Instructions: After critically reading the chapters on sexism, heterosexism, and trans* oppression, you will write a reflection paper. Students will focus their reflections on the following Parts below and organize their papers using the following headings: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3. The questions in each Part should guide your reflections and content for this Assignment. LBS 4154 students will write 3 pages not including cover and reference pages.
Part 1: “Content” Section
1.What roles have institutions—such as the medical system, the police, the courts, religion, and the media—played in the construction of gender and sexuality?
2.How have other forms of oppression (e.g., racism, classism, religious oppression, youth oppression) intersected with sexism, heterosexism, and trans* oppression? For example: A higher percentage of women live in poverty after age 65, in this example, “gender” and “age” intersect. Provide other examples.
3.Pick two of the articles written by someone who describes different life experience than yours. Consider the perspective(s) of the author. How does their point of view and experiences shape your perspectives and help you develop empathy?
Part 3: “Next Step” Section
1. Are you aware of resources, supports, programs, or groups for women, LGBQ people, and/or trans* people on your campus/community/state? Consider the social environment, overall level of awareness, restroom options, sexual harassment policies, shelters in town, housing policies, identity documents, sports teams, support and ally groups. How could the environment where you live and work improve to be more inclusive of women, LGBQ people, and trans* people?
