Stereotype Awareness

What is a gender stereotype?

• A gender stereotype is a scientific fact about gender differences.

• A gender stereotype is a fixed and unchangeable characteristic of a gender.

• A gender stereotype is a personal opinion that does not affect society.

• A gender stereotype is a generalized view or preconception about attributes or characteristics that are or ought to be possessed by individuals of a particular gender.

Give an example of a racial stereotype.

• Assuming all Asians are good at math.

• Stereotyping all Middle Easterners as terrorists.

• Believing all Africans are athletic.

• Assuming all Europeans are wealthy.

Why is it important to avoid age stereotypes?

• Avoiding age stereotypes is important to promote equality, respect, and inclusivity.

• Embracing age stereotypes leads to better communication

• Using age stereotypes improves workplace productivity

• Age stereotypes help in creating a diverse environment

How can we challenge gender stereotypes?

• Promote education and awareness, encourage open discussions, support diversity and inclusion initiatives, advocate for equal opportunities regardless of gender.

• Discourage open discussions about gender

• Enforce strict gender roles

• Ignore the issue and hope it goes away

Discuss the impact of racial stereotypes on society.

• Racial stereotypes have a positive impact on society by promoting diversity.

• Racial stereotypes have a negative impact on society by fueling discrimination and perpetuating inequality.

• Racial stereotypes do not affect society in any way.

• Racial stereotypes are beneficial as they help people understand different cultures better.

Why should we not judge people based on their age?

• Age does not accurately reflect a person's capabilities or qualities.

• Younger individuals are always more capable than older individuals

• Age is a reliable indicator of a person's intelligence

• Age is the sole determinant of a person's worth

How do stereotypes affect individuals' self-esteem?

• Stereotypes can negatively impact individuals' self-esteem by creating unrealistic expectations, fostering feelings of inadequacy, and leading to self-doubt.

• Stereotypes always boost individuals' self-esteem

• Stereotypes have no impact on individuals' self-esteem

• Stereotypes only affect self-esteem in a positive way

What are some common gender stereotypes in the media?

• Women as logical, assertive, and focused on career; Men as emotional, nurturing, and focused on appearance

• Women as strong, aggressive, and dominant; Men as logical, assertive, and focused on career

• Women as strong, aggressive, and dominant; Men as emotional, nurturing, and focused on appearance

• Women as emotional, nurturing, and focused on appearance; Men as strong, aggressive, and dominant

Explain the concept of intersectionality in relation to stereotypes.

• Intersectionality in relation to stereotypes emphasizes how individuals may experience multiple stereotypes simultaneously due to various aspects of their identity.

• Intersectionality is only relevant in certain contexts

• Stereotypes do not impact individuals' experiences

• Intersectionality only applies to one specific stereotype at a time

How can we promote diversity and inclusion to combat stereotypes?

• Implement inclusive hiring practices, provide diversity training, foster open communication, celebrate diverse cultures, and actively challenge stereotypes.

• Ignore diversity and inclusion efforts

• Discourage open communication

• Maintain homogenous hiring practices