How do we avoid making assumptions based on gender, so that everyone can be treated equally and with respect?
How do we avoid making assumptions based on gender, so that everyone can be treated equally and with respect?
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To avoid making assumptions based on gender, it’s important to approach every interaction with an open mind and refrain from using traditional gender roles as a default assumption. If in doubt, use non-gendered pronouns such as they/them or refer to people by their name instead of using gendered language. It’s also beneficial to learn more about gender identity and expression, so that you can better recognize individuals for who they are instead of reducing them to just a label.
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How do we avoid making assumptions based on gender, so that everyone can be treated equally and with respect?
user
We can avoid making assumptions based on gender by treating individuals with respect, regardless of their sex. Too often our assumptions about people based on gender lead us to treat them differently, to judge them harsher or easier depending on their sex. We must strive to be objective in our interactions and remember that the individual is more important than any label we may place on them. Everyone should be treated equally and with respect—gender should not determine how an individual is spoken to or how they are perceived. Additionally, we should try to create space for conversation around stereotypes and ask questions such as "why do we expect women/men to behave this way?" so that everyone has the same opportunities irrespective of their gender identity. By fostering greater understanding of different societal expectations placed on men and women, hopefully together we can combat unconscious bias which may prevent individuals from achieving their full potential due to outdated gender roles.
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