Gender equality is having equal rights, opportunities and responsibilities for all genders. In the S.T.A.R interview, Sylvia Rivera mentions that she doesn’t believe that a transvestite or a woman should do all the washing or all the cooking and do everything that’s forced on by society and the establishment that woman have to do this (12). I agree with what Rivera believes because if you are in a relationship and you really love someone, you will support that person in every way that you can. Everything at home should be 50/50 like one day you will cook and the next day your spouse will cook. In many countries, people believe that all the housework should be done by women while men go to work. One of the first questions I get asked when I’m getting to know someone is, “Do you know how to cook?” I know many married couples who both the husband-and-wife handle all the responsibilities at home whether it’s cleaning, cooking or taking care of the kids. They don’t do it because someone told them they are supposed to, they do it because they love each other, and they are there to support one another. If we want to see change in the world, we must change the way we think.
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I like your post Mildred, it’s a very good start! I can relate to when you said the first thing someone asks when you meet them is “Do you know how to cook?” Once they say that, I always reply with the same question. Most times after that, the person is quiet, especially if it’s a male. We definitely should change the way we think especially when it comes to what women should do versus men.
Hi :)! What you have so far is great. I think you can throw in an introduction paragraph to give a summary of what your going to address, as well as your claim which is already clear. And I think you can also add in other topics like the false ideologies that are pushed on women or gender equality in politics or media. Great start though!
I just want to say , I love this whole topic because I just feel like it’s something that should be discussed! I hate all these gender roles that society puts upon us so I definitely agreed with you with the 50/50 for both men and women. This is a great start and can’t wait to hear more !!!
Hey! My one comment here would be to address the implication of heteronormativity that comes w/ marriage and couples (that they must always have a man and a woman). It would be interesting to explore responsibilities and expectations in LGBT relationships!