Development and validation of the Multidimensional Gender Inequality Perception Scale (MuGIPS).

Area of Science:

• Social Psychology
• Sociology
• Gender Studies

Background:

• Perceptions of gender inequality can drive action against it.
• Existing measures may not capture the multidimensional nature of perceived gender inequality.
• Reliable measurement is crucial for understanding and addressing gender inequality.

Purpose of the Study:

• To propose and psychometrically evaluate the Multidimensional Gender Inequality Perception Scale (MuGIPS).
• To assess the reliability and validity of MuGIPS across four key domains of inequality.
• To examine the relationship between MuGIPS scores and related psychological constructs.

Main Methods:

• Development and validation of the Multidimensional Gender Inequality Perception Scale (MuGIPS).
• Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were used.
• Data collected from three Spanish samples (N = 1733) including university and general populations.

Main Results:

• The MuGIPS demonstrated good internal consistency and a four-factor structure aligning with the targeted domains.
• Scores on the MuGIPS positively correlated with feminist identity, feminist ideology, and certain attitudinal variables.
• A negative correlation was observed between MuGIPS scores and system-justifying ideologies.

Conclusions:

• The Multidimensional Gender Inequality Perception Scale (MuGIPS) is a reliable and valid instrument.
• MuGIPS effectively measures perceived gender inequality in health, violence, household work/caregiving, and the public sphere.
• The scale can be used to study perceptions of gender inequality in Spanish populations and inform interventions.