Negros Occidental High School

Research Fair 2023

BLEEDING PINK:
WOMEN IN
MEN-DOMINATED FIELDS
Grade 11 STEM - HOPE
PROPONENTS:
Amolo, Chiva Marie Dela Torre, Shanna Dale R. Jimenez, Kennah
G. Labiga, Kith T. Melliza, Trexie Faith C.
Sun, Aliyah Wayne A.
PRACTICAL RESEARCH 1 TEACHER:
Ms. Janice G. David
BACKGRO • Compared to men, women are significantly underrepresented
UND OF in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)
THE areas (Kwak and Ramirez, 2019).
STUDY

• To gain a deeper understanding of their experiences,

challenges, and opportunities within these environments, PURPOSE
aiming to contribute to the broader conversation on gender OF THE
equality, foster positive change, and empower women to thrive
professionally and personally in traditionally male-dominated
STUDY
industries.
 It has been percieved that women encountered various
challenges in male-dominated fields, including gender
RATIONAL discrimination, disparities in oppurtunities for progress, and
E underrepresentation.
 This study aims to explore the lives of women in the fields
that are traditionally male dominated.

Specifically, it sought to answer the following questions:

RESEARCH 1. What are the experiences of women in the men-dominated

QUESTION field?
S
2. What are the challenges of women in the men-dominated
field?

3. What are the coping mechanisms of women in the men-

dominated field with the experience?
SCOPE OF THE STUDY
Participants: The researchers limited the study to four (4) female professionals,
one (1) in the police and three (3) in engineering industries.

Sampling Technique: Purposive Sampling

Research Design: Phenomenological Approach

Data Gathering Analysis: Clarke and Braun Thematic Analysis

Locale: The study was conducted within Bacolod City, Negros Occidental,
Philippines only.
RESEARCH INSTRUMENT

The researchers developed open-ended questions which

included basic information, their experiences, challenges, coping
mechanisms and how do they assess themselves as a woman in men
dominated field.
 Look for potential
participants that fits the
criteria
Ask for consent to be
participated in the study

Schedule the Interview

Transcribe the responses

Re-evaluate the interview

DATA
GATHERING Conduct the Interview in
a semi- structured manner
PROCEDURE
 RESULTS/
FINDINGS
• Experiences/ Challenges

• Gender bias is evidently seen in the workplace especially

with the differences in physical capabilities between men
and women.
• Women encounter difficulties in establishing relationships
within male-dominated social activities.
• Balancing time becomes a challenge for women when it
comes to both work and family responsibilities.
 RESULTS/
FINDINGS
Coping Mechanisms
• The passion and love that women have for their job empower them to overcome
the obstacles that comes along with it.
• The foundation of women's perseverance in their workplace lies in their resilience
and acceptance.

Insights
• The challenges that are faced by women brought a diverse and advantageous
qualities in personal and professional pursuits, enabling them to navigate
obstacles, take risks, and push beyond limitations.
Gender bias is evidently seen in
the workplace especially with the
differences in physical
capabilities between men and
women.
Balancing time becomes a
challenge for women when it
comes to both work and family
responsibilities.
The passion and love that
women have for their job
empower them to overcome the
obstacles that comes along with
it.

Despite the dominance of men in

certain fields, women display
Women encounter difficulties in
establishing relationships within unwavering strength, capacity,
male-dominated social activities. and versatility, fueled by their
love and passion for what they do.
The foundation of women's
perseverance in their workplace
lies in their resilience and
acceptance.

The challenges that are faced by

Schematic Diagram
women brought a diverse and
advantageous qualities in personal
and professional pursuits, enabling
them to navigate obstacles, take
risks, and push beyond limitations.
 CONCLUSI ON
The following are the conclusions based on the findings of the study:

On the Statement of the Problem (SOP) 1, working in man's work is not easy. Women have a very tough time building
relationships and partnerships in industries where men prevail.

On the Statement of the Problem (SOP) 2, It is evident that women face various struggles in the men-dominated field
including limited prospects for promotion and leadership roles, as well as gender bias and discrimination.

On the Statement of the problem (SOP) 3, It was clear, how love and enthusiasm inspire women working in male-
dominated fields to work harder as a way to cope with the difficulty that comes along with it. Their passion is a result of
their intense commitment to their work or place of employment, as well as their personal investment in and motivation by
its mission.

On the Statement of the problem (SOP) 4, women in men dominated fields experience certain obstacles in the
workplace. Work becomes more than just a career; it becomes a passion that women wholeheartedly embrace.
R E C O M M E N D AT I O N

Department of Labor and

For Women For Students
Employment

For Future Researchers

Negros Occidental High School
Research Fair 2023

THANK YOU !