Examples of Pronouns
What are the most common pronouns used by men?
He/Him
What is the only way to know someone's pronouns?
Ask them!
True or False: You can express your gender in any way you want that feels good and right to you.
True
Instead of "mom and dad", what language can you use that is more inclusive of all genders?
Parent
Older people
Relative
Birth givers
Guardian
Caregiver
Grown up
Human who feeds and waters me
What should you do when you realize you have misgendered someone?
Stop, apologize, correct yourself, and move on.
What are the most common pronouns used by women?
She/Her
When you meet someone new, what can you do to normalize exchanging pronouns?
Introduce yourself with your pronouns first.
What is something you can purchase to help you express your gender?
Clothing, makeup, etc.
Instead of "sister and brother", what language can you use that is more inclusive of all genders?
Sibling
Relative
Family member
Person who I may or may not be blood related with
Person who annoys me
Familiar
Person that lives in my house
Why is it important to move on quickly after accidentally misgendering someone and correcting yourself?
If you apologize too much and make the mistake bigger than it is, you can make the misgendered person feel uncomfortable and end up making the situation about yourself.
What are the most common pronouns used by non-binary people?
They/Them
How can you use your language to show you are accepting of all people's genders?
Use inclusive language.
What is something you can change/control about your body to express your gender?
Hair style, body language, voice, etc.
Instead of "girlfriend and boyfriend", what language can you use that is more inclusive of all genders?
Beautiful person
Person who loves me
Person who i like
Partner
My person
My other
My other half
My baby
My special one
What can you do to avoid misgendering people?
Practice using different pronouns. Practice using the correct pronouns for a specific individual person.
True or False: People can choose to identify with more than one set of pronouns?
For example: She/They or They/Xe
True
How can you normalize exchanging pronouns in written correspondence such as letters or emails?
Include your pronouns with your name.
What is something you can ask other people to use to express your gender?
Your chosen name and pronouns.
Instead of "ladies and gentlemen", what language can you use that is more inclusive of all genders?
People
Everybody of all genders
Humans
Public
Ladies, gentlemen, and people of all genders
Friends
How can you respond if someone corrects you about another person's pronouns?
Stop, apologize, correct yourself, and move on.
Name a set of pronouns that do not include she/her, he/him, or they/them.
Xe/Xem (Zee/Zem)
Ze/Hir (Zee/Heer)
Ey/Em (Aye/Ehm)
Fae/Faer (Fay/Fair)
Hu/Hume (Hyoom/Hoom)
Why is it important to normalize sharing pronouns?
It makes people with less common pronouns feel welcome, safe, and included in a space. We want all humans to feel respected. It's an easy way to make our world feel more inclusive to all kinds of people.
True or False: You should match your gender expression to your gender identity.
False! There is no such thing as "matching"! Anyone can express their gender in whatever way they want regardless of their gender identity.
Instead of "guys", what language can you use that is more inclusive of all genders?
Folks / Folx
People
Mates
Humans
Animals of the same species
Ya’ll
Peeps
People who breathe air
Guys, gals, and non-binary pals
Pals
What can you say if you hear someone else misgender someone you know?
"Actually, that person uses _____ pronouns."
Repeat the person's sentence using the correct pronouns.
Insert the correct pronoun at the right moment.
"In case you didn't know, that person's pronouns are _____. Please don't misgender that person."
"That person is _____ gender, and you should always use ______ pronouns when you refer to them."