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Gender sensitivity is the awareness and insight into the state of the other sex,
with reference to historical roots of sexist stereotyping, discrimination and violence.
Another definition would be the awareness and acceptance of the roles and duties of
each, as expected from them and from the people that they work with. It
acknowledges the different roles & responsibilities of women and men in the
community and the relationships between them. Men and women are different,
therefore their experiences, needs, issues and priorities are different. Strategies are
also different to achieve equitable outcomes for women and men.
II. Objectives:
III. Facts:
Sexism creates bias and promotes an unjust society. It exists both among men
and among women. It does not respect individuals according to their aspirations,
potentials or abilities.