Age and Gender Structures

Age and gender structures refer to the ways in which society organizes and categorizes individuals based on their age and gender. This affects social roles, expectations, and opportunities. For instance, certain jobs may be viewed as more suitable for specific genders, while access to resources or responsibilities can vary greatly across different age groups. Understanding these structures helps us recognize how they influence interactions, shape identities, and impact life chances within a community, ultimately revealing patterns of inequality and diversity in social experiences.