Children Quote by Vivek Shraya
“I recently did a reading at an elementary school in Ottawa, and one of the children asked me if I was a girl. I said yes. Another child commented that I had a deep voice. I responded: "Can girls have deep voices?" There was a pause and then the group responded, "Yes!"”
About This Quote
Source Talk: School event, 2022
Challenging gender stereotypes by affirming diverse expressions encourages acceptance and self‑acceptance.
In simple terms: Questioning gender norms promotes inclusion.
Key Takeaway
Support others in expressing their identity.
Themes
gender
inclusion
expression
Mood
empathetic
inspirational
Type
personal
educational
When to use this quote
- school workshops
- family conversations
- media representation
- policy discussions
Key Concepts
identity
stereotype
voice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you create safe spaces for gender discussions?
- What language best affirms non‑binary identities?
A Different Perspective
Some may resist changing entrenched beliefs.
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