Sophie Mort

There are roles for each gender, which we must assume: girls are feminine, pretty, kind and accommodating. They are concerned with relationships. They are the embodiment of sexuality but are also vulnerable and emotional. They should cover up and not go out for fear of what will happen to them. Boys are strong, independent and make great leaders. They are confident in their abilities and are competitive. They don’t need help, as they don’t struggle. Big boys

don’t cry. They are ‘trouble’ and can’t be trusted to manage their sexual urges – ‘boys will be boys, after all’ – which is an incredibly dangerous message for people of all genders. Also, did you notice the boys’ gender traits (leadership, confidence, competition) are the ones most highly valued by society at present (vs. kindness, vulnerability and an understanding of relationships)?
Sex is one thing and is risky: Sex means penetrative penis-in-vagina sex, which is engaged in by men and women who are in love. Sex leads to teenage pregnancy and STIs, which gives a clear message that sex should just be avoided in the first place, as it is dangerous and/or could lead to the biggest mistake of

If we are to reach a place of equality, we need to show people of all genders that they can succeed and be taken seriously. AND we need to show people of all genders (particularly