woke
Woke and Woke Culture
Woke: “aware of and actively attentive to important societal facts and issues (especially issues of racial and social justice)".
-Merriam Webster Dictionary
"Woke": - Pushing a leftist agenda and leftist views. Being in tune particularly with the ideas of the American left.
- Associated connotation and colloquial usage
"Woke culture": - Negatively associated with a culture that values emotions over factual information.
- Associated connotation and colloquial usage
Pros
- Brings a greater focus on recognizing and celebrating diversity
- Culture that preaches inclusivity and respect for all individuals
- Puts a spotlight on issues of injustice, giving them more visibility and attention.
- Has led to more representation of different minority groups in society and more inclusive practices in the workplace.
beneficial or illusory ?
New inclusion Quotas (Academy Awards)
30%
1 lead actor
from underrepresented groups, in secondary and minor roles
from underrepresented racial or ethnic group
1 lead actor
at least 2
women in key creative roles
must be LGBT+
Source: Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences website
Patterns
People are oftenly reduced to their sexuality, their gender and their race.Having a certain sexual preference should in no means be a factor that determines whether you are getting a role or not
Is forcing and demanding inclusivity the correct approach?
1. Woke culture and identity
Woke culture prevents individuals from developing their own unique identity
A detrimental effect on personal identity
Race
Gender
Sexual Orientation
Complex Individuals
Can lead to: - unhealthy reliance on group identity to validate self-worth - sense of victimhood or entitlement and lack of personal responsibility
We must recognize and celebrate the individual, while promoting a healthy sense of self-worth and personal identity.
2. Polarization of society
American Slavery
1619-1865
Women's suffrage movement
Late 19th to early 20th century (1920 Amendment is ratified)
American rise of civil rights movements
Timeline
1950s-1960s (with the Civil Rights Act in 1964 and the Voting Rights Act 1965)
The polarization of society can not be attributed to a single factor. American society, for instance, has been polarized throughout history on a variety of issues.
Vietnam War
1955-1975
Culture Wars 80s and 90s
Debates over issues such as: abortion, homosexuality and censorship.
2020 Presidential Elections
" Us VS Them "
A lense that can lead to a lack of empathy and understanding towards those who hold different beliefs or opinions.
2. Polarization of Society
“Uncivil Agreement- How Politics Became Our Identity” - A study by Liliana Mason
Identity politics have become more prominent in recent years and that has led to an increase in political polarization
Quote
3. Cancel Culture
Cancel Culture “The practice of boycotting or shaming individuals or organizations that do not align with one’s values".
-Merriam Webster Dictionary
Cancel culture and free speech
as empirically observed
Open and honest discussion
Censorship
Intolerance
It’s important to be respectful and tolerant towards all individuals.
People are silenced or shamed for holding different beliefs or opinions
Woke culture preaches tolerance but is intolerant to anyone holding different beliefs.
Conclusion
Examples
It is affecting us directly.
Identity
Rachel Dolezal, a white woman who identified as black
- Individuals view themselves primarily as members of a particular group.
- There is a mentality in which being a victim is a privilege in society.
Polarization
- 2020 Presidential Elections
- Both sides of the political spectrum viewed the election battle between good and evil, rather than a complex issue with many different perspectives.
Cancel Culture
- J.K Rowling has expressed that men and women have biological differences
- She also expressed concern about the impact of transgender rights in women’s rights particularly in the context of sports and single-sex spaces
Ultimately, the question of whether transgender women should be included in women's safe spaces is a complex one that requires consideration of the rights and needs of all individuals involved
Women's safety
In prison facilities
Male prisoners are now allowed to move to a female facility if they claim to be a woman, even if they haven’t undergone any type of process or treatment. Result: Rape cases and pregnancies
Example
- Demi Minor, serving a 30-year sentence for manslaughter
- Incarcerated at a women’s only prison in New Jersey
-> Impregnated 2 female inmates.
Language censorship
- Latinx
- While some individuals argue that the term is more inclusive and gender-neutral, others argue that it is culturally insensitive and ignores the linguistic and cultural differences between Latin American countries.
CurriculaIncorporation of lessons on gender identity and LGBTQ+ issues into curricula, for very young ages.- (the extent to which this is happening varies by location).Children:
- Do not have emotional maturity or cognitive development to fully understand the implications of sexual content or to make informed decisions about their own sexuality.
Education
It is important for parents and educators to approach these topics with sensitivity and to ensure that children are receiving age-appropriate information and support
Conclusion
There must be a balance between promoting openness and not imposing our own ideals onto others.
Woke culture
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woke
Woke and Woke Culture
Woke: “aware of and actively attentive to important societal facts and issues (especially issues of racial and social justice)".
-Merriam Webster Dictionary
"Woke": - Pushing a leftist agenda and leftist views. Being in tune particularly with the ideas of the American left.
- Associated connotation and colloquial usage
"Woke culture": - Negatively associated with a culture that values emotions over factual information.
- Associated connotation and colloquial usage
Pros
beneficial or illusory ?
New inclusion Quotas (Academy Awards)
30%
1 lead actor
from underrepresented groups, in secondary and minor roles
from underrepresented racial or ethnic group
1 lead actor
at least 2
women in key creative roles
must be LGBT+
Source: Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences website
Patterns
People are oftenly reduced to their sexuality, their gender and their race.Having a certain sexual preference should in no means be a factor that determines whether you are getting a role or not
Is forcing and demanding inclusivity the correct approach?
1. Woke culture and identity
Woke culture prevents individuals from developing their own unique identity
A detrimental effect on personal identity
Race
Gender
Sexual Orientation
Complex Individuals
Can lead to: - unhealthy reliance on group identity to validate self-worth - sense of victimhood or entitlement and lack of personal responsibility
We must recognize and celebrate the individual, while promoting a healthy sense of self-worth and personal identity.
2. Polarization of society
American Slavery
1619-1865
Women's suffrage movement
Late 19th to early 20th century (1920 Amendment is ratified)
American rise of civil rights movements
Timeline
1950s-1960s (with the Civil Rights Act in 1964 and the Voting Rights Act 1965)
The polarization of society can not be attributed to a single factor. American society, for instance, has been polarized throughout history on a variety of issues.
Vietnam War
1955-1975
Culture Wars 80s and 90s
Debates over issues such as: abortion, homosexuality and censorship.
2020 Presidential Elections
" Us VS Them "
A lense that can lead to a lack of empathy and understanding towards those who hold different beliefs or opinions.
2. Polarization of Society
“Uncivil Agreement- How Politics Became Our Identity” - A study by Liliana Mason
Identity politics have become more prominent in recent years and that has led to an increase in political polarization
Quote
3. Cancel Culture
Cancel Culture “The practice of boycotting or shaming individuals or organizations that do not align with one’s values".
-Merriam Webster Dictionary
Cancel culture and free speech
as empirically observed
Open and honest discussion
Censorship
Intolerance
It’s important to be respectful and tolerant towards all individuals.
People are silenced or shamed for holding different beliefs or opinions
Woke culture preaches tolerance but is intolerant to anyone holding different beliefs.
Conclusion
Examples
It is affecting us directly.
Identity
Rachel Dolezal, a white woman who identified as black
Polarization
Cancel Culture
Ultimately, the question of whether transgender women should be included in women's safe spaces is a complex one that requires consideration of the rights and needs of all individuals involved
Women's safety
In prison facilities
Male prisoners are now allowed to move to a female facility if they claim to be a woman, even if they haven’t undergone any type of process or treatment. Result: Rape cases and pregnancies
Example
- Demi Minor, serving a 30-year sentence for manslaughter
- Incarcerated at a women’s only prison in New Jersey
-> Impregnated 2 female inmates.Language censorship
CurriculaIncorporation of lessons on gender identity and LGBTQ+ issues into curricula, for very young ages.- (the extent to which this is happening varies by location).Children:
Education
It is important for parents and educators to approach these topics with sensitivity and to ensure that children are receiving age-appropriate information and support
Conclusion
There must be a balance between promoting openness and not imposing our own ideals onto others.