Generation Z's Perception of Gender Equality in the Digital Age
Keywords:
Generation Z, Gender Equality , Digital Era, Social Media, Youth PerceptionsAbstract
This study aims to analyze Generation Z's perceptions of gender equality in the digital era. Using a qualitative approach with a case study method, this research explores how the digitalization of information and social media shapes young people's understanding and attitudes toward equal roles between men and women. The results indicate that Generation Z possesses highly developed, inclusive, and progressive cognitive understanding and affective sensitivity, interpreting gender as a social construct. This pro-equality movement is even supported by male informants who vocally reject toxic masculinity. However, a sociological behavioral gap was found; informants are highly progressive online but tend to be conformist and passive in the real world to maintain harmonious friendships and avoid family resistance. Furthermore, the expansion of gender equity values is hampered by structural challenges in the form of digital patriarchy and social media algorithm bias that create echo chambers. This study concludes that although Generation Z possesses high gender awareness, successfully realizing an equal order requires strengthening critical digital literacy and safe cyberspace regulations
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