Opinions on gender discriminiation in society South Korea 2024

According to a survey on gender discrimination conducted in South Korea in February 2024, more than half of the respondents indicated that discrimination against women at work is serious. The survey found that the gender gap in the workplace was the highest.

Gender discrimination in South Korea

South Korea has been making efforts to make a gender-equal society after a long history of male-oriented society. However, gender discrimination still remains, especially for women. A survey found that women experienced gender discrimination double more than men did. The nature of this discrimination is complex and structural since it is fueled by multiple sources at a societal level. For example, the situational experience of gender discrimination in South Korea reveals that many such experiences are faced at work or in a family setting. 

Outlook of gender inequality

According to a survey, only a minority of respondents are optimistic that gender inequality will improve soon. However, some hopeful trends indicate improvement in gender equality and women’s rights. A good example is that the number of married women who have left the workforce for parenting and housework has been dropping. Also, as younger generations get equal opportunities for education and social advancement, it is expected that gender inequality will gradually decrease.