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Question
The term heterosexism is used to describe the belief that heterosexuality is the norm or superior. Heterosexual privilege gives unearned and unchallenged advantages and rewards to straight people because of their sexual orientation. These same benefits are not automatically granted to LGBTQIA+ people.
Heterosexism is manifested in both personal behavior and social institutions. Unlike homophobia (i.e. the irrational fear of homosexuals), the prevalence of heterosexism in social institutions can result in the denial of services, resources, and civil rights.
What caused you to view the world around you differently or examine a topic from a different perspective?
What struck you as you explored the course materials this week?
What insights have you had?
Return to the IAT website and take the Sexuality IAT. Share your results or impressions of this IAT and how it relates to the readings and other materials from this week.
What questions have come up for you at this point?
Do you have any helpful tips that you've picked up in this course or in a past course?