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# Statistics as reinforcers of Gender Roles

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Introduction
Statistics are considered neutral and objective, but in practice they often serve as unconscious reinforcers of gender roles.
In society, there is a noticeable division in the perception of violence and victim roles based on gender.

Women
As soon as statistics show women as victims of violence or other risks, the public reacts significantly more sensitively:

The situation is assessed as serious and dangerous, and urgent need for action is recognized.

There is intensive and vocal discussion about necessary measures:
societal attention is gained,
the implementation of aid and protective measures is introduced,
solidarity is offered,
it is often emphasized that “something must be done,”
demands for change and political actions are made.

Men
However, when statistics show that predominantly men are victims of violence or specific risks, this is often understood as a sign of social circumstances or as an individual matter, which is perceived as rather neutral or not immediately threatening.

The prevailing opinion is that such situations are everyday and not particularly exceptional, without urgent need for action.

Male victims often receive little attention, and their problems are barely addressed.

Conclusion
The impression arises that violence or inequality against women is not only of an individual nature but systemic, and urgent action is needed.

This differing perception reflects deeply rooted gender roles in society, which are reinforced by statistics:

Women are seen as particularly vulnerable, while men are more associated with independence and resilience, even if they themselves are victims of violence or social problems.

This imbalance in perception shows that statistics, despite their claim to neutrality, are rarely considered independently of gender roles and societal notions.
Women are culturally regarded as more vulnerable, while men are seen as more resilient, even when they themselves are victims of violence or other problems.

This distortion influences which measures are taken and how social problems are acknowledged.

To achieve true equality and targeted support for all, it is therefore necessary to critically question such role models and the resulting shifts in perception.

> Women appear as vulnerable, while men are seen as strong and resilient.

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