Sociology

In times of the economic instability social movements become more common in countries all over the world. Socioeconomic inequality, controversial political decisions, and other issues are the usual reasons of social movements, a phenomenon that demonstrates the power of global society. Social movements are very important, because they can change a lot and make a positive difference.

Today the term "ethical issue" in business is used to determine not only some regulations, but many more actions. The senior managers consider it as important part for the business success. The ethical issue in the business environment can occur when a person or organization has to make the decision that is ethical or not. In case of the Aker Accounting Company, there was an ethical issue that was raised among workers.

The description of gender equality has received many definitions and has been equally misunderstood. It is during the 50th anniversary of Belly Friedan’s The Feminine Mystique bestseller book that the issue of gender equality has been revisited.

Nowadays society dictates certain standards and beliefs that people have to follow either consciously or not. Our thoughts, attitudes are constantly shaped and controlled via media and other sources of information available in modern world.

Division of labor is a central part of any family that seeks to be “successful”. Chores in a household have to be shared between members of the household, regardless of their marital status.