What is sexism?
Psychologists and experts on sex discrimination have studied sexism to understand its underlying causes, how it is exhibited, the behaviour it encompasses and its impact on people. We know that sexism can be exhibited in different ways. Sometimes it is very obvious, blatant and involves hostile behaviour, such as verbal abuse or sexual harassment. It can also be more subtle or even covert, making it less easy to identify and challenge.
Sexist language and sexist bullying in schools
Little research exists on sexism targeted at children or young people in education settings. This has changed recently in light of growing evidence of sexist language and sexist bullying in school communities (Girlguiding, 2018; NEU and UK Feminista, 2017; House of Commons Women and Equalities Committee, 2016; The Department for Children, Schools and Families, 2009). This includes, but is not limited to: comments to reinforce gender stereotypes that typically stem from beliefs about t
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