Law and Legislation: Women Communication Challenges in Masculine Professions
Disciplines
Communication
Abstract (300 words maximum)
This qualitative study discusses the experiences of women employed within the masculine professions of law and law enforcement. Women within these male-dominated professions find themselves facing communication challenges between themselves and their coworkers due to the masculine nature of their careers. The workplace culture and environment are heavily ingrained with masculine ideals and values, such as assertiveness and physical strength. In order to examine and record the work experiences of women in these fields, this study relies on in-depth qualitative data from interviews, surveys, and prior scholarly journals on related subjects. In addition to questions regarding experiences, this study delves into mentorship and advice between women employed in these fields and how they navigate and assimilate into the workplace based on communication methods.
Academic department under which the project should be listed
RCHSS - Communication & Media
Primary Investigator (PI) Name
Robin Mathis
Law and Legislation: Women Communication Challenges in Masculine Professions
This qualitative study discusses the experiences of women employed within the masculine professions of law and law enforcement. Women within these male-dominated professions find themselves facing communication challenges between themselves and their coworkers due to the masculine nature of their careers. The workplace culture and environment are heavily ingrained with masculine ideals and values, such as assertiveness and physical strength. In order to examine and record the work experiences of women in these fields, this study relies on in-depth qualitative data from interviews, surveys, and prior scholarly journals on related subjects. In addition to questions regarding experiences, this study delves into mentorship and advice between women employed in these fields and how they navigate and assimilate into the workplace based on communication methods.