Gender Inequality in the System of Social and Labor Relations: Problems and Prospects for Overcoming

The purpose of the article is to study the problem of gender inequality in the system of social and labor relations, to determine the prospects for ensuring equal rights and opportunities in the labor market. A statistical analysis of the main indicators of gender inequality in the labor markets of Ukraine and other countries of the world has been carried out, it has been established that until now there is a stereotyped perception of the social role of a woman by society, which causes her high load of unpaid work and creates additional barriers in the system of social and labor relations. An algorithm for calculating the index of gender equality in the labor market using the method of taxonomic analysis has been proposed. The given approach involves the generalization of partial indicators of gender equality and provides the possibility for a consolidated assessment of the level of overcoming gender stereotypes in the system of social and labor relations. The results of the integrated assessment according to the proposed methodology can serve as a basis for operational monitoring and determination of priority directions for further work to prevent and overcome the consequences of gender discrimination. A generalized cause-and-effect model of gender inequality in the domestic system of social and labor relations has been built. A brief overview of state measures aimed at overcoming the gender gap and ensuring equal rights of all citizens on the way to personal and professional realization has been carried out. Methods of statistical analysis, comparison, methods of analysis and synthesis, graphic method were used to achieve the goal of the research. It has been established that Ukraine implements measures to overcome gender stereotypes in all spheres and at all levels of social relations, in particular, work is underway to strengthen the legal foundation of equal rights and opportunities for all citizens, regardless of their gender identity. Ensuring gender equality in all areas of social life, in particular, in social and labor relations, requires further development and implementation of measures to destroy stereotyped perceptions of the social roles of men and women, to overcome all manifestations of gender discrimination and stereotyping.