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Le genre et la sexualité

Definition

The term "le genre et la sexualité" refers to the concepts of gender and sexuality. It encompasses the social, cultural, and personal aspects related to one's identity, expression, and orientation.

Analogy

Think of gender and sexuality as two sides of a coin. Gender is like the heads side, representing how we identify ourselves (male, female, or non-binary), while sexuality is like the tails side, representing our romantic or sexual attractions (heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual).

Related terms

Mariage égalitaire: This term refers to equal marriage rights for all individuals regardless of their gender or sexual orientation.

Lois anti-discrimination: These are laws that aim to prevent discrimination based on gender or sexual orientation in various areas such as employment, housing, and public services.

Identité de genre: This term refers to an individual's deeply felt sense of being male, female, or non-binary. It may not necessarily align with the sex assigned at birth.

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