ettänormatiivisyys
Ettänormatiivisyys, also known as heteronormativity, is a societal assumption that heterosexuality is the only natural or normal sexual orientation. This perspective often dictates social structures, expectations, and individual identities, framing relationships and family units as exclusively heterosexual. It implies that all individuals are or should be heterosexual and that attraction between people of different sexes is the default.
This pervasive societal construct can lead to the marginalization and invalidation of non-heterosexual individuals and identities.
Challenging ettänormatiivisyys involves promoting the understanding and acceptance of diverse sexual orientations. It encourages a shift