Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This article explores the anthropological distinctions and interconnections between sex (biological attributes) and gender (sociocultural roles), emphasizing their fluidity across cultures and time. Through cross-cultural case studies, primate behavioral research, and contemporary debates, it critiques binary frameworks and highlights the societal implications of anthropological insights. The paper argues that a nuanced understanding of sex and gender is essential for fostering inclusivity, informing equitable policies, and advancing human rights. By integrating biological, cultural, and ideological perspectives, this work underscores anthropology's role in challenging norms and addressing systemic inequalities.
Source: Philosophy Journal
Author: Yiming Yun
Institution: Queen's University Belfast
Language: English
Topic: Gender and Feminist Studies
Subfield: Gender Studies
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Gender equality
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4409198095