Since the beginning of time men were always thought to be the ones out hunting while the women stayed at home. Millennia later, the hunt is still on, however, women are also holding the spear.
This is particularly true in Anwar Alexandru Khisaf's family, wherein his mother and father both work as civil engineers. Anwar, a 20-year-old British-Iraqi national, was taught that women should always have the same rights as men and play a big role in society.
He said: "There is no difference between the two sexes. Many women, such as my grandmother who was a farmer, have done jobs just as well as men."
Anwar, a university student, added that even though people are considering equality, stereotypes such as "men are better leaders" still exist.
He said: "I do believe that on average there are some jobs that are better suited for a specific gender biologically, but it does not necessarily mean that it should only be for them."
Anwar believes that the world is moving towards equality but will need a few more generations to achieve it.
Sabih Khisaf, Anwar's father, also feels that the younger generation is more open towards gender-equality.
He said: "I believe in equality and promote it, but I know that my son is definitely more accepting of it."
Sabih, a 54-year-old Dubai resident, added that the UAE is a good example for gender equality as he has seen many women in top positions.
He said: "My wife and I work in the same company and we have the same rights and are treated equally."
