Gender and Environmental Challenges

This lecture explores the historical context of anthropocentrism and human exceptionalism, discussing the influence of Western thought on environmental issues. It delves into the dominant social paradigm, system justification, and the impact of gender on pro-environmental behaviors. The presentation highlights the robust effect of gender on environmental attitudes, beliefs, intentions, and behaviors, emphasizing the significant role of gender in sustainability efforts. Various studies are examined to understand the gender differences in environmentalism and the implications of the green-feminine stereotype on sustainable consumption. The lecture concludes by discussing the importance of addressing gender dynamics in environmental discourse and the need for inclusive approaches to tackle ecological challenges.