PSHE - Stereotypes

What is a stereotype?

• An oversimplified image or idea of someone based on appearance, race or gender.

• The correct impression of someone.

• A type of stereo.

Which of the following is an example of stereotyping? (Hint: There may be more than one)

• All hairdressers cut hair.

• All professional footballers are men.

• All vets are young.

• Mechanics fix cars.

Why do stereotypes exist?

• They are the truth.

• They have always existed.

• They are based on experiences and ideas of a group of people.

Which of the following is an example of stereotyping?

• All nurses are women.

• Men can be chefs.

• My teacher is amazing.

Why can stereotypes be damaging? (

• They can create negative images of people.

• They can affect people's confidence and morale.

• They can affect people's job opportunities.

• All of the above.

How would you feel if someone judged you negatively before they knew you?

Why must we challenge stereotypes? (Hint: There may be more than one)

• Everyone deserves equal opportunities to be who they want and achieve what they want.

• We don't have to.

• They're unfair.

How can we challenge stereotypes?

• Talk about it, educate ourselves, listen to people.

• Ignore them.

• Hope they disappear.