Everyday Sexism - TED Talk by Laura Bates

Overview

• Speaker: Laura Bates
• Event: TEDxCoventGardenWomen
• Topic: Everyday sexism and gender imbalance
• Date: December 2013

Key Points

Everyday Sexism Project

• Founded by Laura Bates in 2012.
• A platform for sharing experiences of sexism and gender imbalance.
• Collects stories from women globally, across various demographics (age, race, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Over 50,000 submissions highlighting daily acts of sexism, often ignored, like street harassment and workplace discrimination.

Purpose and Goals

• Provide an outlet for women to share their experiences and be heard.
• Raise awareness of the normalization of sexism in everyday life.
• Encourage social change by highlighting the ubiquity and impact of sexism.

Impact and Reach

• The project has grown into a significant collection of real-life stories.
• Increases visibility of gender issues, contributing to social change and activism.

Related Topics and Further Reading

• Social Change: Exploring shifts towards gender equality.
• Gender: Understanding dynamics between different genders.
• Activism: How individual actions contribute to larger social movements.
• Violence: Addressing and preventing gender-based violence.

About TEDx

• Independent, locally organized TED-like events.
• Supports TED’s mission of "ideas worth spreading."

Additional Resources

• TED Talks on related topics like gender violence, political progress for women, and ending workplace harassment.
• TEDx programs and initiatives to explore.

Conclusion

Laura Bates' talk sheds light on the pervasive issue of everyday sexism, offering a platform for women to share their experiences and pushing for awareness and change. The Everyday Sexism Project serves as a powerful tool in combating gender imbalance and empowering women worldwide.