Effects of gender discrimination among workplace

employees.

Saif siddiqui (20221-33011)

M.Ali Asghar(20211-30163)
 Introduction and objectives .

The introduction of this research proposal aims to provide a background and rationale for the proposed study. It starts by
stating the prevalence of gender discrimination in the workplace, which has been a persistent issue despite efforts made to
address it. The introduction then explains the importance of understanding the impact of gender discrimination on workplace
employees, who are the primary victims of such discrimination.

The objectives of this research proposal are to:

1. Identify the various types of gender discrimination that exist in the workplace.
2. Determine the demographic characteristics of employees who experience discrimination.
3. Analyze the impact of gender discrimination on employees' job satisfaction, productivity, and career growth.
4. Provide insight into the extent of gender discrimination in the workplace and make recommendations for promoting gender
equality and inclusivity at work.

These objectives are important because they will provide a comprehensive and empirical understanding of the impact of
gender discrimination on employees' wellbeing and careers. The research will also guide employers in implementing policies
and practices that promote gender equality and inclusivity at work, thereby creating a more positive and productive work
environment.
 Abstract

This research proposal aims to analyze the effects of gender discrimination on workplace employees. The objective of this study
is to identify the various types of gender discrimination that exist in the workplace, the demographic characteristics of
employees who experience discrimination, and the impact of discrimination on their job satisfaction, productivity, and career
growth. The research will be conducted through a survey distributed to a sample of employees working in various organizations.
Results obtained from this study will provide insight into the extent of gender discrimination in the workplace and guide
employers in developing strategies to promote gender equality and inclusivity at work.
 Hypothesis

The hypothesis of this research proposal is that gender discrimination in the workplace negatively affects employees'
job satisfaction, productivity, and career growth. More specifically, the following hypotheses are proposed:

1. There is a significant relationship between the type of gender discrimination experienced by employees and their
job satisfaction.
2. Employees who experience gender discrimination are less productive than those who do not.
3. Employees who experience gender discrimination are less likely to be promoted or receive career advancement
opportunities.
4. Demographic characteristics such as gender, age, ethnicity, and education level may influence the extent to which
employees experience gender discrimination in the workplace.

These hypotheses are based on previous research and literature that have established a link between discrimination
and negative workplace outcomes. The proposed study aims to provide empirical evidence to support these
hypotheses and deepen our understanding of the impact of gender discrimination on employees.

 Statistical data
analysis
1. Women are still underrepresented in leadership positions. As of 2021, women hold
only 7.4% of CEO positions on Fortune 500 companies. (Fortune)
2. . Women also face a pay gap in the workplace, where they earn $0.82 for every $1
earned by men. (National Committee on Pay Equity)
3. In 2020, 81% of women reported experiencing some form of sexual harassment in
the workplace. (Pew Research Center)
4. . Gender discrimination can lead to a decrease in job satisfaction and productivity
for women. (Fairwork Australia)
5. . Gender discrimination can also lead to a lack of diversity and inclusion in the
workplace, leading to a less innovative and creative work environment. (Forbes)
 Methodology

We will opt for cross-sectional study. This type of research design analyzes data either from a
population, or from a representative sample, at a specified point in time.
We will develop a questionnaire with close ended questions which will focus on equality at the
workplace.

Sampling: Random sampling method will be opted with 100-150 participants working at
diverse companies on entry or management level postions

research instrument: Questionnaires are a popular tool for gathering quantitative data on
workplace equality. They can be administered in paper or electronic form and are typically
designed to gather information on employees' perceptions of workplace equality, experiences of
discrimination, and attitudes towards diversity.

Process: After that we will collect the relevant data & analyse the data using appropriate
statistical and qualitative methods. This may involve using software such as SPSS or NVivo to
conduct statistical analyses or manually coding and analyzing qualitative data. Then Summarize
the findings and draw conclusions based on the analysis & develop recommendations
 Procedure

Questionnaire will be shared on email or on social media platforms (LinkedIn, Whatsapp

etc)
The approximate time to fill the Questionnaire will be 7-8 minutes where the anonymity
of the participant will be observed & maintained throughout the research.
Scales used:

1. The Workplace Discrimination Scale (WDS): This scale measures employees

experiences of discrimination in the workplace based on their race, gender, age, or other
personal characteristics.

2. The Diversity and Inclusion Scale (DIS): This scale measures employees' perceptions of
their workplace's diversity and inclusion practices, such as diversity training programs
and policies that support work-life balance.
 Demographic Information Sheet

Result 1

1. Age: __ 2. Gender: __
3. Marital Status: __ 4. Educational
Qualification: __ 5. Current Employment
Status: __ 6. Job Title: __ 7. Years of
Experience in Current Job: __ 8. Years of
Experience in the Industry: __ 9. Type of
Industry: __ 10. Size of the Company: __
 Questionnaire
1. In the past 12 months, have you experienced
any of the following forms of discrimination at

work? (Check all that apply)

-Racial discrimination
-Gender discrimination
-Age discrimination
-Discrimination based on sexual orientation
-Discrimination based on religious beliefs
-Discrimination based on disability status
3. Have you ever been passed over for a job or
promotion due to your race, gender, age, sexual
orientation, religion, or disability status? (Yes/No
)
4. On a scale of 1-5, how comfortable do you feel
reporting incidents of discrimination to your

supervisor or HR department?
2. On a scale of 1-5, how much do you agree
1-Very Unlikely
with the following statements about your
workplace? 2-Unlikely

3-Neutral
1-Strongly disagree
2-Disagree 4-Likely
3-neutral 5-Very Likely
4-Agree
5-Strongly Agreed
 There is a wide variety of resources that could
be used for this study. These resources include
academic journalists, online resources ,
participants, financial feasibility.

there are scholarly publications that contains original research

articles, reviews and work related to psychology. we can use website
such as American Psychological Association which can provide a
wealth of information about discrimination among employees.
Participants who answer the questionnaire should be the one who are
being the one facing the discrimination, or else the study will be open
to objection. Financial help will be required to pay for the expenses of
the questionnaire, and for the manual checking.
 summary
the study of gender discrimination among workplace employees is
significant to encourage equality and fairness. Laws could be introduced
inorder to protect discrimination, where individuals can take legal action
against those who treat them unfairly.

the study of gender discrimination among workplace employees has the potential
to impact the field of psychology by advancing psychological theories. this can
help psychologists better understand the psychological mechanism that
contribute to discrimination. This study can contribute to broader social justice
initiatives aimed at reducing discrimination.

overall. the study of gender discrimination among workplace employees

has the potential to advance our understanding of discrimination and
contribute to the development of poicies that promote equality.
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