The country of Australia has seen a steady rise
in education among women in the 21st century. With many groups and services
aimed at helping women complete their education and various grants and girls
scholarships targeted at achieving just that, men
are no longer the front runners of education. A 2015 analysis showed that among
people aged 20 to 24, 90.1% of women had completed a formal qualification
compared to 86% of men.
Consecutively,
in 2015, 40% of women had a bachelor’s degree compared to 30 % of men. Both
numbers have been steadily increasing since.
Australian
universities in 2016 had 58 % of domestic students as women. Women had a major
in health and medicine, financial and managerial positions, and cultural
studies.
Importance
of Women’s Education in the Modern Society
1. Improved Standard of Living:
Families with double wages have improved standards of living and lifestyles.
2. Reducing Crime Against Women: Educating
women can eliminate harassment and abuse against women and help voice such
issues swiftly to the governing bodies. Educated women usually stand up against
any injustice towards other women and are instrumental in reducing such crimes.
3. Increased Purchasing Power and Per Capita
Income of A Community: Educated women earn just as much as men,
which puts additional income into a society. The more the income, the more the
family's purchasing power, and they will spend more on goods and services. It
increases the per capita income of the community and increases the average
income of the country.
4. Independence:
Women no longer have to rely on their families or male counterparts to sustain
the needs of primary living conditions. Educated women work for a living,
making them self-reliant. It helps them live the independent life they deserve.
5. Improved Access to Healthcare:
Educated women have more knowledge about the various health benefits and
healthy practices. Hence, they take advantage of the services and help people
around them to do the same, thereby raising awareness. It helps improve the
overall health and longevity of women and families in general.
6. Advancement Of Gender Rights:
Educated women in society support the fight against gender discrimination and
promote gender equality. Educated women can act as role models for younger
girls and promote generational success. They will unite and take a stand
against patriarchy.
Ways
To Promote Education for Women:
· Seminars and classes on gender equality in the
form of workshops in colleges and schools can help address women's issues in
education.
· Scholarships and grants aimed at promoting
women’s education like girls scholarships can bring more girls into higher
education courses.
· Giving more visibility to groups and agencies
focusing on gender equality and gender discrimination will help their message
reach a wider audience.
Education
provides strength and courage for women to pursue their dreams, goals, and
ambitions. It can act as a weapon for women experiencing harassment and
discrimination and as a tool to voice such issues. With various advantages,
such as improved living conditions and economic growth, the country must
prioritize women's education. Women deserve the same quality of life as men do,
and the first step towards achieving that is giving them the same educational
resources and advantages as men.