Discrimination Quote by Vivienne Ming
“Before I came out, people always asked me math questions. But once I became a woman, they stopped. There's unintended discrimination.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: TEDxSydney, 2016
After transitioning, people stopped asking math questions, revealing subtle bias that assumes women lack technical expertise.
In simple terms: Gender bias leads to reduced expectations of women’s abilities.
Key Takeaway
Address and correct unconscious gender biases in professional settings.
Themes
bias
gender
STEM
inclusion
Mood
inquisitive
determined
Type
social
professional
When to use this quote
- workplace training
- STEM mentorship
- policy development
- diversity audits
Key Concepts
social psychology
implicit bias
gender dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do biases affect career trajectories?
- What policies can reduce gendered assumptions?
A Different Perspective
Changing attitudes requires systemic effort beyond individual awareness.
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