traditionally, the women of north macedonia perform domestic work. in the field of academics, some women from north macedonia focus in the study of humanities. some women in north macedonia hold positions of authority. women receive "inheritance" through the dowry system, because inheritance is traditionally transferred to male heirs. some modern-day women receive inheritance that is divided among siblings by their parents. the traditional way women greet each other involves exchanging kisses. traditional medicine is handled by some women of the older generation, who act as faith healers, healing people against illnesses caused by the so-called "evil eye."