sexism
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Addressing behaviours towards women is a crucial aspect, and the government recently announced changes to the national curriculum in England aimed at reducing sexism.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
This follows Kick It Out - which works to fight racism, sexism and homophobia in football - receiving the highest number of reports of discrimination, external last season.
From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026
Packer also often underscored contemporary tensions mirrored in the plays: sexism, racism, antisemitism, violence.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026
Overall, Democrats and independents show rising racial progressiveness across age—but no similar generational shift on sexism.
From Slate • Jan. 6, 2026
“What if we have a school-wide discussion on diversity? We could show our videos and discuss issues like racism, sexism, and homophobia related to current events, like the Black Lives Matter movement or celebrating Pride.”
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.