Bali still has a very traditional society and the late Made Wijaya went so far as to say a ‘mediaeval’one, albeit existing and functioning in the modern world. In this sense, the way Balinese society operates is still far from democratic or equal in the Western “free world” sense of the word. Men still make family and community decisions; are community leaders; and are required to be present at community meetings. Ceremonial preparation tasks are divided based on gender lines and men and women socialize only with the same sex due to this division. For example, you will see men and women in gro ..read more