Class notes:
Sexual stereotyping: judging a person’s sexuality based on a limited perception of their appearance, beliefs or actions. Sexual stereotyping is caused by fear, ignorance, or misunderstanding. It can be hurtful or harmful.
Like other types of stereotyping, sexual stereotyping is harmful because it isolates people who are different. It is disrespectful,. Sexual stereotyping can lead to harassment and even violence. These are not only wrong, but are criminal.
What are some ways to help stop sexual stereotyping when you see it happening?
Challenging Sexual stereotyping:
- Point out the facts
- Ask for more information (Why do you believe that?)
- Listen and learn (Be conscious of your own stereotyping and assumptions)
- Challenge assumptions (Just because one person did that, doesn’t mean that all ___ do
Summary: How do you stereotype people based on sexuality? How/are you willing to challenge these stereotypes?