46+ ‘Gender’ Writing Prompts
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First Footing
Write a fictional story based on the “first footing” tradition i.e., the first person who enters a home after the…
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Actions Against Inequality
Discuss the local responses to combat growing worldwide social inequality.
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The Suffragette’s Letter
Write a series of letters between a Victorian woman involved in the suffragette movement and her disapproving family.
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The Flapper Feminist
You are a young woman in the 1920s who rejects the traditional gender norms of the time and adopts the…
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Defying Gender Stereotypes
Write a story starring a female character excelling in a typically male-dominated field OR a male character excelling in a…
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My Kingdom, My Rules
Describe a kingdom where you are the ruler. What are the rules? What is the culture like?
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Public Spaces & Identity
Write about how public spaces can be more inclusive of varying sexual orientations and gender identities.
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The Name Effect
Write about the significance and effect of preferred names and pronouns in gender identity.
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The Evolution of Feminism
Examine the evolution of feminism and its significance in contemporary society.
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An Alien’s Perspective on Gender
Write from the perspective of an alien who belongs to a species that has no concept of gender.
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Gender Swap Extravaganza
Imagine and write a story where your lead character swaps genders overnight.
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Women of the Prohibition
Design a scenario of women’s contributions and reactions during the Prohibition Era.
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Breaking Barriers in Sports
Write about a barrier or social issue in sports that you feel is an important topic of discussion.
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Cinderella in Silicon Valley
Reimagine the fairy tale of Cinderella as if it happened in the modern world of technology and start-ups.
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Gender Roles Within The Qun
Write about the gender-based roles within Qunari society, and how it contradicts or aligns with the character’s personal beliefs.
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The Role Reversal
Craft a narrative in which an anime character unexpectedly switches their gender role.
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Anime and Social Issues
Discuss how social issues and societal norms influence the plots, characters, and overall narratives in anime.
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Forgotten Heroines of War
Detail the life of a female ninja, or kunoichi, during the Sengoku period in Japan.
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Unlikely Magical Girl
Create a character who becomes a ‘magical girl’ or ‘magical boy’, despite not fitting the typical mold.
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Agents of Change
Write about a social issue that you feel strongly about, and how you could play a part in addressing it.
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The Feminine Reign
What if women were historically the dominant gender in terms of power, decision-making, and leadership roles?
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Journey towards Self-Identity
Your protagonist is on a journey of self-discovery and identity formation.
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Lady in the Red Dress
Write a story about a femme fatale who uses her wit and charm to manipulate those around her.
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Firsthand Feminism
Interview a female figure in your life about their experiences with gender inequality and write from their perspective.
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Women’s Rights in the Workplace
Write about a time you observed or experienced gender discrimination in the workplace.
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Social Change and You
Write about a social issue you feel strongly about and how it impacts your life.
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The Great Gender Wage Gap
Write a detailed explanation about the gender wage gap, its causes, effects, and potential solutions.
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Revealing The Truth
Write about the moment you first knew your sexual orientation or gender identity, and how it felt to embrace this…
