One of the things that the people of Evanave value is balance, and one of the ways this is shown is in their gender relations. Men and women are viewed as individuals capable of tasks set before them, regardless of gender. The belief is that people should be in careers based off of life skills and interests not based on gender stereotypes.

As far as marriages go, they are arranged, and only acknowledged between men and women. Since we do not practice dowry or brideprice, this means that neither gender is valued above the other, but considered equal. Likewise, if a women wants to plow the field and her husband stay home with the children, then that is acceptable, this of course affects subsistence and family life. In Evanave, doing work that suits the individual's skill set is highly valued, therefore male/female stereotypes are thrown out the window.

Men and women have equal power in all areas of society, this be exercised differently by the individual, based on their preferences. Both genders are valued as political and religious leaders as well as renowned artists and communicators. It is important to note that while men are highly valued in this civilization, they are not thought of as higher than women, rather their match. Both genders serve to keep the other in check, so one does not consistently better itself at the suffering and sacrifice of the other.

Part of the reason that this system works so well in Evanave is the people’s ability to communicate with one another, both verbally and nonverbally. As far as a verbal language is concerned Evanave’s native tongue can best be described as a blend of what we know to be Latin, Greek, and modern Italian, with high contrast between long and short consonants and distinctive stress on the syllables in the words. The Evanave language is both written and spoken, as well as openly exchanged between men and women.

Not surprisingly, given the value of equality and balance in this society, men and women speak openly and honestly to one another. There are no taboos on a married man having a discussion with a women who is not his wife, and the same goes for women in relation to men.

Since our society stresses equality for both genders, a huge amount of respect is also a part of our culture. Men respect women if they choose to go out and work instead of staying home to raise the children. No one would think of them as a bad parent because they choose to join the work force. The same respect would be given to the man if he chose to stay at home with his children instead of working outside.

In relation to proxemics, the Evanavese culture is one that values both personal and public space. Public space is about 3 feet away from the individual. People who are outside of this radius are likely to be merely acquaintances. When people stand closer than three feet together for a conversation, it means there is an intimate level of trust between the pairing. This is true no matter what the gender. Also, a hand gesture that requires both parties to grasp and shake the other’s right hand while having their respective left hands surround the right. This is a sign that is typically exchange upon meeting a close friend or someone you wish to embark on a business endeavor with; it is a general sign of good will.

Evanavese are a peaceful group when it comes to verbal altercations. Not being quick to lose their tempers makes it easier for the genders to work side-by-side in so many different walks of life.