Standpoint Theory developed by Sandra Harding and Julia T. Wood. A standpoint is a place from which to view the world around us. Whatever our vantage point, its location tends to focus our attention on some features of the natural and social landscape while obscuring others. Synonyms for standpoint
include viewpoint, perspective, outlook, and position. Women as marginalized group, where in, women can’t reallt express and do what they want because they believe that men is dominant than women. Men tend to want more autonomy; women tend to want
more connection.
This difference is evident in each group’s communication. The
masculine community uses speech to accomplish tasks, assert self, and gain power. The feminine community uses speech to build relationships, include others, and show responsiveness. Everybody have different standpoints depending on their social, political, economic, life, which affects their worldview.
Everybody has different experiences, the reality and truth is based on data and facts. And sometimes, marginalized viewpoints are more objective and accurate.
Communication Theory 