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What does heterosexism mean?

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Noun
  1. The assumption made when relating to others that everyone is heterosexual.
  2. Discrimination against homosexuals, bisexuals and asexuals in favor of heterosexuals.
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In this context, it may be extremely valuable to explore the implications of heterosexism in your client's life.
We strive to eliminate sexism, ageism, heterosexism and other forms of discrimination from our lives.
Patriarchy, sexism, heterosexism and globalization are all root causes of this particular form of exploitation.
It ties in with a little bit on heterosexism, but basically it's on homophobia.
How do sexism, heterosexism and homophobia work together to constrain sexuality and gender and to punish transgression of these categories?
Gender violence also includes harassment and abuse based on heterosexism and homophobia.

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