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

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

But the public celebration of gender diversity was not always so popular in Thailand despite its long-standing reputation as an LGBTQ+ friendly country.

From Seattle Times • May 31, 2024

It's perplexing, activists say, in a democracy where acceptance of sexual and gender diversity has been on the rise and the community has seen many wins.

From BBC • May 26, 2024

Historically, certain scientific approaches and institutions were targeted by people who had ideological antagonisms to the idea of sex and gender diversity.

From Science Magazine • Mar. 14, 2024

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

From New York Times • Sep. 1, 2023