Last night, I wanted to mail
a letter.
It was midnight.
The mailbox is situated
across the street.
Being female,
I debated
whether or not
ensuring the letter
was delivered on time
was worth the risks
all women face
walking anywhere
at night.
I decided it wasn’t
worth the risk.
My husband merely took the letter
from me
and sprinted to the mailbox.
There was no inner debate.
He doesn’t have any concerns
about walking at night
…because he’s a man.
There are fewer threats for him.
“Shoes make it easier
to walk around.
We can put one foot
in front of the other
without constantly
scanning for rocks
or rusty nails.
This invisible insulation
is a form of civilization.
And when it’s unevenly available,
it becomes privilege.
Just as invisible sometimes,
but to make things better,
we need to look at it
and realize that it’s there
and do something.”
When you’re making decisions for
or
pitching products/services to
another demographic,
be aware of your invisible privilege.
Just because it is
an easy decision/action for you,
doesn’t mean it is
an easy decision/action for everyone.