Difference between gender and Sexuality

gender and sexual orientation are

two distinct aspects of our identity.
Gender is personal (how we see
ourselves), while sexual orientation
is interpersonal (who we are
physically, emotionally and/or
romantically attracted to).
 What is Gender?
Gender is the range of characteristics pertaining to, and differentiating
between, masculinity and femininity. Depending on the context, these characteristics may
include biological sex (i.e. the state of being male, female or an intersex variation which may
complicate sex assignment), sex-based social structures (including gender roles and
other social roles), or gender identity.Some cultures have specific gender roles that can be
considered distinct from male and female, such as the hijra (chhaka) of India and Pakistan.

refers to the socially constructed characteristics of women and men such as norms, roles
and relationships of and between groups of women and men. It varies from society to society
and can be changed. While most people are born either male or female, they are taught
appropriate norms and behaviours including how they should interact with others of the same
or opposite sex within households, communities and work places. When individuals or groups
do not fit established gender norms they often face stigma, discriminatory practices or social
exclusion all of which adversely affect health. It is important to be sensitive to different
identities that do not necessarily fit into binary male or female sex categories.
 Gender Identity
Gender identity is one's personal experience of one's own gender Gender
identity can correlate with assigned sex at birth, or can differ from it
completely] All societies have a set of gender categories that can serve as
the basis of the formation of a person's social identity in relation to other
members of society. In most societies, there is a basic division between
gender attributes assigned to males and females, a gender binary to which
most people adhere and which includes expectations
of masculinity and femininity in all aspects of sex and gender biological sex,
gender identity, and gender expression. In all societies, some individuals do
not identify with some (or all) of the aspects of gender that are assigned to
their biological sex; some of those individuals are transgender genderqueer
or non-binary There are some societies that have third gender categories.
gender identity is usually formed by age three. After age three, it is extremely
difficult to change,and attempts to reassign it can result in gender dysphoria
Both biological and social factors have been suggested to influence its
formation.
 Gender Role
A gender role is a set of societal norms dictating the types of
behaviors which are generally considered acceptable,
appropriate, or desirable for people based on their actual or
perceived sex or sexuality. Gender roles are usually centered
on conceptions of femininity and masculinity, although there
are exceptions and variations. The specifics regarding these
gendered expectations may vary substantially among cultures,
while other characteristics may be common throughout a
range of cultures. There is ongoing debate as to what extent
gender roles and their variations are biologically determined,
and to what extent they are socially constructed.
 Gender Equality
Gender equality, also known as sexual
equality, is the state of equal ease of
access to resources and opportunities
regardless of gender, including economic
participation and decision-making; and
the state of valuing different behaviors,
aspirations and needs equally, regardless
of gender.
 Gender Equality
"Gender equality, equality between men and women, entails the
concept that all human beings, both men and women, are free to
develop their personal abilities and make choices without the
limitations set by stereotypes, rigid gender roles and prejudices.
Gender equality means that the different behaviour, aspirations and
needs of women and men are considered, valued and favoured
equally. It does not mean that women and men have to become the
same, but that their rights, responsibilities and opportunities will not
depend on whether they are born male or female. Gender equity
means fairness of treatment for women and men, according to their
respective needs. This may include equal treatment or treatment that
is different but which is considered equivalent in terms of rights,
benefits, obligations and opportunities."
ABC Of Women Worker's Rights And Gender Equality, ILO, 2000.
p. 48.
 "Gender equality, equality between men and women, entails the
concept that all human beings, both men and women, are free to
develop their personal abilities and make choices without the
limitations set by stereotypes, rigid gender roles and prejudices.
Gender equality means that the different behaviour, aspirations and
needs of women and men are considered, valued and favoured
equally. It does not mean that women and men have to become the
same, but that their rights, responsibilities and opportunities will not
depend on whether they are born male or female. Gender equity
means fairness of treatment for women and men, according to their
respective needs. This may include equal treatment or treatment that
is different but which is considered equivalent in terms of rights,
benefits, obligations and opportunities."
ABC Of Women Worker's Rights And Gender Equality, ILO, 2000.
p. 48.
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