We're showing kids a world that is very scantily populated with women and female characters. They should see female characters taking up half the planet, which we do.
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It's really important for boys to see that girls take up half of the planet - which we do.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing women's significant presence and contributions in society.
Geena Davis highlights the need for boys to understand that girls are equal participants in the world, constituting half of the population. This awareness is crucial for fostering respect and equality between genders and promoting a more balanced perspective on gender roles.
Themes
Gender EqualityRepresentationEmpowermentGirlsBoys
In practice
Example use cases
In a school presentation on gender equality, one could use this quote to illustrate the significance of female representation.
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