... to specific behaviours toward members of a group that are unfair in comparison with behaviour towards members of another group (Hopkins 1996). 3. SEXISM Sexism refers to prejudice and discrimination against a person because of their gender (Deaux, Dane & Wrightsman (1993). Sexism incorporates attitudes and actions that treat one group as subordinate to the other. In general sexism is more prominent by males with prejudices towards women. In the past there has been a widespread belief that men are more competent and independent than women, whilst women are often seen as warmer and more expressive compared to men. Certain occupations often become labelled as 'women's work' and as a result are valued less. Secretaries, nurses and childcare workers are all examples of female dominated occupations. Women are underrepresented in nearly all professional and prestige occupations. Once employed women also face many obstacles for promotion. Many women also face work environments that ...

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