Pros And Cons Of Unisex Restrooms

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We all know that there are two main genders, male and female. In public restrooms we have both male and female restrooms. Now what happens when there is a transgender person who needed to go into the restroom? What decision do they make? Should there be a separate bathroom for them to use so they feel a little comfort in knowing they won’t be judged or attacked verbally. We also have to consider the facts that some are requesting to put in unisex restrooms in places where it pertains to the younger crowd, like high school or college. There are many issues that come with allowing unisex restrooms and how much effort it will take to make them. Yet, some places do consider these facts and offer unisex restrooms for transgender individuals. Firstly, the issue that always comes up for some transgendered individuals is that they want their own bathroom where they can go. They get their own space and no one can bother them. It would be called a unisex bathroom. Therefore, both men and women can go in there. Yet, other transgendered individuals feel that they do not need their own …show more content…

There are pros and cons about unisex restrooms and why we should consider it. Some people also are considering putting unisex restrooms in high school and colleges now. I think it will take time because our society usually takes it time in trying to figure things out. We are just barely accepting gays and lesbians and now transgendered people. For us to put in unisex bathrooms for all is another step our society has to learn to take. In the long run, it may benefit the transgender community, because they will have a place to go to the restroom and a place of safety. They don’t have to worry about which restroom they will be using and who will smirk at them next. Therefore, I hope our society figures something out and which symbol to use for unisex restrooms. It can be another win for transgender

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