Triangulation

The changing society (in the UK) has allowed non-binary genders to live freely and openly where they are more accepted. There is still a long way to go in terms of getting rid/blurring the stereotypes but it is an issue that younger people in society are trying to eradicate. Especially now, there are a lot of movements, protests, people speaking out about gender stereotyping as we fight to be seen as equals in society.

Triangulation

The younger generation have been born into a more accepting society and therefore they hold different values and ethics than the generation before them. This means they are less impacted by traditional gender stereotypes. Non-binary designer Kate Moross said in an interview with ‘It’s Nice That’; 

‘“There’s so many different types of expression that those things aren’t necessarily grouped into subcultures or countercultures anymore”’ (Moross cited Thompson, 2017);

Moross continues to say that people’s views are changing and are moving towards a more diverse outlook on ethical issues. The younger generation are more aware and involved with politics that outline the key issues of society and ethics and raises issues such as discrimination and prejudice. Moross also says that designers and brands are in a key position where they have the power to lead the changing ethics of society. An article published by The Guardian supports Moross’ viewpoints on the political stance of younger generation which says;

‘Whether you realise it or not, young people are not disengaged from politics…We have opinions about the country and the world we live in, and we know what we’d like to see done about it. We are getting involved in campaigns, whether they’re for gender equality, affordable housing or criminal justice reform. We are creating social enterprises to tackle the issues facing our communities and wider society. Youth activism over the past two years has shown that there is an appetite for social change among our generation.’ (Imafidon, 2017);

Like many, more and more people want a change to happen and are ready for everyone to be and feel accepted in society and not be categorised by a certain aspect of themselves. Slachmuijlder, agreeing with Moross and Irmafidon says that we should; 

‘Value gender-sensitivity and include gender sensitisation within the curriculum of the education and training.’  (Slachmuijlder, 2000, p.g. 100) By educating, acknowledging and accepting that the world is changing and new beliefs are expanding, it would teach people that we need to be unbiased and willing to embrace new ways of thinking.