Gender communications, or “the social construction of masculinity or femininity as it aligns with sex at birth in a specific culture and time period” — as defined by Social Justice, Diversity Consultant, and Facilitator Jessica Pettitt — pervasively exists around the world.
We’re deluged by multiple verbal and non-verbal examples of gender communications each day, and each instance reinforces long-held, ideal standards of masculinity and femininity across society.
Three noteworthy examples of gender communications include: Work Attire. Day-to-day (non-uniformed) wardrobe styles worn by males and females in professional settings are a constant reminder of gender communications.