Persepsi Mahasiswa Ilmu Komunikasi terhadap Kesetaraan Gender

Abstract

This study aims to describe the Perceptions of Communication Science Students in Gender Equality. The
term gender refers to social, cultural and biological meanings. The gender perspective leads to a view
or understanding of the role of women separated by nature and gender roles that are determined socially
and culturally. Gender differences will become a problem if they result in unequal treatment in society
and injustice in rights and opportunities for both men and women. The research method employed in this
study was phenomenology, involving direct interviews with a sample of 5 communication science students
from Surabaya State University. These interviews encompassed questions related to their perceptions
regarding:1) the concept of gender equality, 2) actions that can be taken to promote gender equality
within the academic environment, 3) the possibility of inclusivity of all genders in all aspects, and
4) ideas for normalizing gender equality. The gathered data were thematic data. The research findings
indicated that the majority of communication science students possessed a fundamental
understanding of gender equality, but there remained variations in their perceptions of this issue. Factors
such as education, personal experiences, and media influences played a role in shaping their viewpoints.
Based on the research, the students expressed a desire to actualize gender equality through actions they
would take to promote it and eliminate the patriarchal culture that still persists in someone's outlook or
perception. Communication science students felt that they played a crucial role in advancing and
continually driving gender equality forward. They regarded themselves as individuals who would bring
about change that could influence others' perspectives and attitudes toward this issue.