In her work, British comedian and author Lolly Adefope frequently addresses issues of gender and social conventions. She makes some noteworthy observations, one of which is that sexism can appear even when it doesn't specifically refer to women. Imagine a classroom setting where students are discussing the best ways to repair leaking faucets. They talk about the necessary equipment, methods, and supplies without identifying anyone's sex. A bias that doesn't come from saying outright that "women can't do this," but rather from a pattern of omission or representation, is implied if all the examples only show men performing the repairs.

Adefope's observation emphasizes how sexism manifests itself in everyday language and behavior as well as in overt statements. She notes that an environment that is implicitly biased against women can be created by the way discussions are conducted, who receives recognition for their accomplishments, and which roles are portrayed as being more appropriate for one gender than the other.

Adefope urges people to be more conscious of their communication and gender representation by bringing attention to these less overt forms of sexism. This knowledge aids in dispelling myths and establishing a more welcoming environment where all people, regardless of gender, are treated with respect and feel appreciated.