Επιπτώσεις της έμφυλης ανισότητας στην οικονομική ανάπτυξη της Ελλάδας
Creators: name: Linardatos, Konstantinos Ioannis
Publisher: name: Zenodo
Year: 2023
Subjects: Economic Growth
GDP Change
Gender Gap
Labor Market

description: Gender inequality continues to significantly challenge the scientific community as a pervasive issue within contemporary societies, predominantly shaped by prevailing dynamics of dominance and oppression. Despite its critical social implications, a notable gap persists in the literature concerning the extent and mechanisms through which this phenomenon impacts national economic growth. This research endeavors to bridge this gap by examining the interplay between gender inequality and economic activity within a capitalist framework, specifically focusing on Greece. This inquiry is situated within the Marxist feminist theoretical paradigm, which argues that both patriarchy and capitalism are fundamental drivers of gender inequality, intricately intertwined to reinforce the subjugation of women (Vogel, 2018). The study investigates the correlation between gender inequality and real GDP in Greece over the period from 2010 to 2021, exploring this relationship from a causative perspective. The methodology operationalizes this exploration through the development of an index designed to quantitatively assess the magnitude and intensity of women’s labor exploitation within the Greek labor market. A core hypothesis of this study posits an inverse relationship between GDP growth and the gender gap within the labor market, suggesting that economic advancements may correspond with reductions in gender disparities and, consequently, the oppression of women. This hypothesis is examined within a selected study period marked by economic turbulence, precipitating significant societal and structural changes in Greece, thus providing a unique analytical context.At the core of the quantitative approach is the development of a Gender Inequality Index. This index quantifies the extent and intensity of women’s labor exploitation in the Greek labor market through metrics such as wage disparities, labor participation rates, and employment patterns. The index is constructed using data collected from the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) and Eurostat, ensuring the reliability and relevance of the data. Econometric models are utilized to assess the causal relationship between the constructed index and real GDP growth over the period from 2010 to 2021. Specifically, time-series analysis techniques, including ARIMA models, are applied to forecast and analyze trends, providing a robust statistical foundation to test the study’s hypothesis. The findings are anticipated to significantly contribute to the existing academic discourse by affirming the initial hypothesis and elucidating the complex interactions between economic growth and gender equality. The results underscore the severe socio-economic impacts of gender disparities, lending empirical support to policy measures aimed at fostering gender equality as a cornerstone of sustainable economic development. In conclusion, this research not only reaffirms the interconnected nature of economic and gender inequalities but also lays the groundwork for future investigations into the dynamic interplay between economic policy and gender equity. The insights derived emphasize the necessity for targeted policy interventions that address the structural roots of gender inequality, ensuring that economic progress translates into equitable benefits for all genders.