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The central argument made by Bunch states that women rights are human rights. This reflects that females are humans and part of society so they must possess the same rights as that of males. Differentiating females due to their gender is wrong and against the ideology of human rights. Human rights mean creating equal opportunities for human development. I agree with Bunch’s claims that females cannot be considered different from other humans. I agree that “feminist redefine human right abuses to include the degradation and violation of woman” CITATION Cha901 \l 1033 (Bunch, 1990). Females have struggled for centuries to demand a better place. Several movements allowed them to change their status from conventional females. Bunch’s argument also states that women’s rights are not different from civil rights. This is because they must be free to choose anything including education, marriage or work. I accept that people who are resisting against women rights are actually against human rights. They don’t consider females as humans, which inclines them to believe that they are unequal.
Although the conditions of women improved in the modern age they are still facing discrimination in pays. I think that irrespective of all efforts made by females for demanding equal rights, they are unable to get the same recognition at the workplace. Most of the company including multinational firms are treating female employees differently from males. The prevalence of pay gap depicts that there is still a need for promoting the concept of women equality and rights. Such gaps have limited the opportunities for growth for females that is against the notion of civil rights. The concept of human rights states that everyone must have access to everything equally. I believe such attitudes of firms and business culture reflects the influence of the past.
When we consider the employment it reveals that the majority of the leadership positions are enjoyed by males. Very few females manage to reach to the executive levels. Similarly, females are also facing inequality due to discriminatory practices adopted by firms. At large organizations, males are provided more chances of growth compared to females. Women keep struggling at the same position that reflects the absence of equality and fairness. I think that the firms are providing more chances of growth to the males that represent the violation of women’s rights and human rights. I think that females must get the same chances for promotion. The pay gap also depicts females irrespective of their capabilities and potentialities are unable to reach to the executive levels. Another issue that need to be changed is the elimination of abuse against females. Even in the twenty-first century, they are victims of physical abuse that reflects a violation of women's rights. The justice system can take a more effective role by ensuring their safety.
Contemporary moral issues related to women rights include maintaining a balance between personal and professional lives. Although females are entering the workforce for improving their lifestyles and for attaining independence this affect their personal lives. They sometimes neglect their responsibility as a mother that is immoral. I think females must be free to work and make independent choices but they must be able to maintain work-life balance. I believe an appropriate solution for overcoming this moral issue is by working part-time. This will allow females to manage their work and responsibilities as a mother. If their work or professional duty is not affecting their children negatively they can continue to work. Rights do not mean that they have a right to neglect their other duties.
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I agree with the post of James White-White. The post explains that the conditions of women have improved today. The cultural revolution has helped them to attain better statuses. I agree that females are not entering every field and are representing every sector. The post mentions the role of Feminist transformation of human rights. When compared to the past, women today don't face socio-cultural constraints. They can choose to acquire an education and enter the workforce. There has been a significant rise in the number of female workforces. I agree that the conditions of women will improve further in future because they have become strong. Today it is not possible to stop them from accomplishing their professional or personal goals. They enjoy the freedom of choice and liberty. It is wrong to say that women today are still lacking equal rights. I also agree that making females part of society will strengthen the economy.
I like the post of Katharine R. Forcier because she provides a strong criticism on feminine rights. She agrees with Bunch's argument that female rights must be considered as human rights. I agree with the claims that this argument suggests that females must have access to the same rights as other humans. This reflects that there must be no difference between males or females. I also agree that the conditions of women improved since 1990. They managed to enter the workforce and are visible in every aspect of society. Although their situations are better but there is still the issue of unequal pay. I agree that this needs to be resolved. Work pay discrimination is still prevalent in society that needs to be changed. These discrimination limits equal opportunities for females. I believe that this is also against the ideology of women rights and empowerment.
Reference
BIBLIOGRAPHY Bunch, C. (1990). Women's Rights as Humans Rights: Toward a Re-vision of Human Rights. Human Rights Quarterly, 12 (4), 486-498.
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