Navigating these moments with intention and confidence is key to creating more inclusive and respectful holiday environments.

We use the -e ending. There is no 100% right or wrong answer. As with any choice involving inclusivity, we must ask: Who are we centering in our choice? Who are we excluding?

Praxis’ 2024 reflection on transgender visibility has some nuance to it. The short version is that we want more than just visibility; we want liberation.

Elle in Spanish is often used as a non-gendered replacement for él and ella. Previously, the x and @ sign have been used to modify words and create inclusive versions. However…

How do we define LGBT? Should I use the Q? What about the plus? Praxis’ vocabulary list explains the differences between gender, sex, sexual orientation, etc.

After you assess your safety and consider your goals and their motivation, and you decide you will engage, here are some options of what you can say. Use whatever is most authentic to you.

We will keep each other safe. We will center joy and celebrate our identities. We will fight back. TGNC people have always been here and we will ensure they always will be.

Why is this pronoun stuff becoming such a big deal? What do I do when people list multiple pronouns? I don’t understand all these new words. What if it’s just too hard for me? What's the difference between trans & nonbinary?

They/them pronouns have been around for centuries, are commonly accepted by dictionaries, and most importantly, are a simple way to provide basic human respect to folks who use them.