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Engaging in critical thought and action around pronouns is one great way to make sure that everyone feels respected and affirmed in however they embody their gender(s).
Below, you’ll find some great pieces of information from Shige Sakurai. They identify as a nonbinary transgender person of color, and are a social justice leader, university administrator, professor, and consultant with two decades of community and professional experiences.
What are personal pronouns? Why do they matter?
How do I use personal pronouns?
What if someone makes a mistake?
How do I share my pronouns?
How do I ask someone their pronouns?
How do I use gender inclusive language?
What additional resources and links can help me?
GLSEN’s Pronouns Guide is helpful, too.There are also lots of great informational threads that have circulated on social media and in the news. Here are a few of my favorites:
Explaining She/They and He/They Pronouns
Why We Need to Stop Saying 'Guys'With all of this information, the most important thing to remember is that each anecdote shared here is only one person’s, or one small group’s perspective. Listening to LGBTQIA+ folks to learn how they would like to be referred to and treated in society is the most meaningful way to be supportive of them, whether you are a member of the community or not.