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Counselling People Who Face Traditional Gender Issues - alis
Explore these articles to discover important context, effective practices, and ways to collaborate with employers when counselling people who face traditional gender issues in their careers.
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Important Context for Counselling Clients Facing Traditional Gender Issues

Explore how traditional beliefs and expectations about the roles of women and men can create issues around life goals, occupational choices, and family responsibilities.
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Effective Practices for Counselling Clients Facing Traditional Gender Issues

Align your counselling approach with best practices relating to gender. Consider ways to avoid bias, help clients explore their beliefs, and offer specialized support to women.
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Employment Counselling for Clients Facing Traditional Gender Issues

Review a range of gender-related employment concerns, including equal pay, sexism, sexual harassment, work-life balance, and non-traditional occupations.
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Working With Employers to Recruit and Retain Workers in Non-Traditional Occupations

Support your clients who want non-traditional jobs by helping employers recognize the benefits of a gender-diverse workplace. Show them how to establish more equitable hiring and employment practices.