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Gender equality from the perspective of Minahasa ethnicity and Christian religious education

Djoys A. Rantung
HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies | Vol 80, No 1 | a10021 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.4102/hts.v80i1.10021 | © 2024 Djoys A. Rantung | This work is licensed under CC Attribution 4.0
Submitted: 05 July 2024 | Published: 30 September 2024

About the author(s)

Djoys A. Rantung, Post Graduated Department, Faculty of Christian Religious Studies, Universitas Kristen Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia

Abstract

Gender equality continues to be a topic of ongoing public concern, with various alternatives proposed to achieve the ideal gender equality. Despite the utilisation of various references, the desired outcomes have yet to be realised. Local traditions in Minahasa and Christian religious education (CRE) in Indonesia offer constructive alternatives for gender equality efforts. While the political, religious and social spheres have not strongly supported gender equality, Minahasan culture and philosophy have long advocated for gender equality. Using a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis, this study draws references from various books and articles to construct the idea of gender equality from the local context of Minahasa. In conclusion, the historical origins of Minahasa, traditions of leadership such as tonaas and walian, as well as the philosophy of equality in life and CRE, contribute to the values of gender equality.

Contribution: This research presents the idea of gender equality drawn from the local values of Minahasa and CRE in Indonesia. Thus, the cultural-educational perspective can significantly impact social life and help combat gender discrimination.


Keywords

women; gender equality; Minahasa; Christian religious education; Indonesia

Sustainable Development Goal

Goal 5: Gender equality

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