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Gender stereotypes in Sri Lankan society are shaped by cultural, religious, and historical influences. These stereotypes often assign specific roles, behaviors, and expectations to individuals based on their gender, and they can limit opportunities and reinforce inequality. Women are primarily homemakers In traditional Sri Lankan culture, women are often expected to stay at home, take care of the household, cook, clean, and raise children. This stereotype is deeply rooted in cultural and religious teachings, and it is still prevalent in many rural and urban families. Even when women work, they are often expected to continue managing household responsibilities without support from their husbands. It limits women’s career growth. It adds pressure to balance home and work life. It reduces recognition of women’s contributions beyond the household. Men should not show vulnerability Sri Lankan boys are often taught from a young age to "be strong" and not cry or express emotions. Th...

 "Sayapethi Kusuma" (Frangipani), directed by Visakesa Chandrasekaram, is a seminal film in Sri Lanka, if not the entire region. The subject matter of Deepa Mehta's Fire was lesbian love, which some men may view as weird and meaningless, much like women's rugby, cricket, or fight culture. Traditionally, women are viewed as junior partners in the masculine sphere of sex. "Sayapethi Kusuma" confronts male complacency by flipping the conventional wisdom by telling a narrative about a straight woman who consents to marry a gay man, then kicks him out and marries his bisexual friend, who ultimately decides to be gay. It's not just for formula-driven Sri Lankan cinema; it's also for Sri Lankan society, which is far behind the more developed regions of the world in terms of how sex-love is viewed and portrayed. This also holds true in the context of the non-heterosexual realm. For many, the topic is still, let's say, queer. Sayapethi Kusuma is a sign...

 According to national data, it is much more difficult to grow up identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ). Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, and other identities are included in the group commonly known as LGBTQIA+. Compared to their counterparts in the general population, young LGBTQ people experience higher rates of rejection, violence, suicide, and homelessness. LGBTQ youth are also more likely than their peers to drop out of school and are overrepresented in juvenile justice and child welfare systems.   Sexual and gender identity terms Bisexual   Describes a per­son who is attract­ed to both men and women. A per­son does not need to have had spe­cif­ic sex­u­al expe­ri­ences — or any sex­u­al expe­ri­ence — to iden­ti­fy as bisexual. Gay Describes a per­son who is attract­ed, emo­tion­al­ly and/​or phys­i­cal­ly, to some­one of the same gen­der. The term can be used ...

  In Disney's 2022 animated film Strange World , Ethan Clade is portrayed as a 16-year-old biracial teenager who is openly gay. Voiced by Jaboukie Young-White, Ethan's character is depicted as empathetic, bold, and impulsive, typical traits of adolescence. His romantic feelings for his friend Diazo are presented as a natural aspect of his character, seamlessly integrated into the storyline without being the central focus. Strange World differs from this norm by making Ethan’s sexuality clear and transparent. He openly has a crush on Diazo, and his parents are entirely supportive. Ethan’s queerness is an integral part of who he is and does not form the main conflict of the movie. This signifies a change from subtext to text and highlights Disney’s growing trust with LGBTQ+ inclusion in family-friendly animation. Ethan Clade, a gay teenager who publicly displays romantic feelings for a younger boy named Diazo, is featured in Strange World. Rather than using subtext “blink-and-y...

  "It was a massive success, and we are proud to have grown to become the biggest festival for queer women and those who are non-binary in the UK." The UK's " largest queer festival " is coming to North Devon, organizers have said. The Out & Wild Festival, billed as the UK's largest festival celebrating the lesbian, bi, trans, and queer women and non-binary people community, is set to take place in June near Bideford. Organizers said the event, which started during the Covid-19 pandemic, had a focus on outdoor experiences. Polly Shute, co-founder of the festival, said a number of different activities would be on offer during the three-day event, including wild swimming, archery, and pottery. She said, " It's designed specifically for queer women and those who are non-binary.  I spent five years working on the board of Pride in London, and, whilst I loved it, it really gave me an insight into the fact that most queer events that happen are focuse...

 This study examines gender stereotypes in Disney's Moana, focusing on the main character's traits and actions. The qualitative research method, observing Moana on Disney Hotstar, revealed eight traits: optimism, curiosity, daredevilry, independence, stubbornness, smarts, and open-mindedness. Moana's leadership qualities and her struggle for freedom reflect prejudices attributed to her during the movie's release. The study highlights the application of these stereotypes in Moana's actions and her determination to save Motunui Island from darkness. In the Disney movie Moana, gender stereotypes are both challenged and reinforced, though the film largely leans toward breaking traditional gender norms. Moana is portrayed as a brave, independent, and capable leader — qualities often reserved for male characters in traditional adventure stories. She doesn’t need a prince or romantic interest to complete her journey, which goes against the classic Disney "princess...

       The advertisement of beauty products in Korea influences the way people think about gender, combining traditional culture with modern aesthetics, which creates a unique image of femininity and masculinity. Korean beauty ads draw on both traditional and contemporary feminine ideals, focusing on youth, purity, and elegance. Young-looking ads often depict young women with flawless, fair skin, reflecting the cultural ideal of the young, innocent look. A slim body is often emphasized, reflecting social ideals of what is considered beautiful and healthy. Submissive Nature Women take on a passive role, reflecting Confucian values of modesty and deference. Women are now shown in jobs where they are shown to be competent and independent. We now see women's active lifestyles, such as sports or travel, more often. This gives a lively image of femininity. Brands are now showing women with different skin tones and bodies, challenging the norms.      The ma...