By Matilda Gosling for Sex Matters and SEEN in Publishing
Gender-identity beliefs have become dominant in publishing, and the silencing of opposing views has created a false impression that few people disagree with them. This belief system has created a working environment that has throttled plural perspectives and truly diverse commissioning. Discrimination towards and harassment of gender-critical staff, authors and agents have had tangible, negative effects on people’s health, safety and livelihoods.
The resulting chilling effect and legal, financial and reputational harms can be reversed with lawful policies and a commitment to diversity of thought.