Attitude Quote by Laura Bates
“We can't create a shift in normalised attitudes and behaviours without everybody on board, so not being sexist isn't enough - get stuck in and start tackling sexism too.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public Talk, Laura Bates, 2022
Changing attitudes requires collective commitment; merely avoiding sexism isn’t sufficient, active effort is needed to confront it.
In simple terms: Changing attitudes needs everyone’s active effort, not just avoiding sexism.
Key Takeaway
Engage everyone to actively challenge sexism.
Themes
equality
activism
social change
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- workplace training
- education curricula
- policy development
- community workshops
Key Concepts
collective responsibility
behavioral change
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you motivate others to join anti‑sexism actions?
- What barriers prevent people from confronting sexism?
A Different Perspective
People may resist confronting their own biases, slowing progress.
