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This study attempted to examine how women adapt and cope in the TPDF which is the male dominated career. Despite women gradual increase in number in the organization, there was a question of how these women survive in such a perceived muscular career. The study was guided by the following objectives; to ascertain situation of women soldiers, to analyze limitations to women personnel and to determine the extent of women survival in the TPDF through cognitive personal variables.
The study employed a descriptive case study design through a qualitative approach. Data were collected through interviews, group focused discussions and documentary reviews whereby thirty (30) respondents were involved. However, the respondents were selected using purposive and convenient sampling technique and data were analyzed using thematic analysis.
Findings from the study revealed that, the general situation was found to be fair to both women and men in the organization, because laws and regulations are gender neutral which accommodates all in organizational routines as well as operational activities. The study findings further found that, social cultural perspectives, gender roles stereotypes, glass ceiling effects and glass front door effects were found the main limitations to women survival in the TPDF. The study findings also indicated that, women’s competence, self-esteem and self-efficacy are core criteria towards their survival in not only the TPDF but also in any male dominated career.
The study concludes that, that there is no more longer any good reason for women to lag behind men instead believe in themselves, avoid unnecessary excuses and perform tasks responsibly for their survival and prosperity.
It is therefore recommended that, aspects such as development and practical implementation of visible and effective gender policies, laws and regulations as well as women’s ability to recognize their value and status, can all help to lessen male-domination mentalities and ultimately provide a proper avenue for females to work and develop in any career including the so perceived male dominated careers. |
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