Gender Perspective in Bugis Makassar

Abstract

Abstract-The purpose of this study was to determine the gender understanding and application in Bugis Makassar family. In addition, this study also revealed guidelines Bugis Makassar family life. The research method used Qualitative in a case study. Sampling technique used purpossive with predetermined criteria. The research was done in Universitas Negeri Makassar. The researcher apply as an instrument. Data collection techniques are observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis technique is descriptive qualitative measures of data reduction, data presentation and conclusion. The conclusion of the research is that the couple understand and interpret gender equality as proportional equality in decision-role based on a way of life. The guidelines are based on the value of Bugis Makassar culture, namelySiri' (Dignity),Pangaderreng (customs), Sipakatau (mutually respect), Sipakalebbi' (mutually honor), and Teppe' (belief). The implementation of gender equality family Bugis Makassar framed by cultural and religious values. In Makassar Bugis family, gender equality form shown in the dual role of women public sector, with awareness and specific goals without forgetting obligations as a wife for her husband, as a mother to her children, as well as community members.

The Future Relations between the Majority and Minority Religious Groups, Viewed from Indonesian Contemporary Perspective: A Case Study of the Coexistence of Muslims and the Towani Tolotang in Amparita, South Sulawesi

“…The equality of right or what so-called Sipakatau is a good example of the values accepted and practiced by these two different religious groups. The basic concept of this value is to respect all people regardless of their ethnic, racial, religious, class, and gender differences (Hadis Badewi 2016; Mustadjar & Dirawan 2017). This concept emphasizes the importance of mutual respect for human beings as stipulated by the main concept of Sipakatau.…”