A patriarchal society consists of a male-dominated power structure. Patriarchy is a system of relationships, beliefs, and values embedded in political, social, and economic systems that structure gender inequality between men and women. Attributes seen as “feminine” or pertaining to women are undervalued. Men are granted the privilege while women are oppressed. It is a system rather than an individual identity because the system creates the privilege men are presented and at times the system is operated by different genders which enables the privilege. I do believe that in society it has to be such a norm prior to reading the two assigned readings I knew it was a thing but took it as a norm.

It has always been harder for women than for the male population. For some women of color, it is harder than for white women. The overall oppression of women is still the same outcome. I have been in the world of tech for the last 10 years and that is a male-dominated industry and I have had it ruff. I always had to prove my worth no matter what position I was in within the company. I have gotten snarky remarks, looks, and the bold statements of “you’re a woman you don’t know what you’re doing”. Learning about the different levels was an eye-opener and showed me how they all tie into one. I wonder if there will ever be a time there will be equality for all without differences.