Elodie Zone Proposes Three-Option Bathroom Arrangement Amid Cross-Gender Washroom Debate

Content creator Elodie Zone has weighed in on the ongoing debate over cross-gender bathroom use, proposing that Kenya introduce a three-option washroom arrangement similar to one she says is practised in Canada.

The debate has intensified following revelations by Kevin Kinuthia and hairdresser Jony that they use women’s washrooms, sparking mixed reactions online over inclusivity, personal comfort and the safety of women and children in public facilities.

Elodie Recalls Facing Backlash Over Earlier Remarks

In a video shared on her Instagram page, Elodie said she had raised concerns about the issue months earlier but faced criticism from Kenyans who accused her of being phobic instead of engaging with the concerns she had highlighted.

“This situation of Jony the hairdresser I brought up months ago, and Kenyans claimed, after me calling me something phobic,” she said, reflecting on the backlash.

The content creator suggested that some people had focused more on attacking her than discussing possible solutions to the issue.

“Anyway, I’m not here to insult anyone… maybe just a bit,” Elodie remarked before outlining her proposal for public washrooms.

Elodie Suggests Three Washroom Categories

Elodie proposed that public facilities have three categories of washrooms: one for biological males, another for biological females and a third for people who do not identify with either category.

“I think Kenya should do what Canada does, you have men’s bathroom, women’s bathroom or any other not one of the two,” she stated.

She explained that her concerns centred particularly on the safety and comfort of young girls using public facilities.

While acknowledging that some people may feel unsafe or uncomfortable using men’s washrooms, Elodie said she would not want her six-year-old daughter sharing a washroom area with a man in an adjacent cubicle.

“I understand they are unsafe when in the men’s bathroom, but there’s no way I’m gonna send my 6yr old daughter to use the bathroom where there’s a man in the next door,” she said.

Raises Concerns Over Possible Misuse

Elodie also questioned whether arrangements designed to accommodate different users could be exploited by individuals with harmful intentions.

“And why this is so dangerous is because men are going to completely abuse this,” she added.

Her remarks have added to the ongoing online discussion about how public facilities should balance inclusion, privacy and safety.