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Gender inequality refers to the unequal treatment or opportunities that individuals experience based on their gender. In modern times, gender inequality persists and affects many aspects of life, particularly in occupations. Even with growth, inequality still is present, restricting the potential and well being of individuals across genders. I’ll be looking at the topic of gender inequality in the workplace and in society currently. While some changes have been made, significant areas remain in terms of representation, pay, and better career opportunities. For instance, Certain fields continue to be heavily dominated by one gender. For example, women are underrepresented in STEM fields, limiting their access to well-paying and high-demand careers.  Even with  the principle of equal pay for equal work, a constant wage gap exists between men and women. On average, women tend to earn less than their male co-workers for performing the same job. Although women have increased in taking part in the workforce, the workplace remains separated by gender. About half of  women work in lower paying office jobs, while men work in a much larger range of jobs, which includes higher paying jobs. Here are some examples of gender inequality: Unequal pay: Women often earn less than men for the same work. This is known as the gender pay gap. Lack of representation in leadership roles: Women are often underrepresented in leadership positions in business, politics, and other fields. Limited access to education: In some parts of the world, girls are less likely than boys to have access to education. Gender-based violence: Women are more likely than men to experience violence, harassment, and abuse. Discrimination in the workplace: Women may face discrimination in hiring, promotions, and opportunities for career advancement. These are just a few examples of gender inequality. Addressing gender inequality requires a concerted effort from individuals, organizations, and governments to promote policies and practices that promote gender equality and eliminate discrimination.

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The Law of Attraction is a philosophy suggesting that positive thoughts bring positive results into a person’s life, while negative thoughts bring negative outcomes. It is a concept of captivating an individual minds and it seeks out personal growth and manifestation. It is said that our thoughts and emotions have the ability to align with our desires whether that may be meeting better people or having a happier lifestyle. This aims to establish the philosophy of Law of Attraction composes of positive thinking skills towards happiness and gratitude. This common practice originated back in ancient philosophies and has been popularized in the modern times. You may wonder how it works. Well, essentially, the energy in your thoughts manifests positive outcomes and vice versa. The visuality of Law of Attraction may cause controversy amongst many individuals and may stir up chaos but it is important to approach the Law of Attraction with an open mind as its effectiveness may vary from person to person. According to Elizabeth Scott, PhD. “Let the Law of Attraction Help You with Positive Change.” Verywell Mind, Verywell Mind, 7 Nov. 2022, www.verywellmind.com/understanding-and-using-the-law-of-attraction-3144808., she states ” While people sometimes mistakenly believe that simply thinking positively about your career aspirations will manifest positive changes, the key is to use your long-term goals to make specific, concrete changes in the present that will help you take steps toward your goals and by focusing on attaining a new reality, and by believing it is possible, we tend to take more risks, notice more opportunities, and open ourselves up to new possibilities. Conversely, when we don’t believe that something is in the realm of possibilities for us, we tend to let opportunities pass by unnoticed.” Leading us onto, how effective this is and why is it such a strong mechanism in today’s society.

In the land of the United States of America lies a rich and vibrant life full of opportunities and joy. “Freedom, liberty, and justice for all” has become a mantra representing the values of the U.S.A. However, over the country looms a shadow of darkness: gun violence. It’s become an epidemic that has had an everlasting imprint on American society ever since the passing of the 2nd Amendment. Guns have always been closely linked with America as they were first introduced into the country during America’s birth. The first guns in America were brought on ships in the 15th century by the Spanish colonists who first discovered the country. Since their introduction, guns have been attributed to major acts of violence and used in historical events such as the American Revolution and Civil War. Fast forward today and guns are still contributing to death and terror across the entire country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were reportedly 38,390 deaths by firearm in the year 2018. These rising issues surrounding gun violence spark debate and argument throughout the entirety of the nation. Big cities face problems with gun violence because of the country’s rising rates of gun-related deaths and injuries. In particular, New York City has seen a rise in gun violence since 2019. According to Murders in New York City, 1950-2020 – Criminaljustice.Cityofnewyork.Us in New York City there was a 97% increase in shooting incidents in the year 2020 compared to 2019. This problem has led to many people asking the question: What is causing gun violence in New York City? 

In this annotated bibliography I will dive into and explain different factors that can possibly contribute to the gun violence problem within New York City. I expect to learn more about the problem at hand and work to see if any solutions can be found within the city.