Biography

Mayra Margarito Gaspar , Universidad de Guadalajara

Doctora en Educación y profesora e investigadora de la Universidad de Guadalajara.

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Margarito Gaspar , M. (2025). Gender Stereotypes in Different Sociocultural Contexts: A Comparative Analysis between Metropolitan, Urban, and Semi-Urban Areas. Revista Punto Género, (24), pp. 344–372. https://doi.org/10.5354/2735-7473.2025.82622
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