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

Pavita Cooper is the UK chair of the 30% Club, which campaigns to increase gender diversity in senior management.

From BBC ● Mar. 2, 2025

For example, financial expert and author of “Green Money” Kara Perez says the SHE fund supports companies with gender diversity.

From Salon ● Nov. 21, 2024

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

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

From New York Times ● Sep. 1, 2023