Description
Have you ever heard of the phrase “pink is for girls not boys” or “wearing pink makes boys gay”? Have you ever wondered where these gendered narratives comes from? As someone who is BIPOC, have you experienced that these narratives may apply in some spaces of our development like gendered toys or workplace attire where wearing black, grey, white and blue was considered formal wear while all other colors were worn for parties, festivals and community gatherings?
Chromvolution delves into the intricate journey of perceptions of the color pink, tracing its linguistic roots to its significant symbolism in contemporary society. It emphasizes the evolving societal, cultural, and gendered views surrounding this color. Drawing from historical, empirical, and philosophical perspectives, the presentation investigates how developmental neuroscience, cultural history, and ethical considerations in scientific research intersect to reveal how societal views of pink influence, reinforce, and occasionally challenge gender norms.
This evolution in societal perceptions is crucial to color associations made and enforced upon genders from a very young age. We will be discussing the ages at which color associations may develop in children. It also points out a crucial, non-ethical practice in scientific research with respect to researcher bias which contribute more to this universality perception of gendered colors.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- By the end of the session, attendees will be able to analyze the sociopolitical perceptions and development of academic biases with regards to Pink from the 15th to the 21st century.
AASECT Individual CE Provider #26-622-NR – You can review my Grievance Policy Here. This course meets the requirements of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) and is approved for 1 CE credit. These CE credits may be applied toward AASECT certification and renewal of certification. Completion of this program does not ensure or guarantee AASECT certification. For further information please contact info@aasect.org.
