The effect of social pressure and stereotypes about sex/gender is massive, as there is an urge to a certain direction based only on the sex we were born with. Gender capitalism is the recognition of society’s perception of gender and being able to use that perception in the most advantageous way. It does not mean that people cannot identify with their own gender, it just means they do not recognize the stereotypes society places on that gender. Overall, it means people must exceed the limits of social norms and become advocates for each other.


Rain Dove is the androgynous/agender model who has been in many magazines like W,
Vogue, Elle, Marie Claire, Cosmo, Harper's Bazaar, etc. She has created several viral
campaigns including a lingerie shoot challenging Victoria Secrets’ beauty standards which
reached over 35 countries. She is also known for her humanitarian action. Her recent video
combatting HB2 has garnered millions of views and has discovered a previously unexposed
illegality to the bill. She also speaks about homelessness and hunger both of which she has
experienced herself. Prior to her fashion career, she was a wilderness firefighter and also
obtained a BA in Genetic Engineering from UC Berkeley.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx