What is Gender Identity? Gender identity is the internal sense a person has of their identity as male and/or female; and/or a variation or combination of genders. Today, more people feel comfortable to come out regarding their gender identity. It can be a long path to discover and embrace your true self. If your gender does not match your sex, you may even take steps to have your body represent who you really are.
Some people identify as gender nonconforming. Nonconforming means their appearance does not match what we might expect for a female or male. Someone who is nonbinary feels they are neither male nor female. Nonbinary people experience gender existing outside of those ideas.
People who are trans or genderqueer are more likely to be harassed or assaulted. They may also have more mental health challenges due to stigma around their identity.
People from Indigenous communities in North America may use the term Two-Spirited. Two-spirited people are of both genders, or as a third separate gender.
Source
Searching for LGBTQ Health. (n.d.). Trans community. Retrieved from http://lgbtqhealth.ca/
This workshop is delivered by Equity Educate and has been designed for all employees at Nova Scotia Community College to gain a better understanding of how to foster an environment that is safe and welcoming for transgender and gender diverse communities. It begins by exploring basic concepts, terminology, and respectful use of language. After laying this foundation, a deeper look at the nuanced barriers faced by people of diverse gender identities will be explored to gain a better understanding of why building gender-inclusive spaces is so vital. Employees will also learn about gender-inclusive practices and where to go for more resources.
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