UK Infantry Perspectives on Integration

Abstract

Overwhelming view was for women not joining the infantry - both male and female. Harder edge of Infantry regiments were more opposed than line infantry. JNCOs were more varied in their responses, with more being neutral. The in-group discussions often moved the perceptions to being more open: Often initially defensive, but discussion and exploration positive; Discussion can be counter-cultural in the military. Other males in the groups often challenged, gave examples. Concerns over group identity - can be perceived as a threat: Realistic idea of numbers and capabilities of women joining; Examples of those they know who could be effective

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 05, 2019
Accession Number
AD1183874

Entities

People

  • Joanna Harvey

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Army
  • Army Personnel
  • Attrition
  • Bias
  • Clothing
  • Cohesion
  • Combat Effectiveness
  • Discrimination
  • Infantry
  • Infrastructure
  • Maternity
  • Perception
  • Pregnancy
  • Psychology
  • Standards
  • Warfare

Fields of Study

  • Psychology

Readers

  • Military Science
  • Political Violence and Terrorism Studies.
  • Systems Analysis and Design