gender diversity

American  

[jen-der di-vur-si-tee, ‐dahy‐] / ˈdʒɛn dər dɪˌvɜr sɪ ti, ‐daɪ‐ /

noun

1. gender identity or gender expression that does not conform to socially defined male or female gender norms.

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Etymology

Origin of gender diversity

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

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gender diversity

“Conversations about sexuality and gender diversity were either absent, heavily stigmatized, or framed as something foreign and unacceptable,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026

As a 2023 McKinsey report shows, companies that embrace race and gender diversity in higher have 39% better financial performance than other companies.

From Salon ● Jan. 23, 2025

Cates, like Logan, brings both pedigree and gender diversity - but it remains to be seen if she could be tempted away from Sky.

From BBC ● Nov. 11, 2024

“People aren’t actually as open to gender diversity as they may think,” he said, adding they sometimes receive negative comments in both real life and online.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 19, 2023

This year, gender diversity has fallen within the top ranks of retail companies.

From New York Times ● Sep. 1, 2023