You’re no doubt familiar with 'hostile sexism' – blatantly negative or restrictive attitudes towards women.
But there's another type of sexism it co-exists with - ‘benevolent sexism’ - which is sometimes harder to detect.
Benevolent sexism can be well-meaning and positive – describing women as natural nurturers or brilliant carers.
It's linked to notions of chivalry and romance - research suggests some women even find benevolent sexism attractive.
But these attitudes can still cause major harm to women in the workplace and the home.
But there's another type of sexism it co-exists with - ‘benevolent sexism’ - which is sometimes harder to detect.
Benevolent sexism can be well-meaning and positive – describing women as natural nurturers or brilliant carers.
It's linked to notions of chivalry and romance - research suggests some women even find benevolent sexism attractive.
But these attitudes can still cause major harm to women in the workplace and the home.
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