GENDER

DIVERSITY
Gender Diversity

◦ an umbrella term that is used to describe gender identities

that demonstrate a diversity of expression beyond the
binary framework.
Gender Diversity

◦ about acknowledging and respecting that there are many

ways to identify outside of the binary of male and female

◦ Presenting as gender diverse is not about attention seeking

or receiving special treatment, it is about being one’s
authentic self
Gender Diversity

◦ There is not a need for people to to know about every

gender identity out there. What is more important is that
people respect those who are gender diverse and the
choices they make about their life.
Gender Diversity

◦ Using the correct names and pronouns for gender diverse

people, as well as gender neutral language are reasonable
expectations that is inclusive to gender diverse people.