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Gender : your guide : a gender-friendly primer on what to know, what to say, and what to do in the new gender culture

by Lee Airton

305.3 /Airton
Nonfiction

"The days of two genders--male, female; boy, girl; blue, pink--are over, if they ever existed at all. Gender is now a global conversation, and one that is constantly evolving. From the differences among gender identity, gender expression, and sex, to the use of gender-neutral pronouns like singular they/them, to thinking about your own participation in gender, Gender: Your Guide serves as a complete primer to all things gender. You will learn how gender works in everyday life, how to use accurate terminology to refer to transgender, non-binary, and/or gender non-conforming individuals, and how to ask when you aren't sure what to do or say. It provides you with the information you need to talk confidently and compassionately about gender diversity, whether simply having a conversation or going to bat as an advocate"--

ICPL staffers have had various conversations about how to navigate pronouns and respecting all patrons' identities in these changing social times. This new book provides some in-depth guidance on modifying one's language and perspective to be more welcoming to all. Recommended for parents of GLBTQ+ youth, public service workers, and just the curious in general! -Melody