{"id":2429,"date":"2020-04-26T10:00:19","date_gmt":"2020-04-26T10:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/?post_type=glossary&#038;p=2429"},"modified":"2020-04-26T15:56:44","modified_gmt":"2020-04-26T15:56:44","slug":"misgender","status":"publish","type":"glossary","link":"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/glossary\/misgender\/","title":{"rendered":"misgender"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2430\" src=\"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/download-3-1.jpg\" alt=\"misgender\" width=\"243\" height=\"208\"\/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>To <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  title=\"Glossary: misgender\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;misgender&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;&amp;amp;nbsp;To misgender refers to (someone, especially a person that is transgender) using a word, especially a pronoun or form of address, that does not correctly reflect the gender with which they identify.According to GLSEN, if you accidentally use the wrong pronoun and misgender a person when identifying someone please correct yourself in front of that person. Begin using the right pronoun. Everyone makes mistakes. Making visible your work to respect and use someone&rsquo;s pronoun after a mistake is an important. It is not the responsibility of the transgender or gender nonconforming (non-binary) person to address your feelings after misgendering. Use gender-neutral language such as they, them, you all, folks, etc.For more interactive activities to avoid misgendering, click here.Check out my resource hub, especially the link about the genderbread person!&lt;\/div&gt;\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>misgender<\/span> refers to (someone, especially a person that is <a href=\"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/glossary\/transgender\/\">transgender<\/a>) using a word, especially a pronoun or form of address, that does not correctly reflect the <a href=\"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/glossary\/gender\/\">gender<\/a> with which they identify.<\/p>\n<p>According to GLSEN, if you accidentally use the wrong pronoun and <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  title=\"Glossary: misgender\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;misgender&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;&amp;amp;nbsp;To misgender refers to (someone, especially a person that is transgender) using a word, especially a pronoun or form of address, that does not correctly reflect the gender with which they identify.According to GLSEN, if you accidentally use the wrong pronoun and misgender a person when identifying someone please correct yourself in front of that person. Begin using the right pronoun. Everyone makes mistakes. Making visible your work to respect and use someone&rsquo;s pronoun after a mistake is an important. It is not the responsibility of the transgender or gender nonconforming (non-binary) person to address your feelings after misgendering. Use gender-neutral language such as they, them, you all, folks, etc.For more interactive activities to avoid misgendering, click here.Check out my resource hub, especially the link about the genderbread person!&lt;\/div&gt;\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>misgender<\/span> a person when identifying someone please correct yourself in front of that person. Begin using the right pronoun. Everyone makes mistakes. Making visible your work to respect and use someone&rsquo;s pronoun after a mistake is an important. It is not the responsibility of the <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  title=\"Glossary: transgender\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;transgender&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Transgender describes people whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth (GLAAD).&nbsp;&nbsp;For some people, their gender identity does not fit neatly into those two choices. For people that are transgender, the sex they were assigned at birth and their own internal gender identity do not match. Some people that are transgender try to bring their body in alignment with their identity, called a transition.FlagThe light blue stripes are the traditional color for baby boys. The pink stripes the traditional color for baby girls. The white stripe is for those who are transitioning or consider themselves having a neutral or undefined gender.&amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;Healthcare&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;This involves many surgeries such as top surgeries, gender reconstructive surgeries, the list goes on. People that are transgender can seek out voice therapy to change their voice to match their desired gender.&nbsp; Cost is the main barrier. Most health insurance companies do not cover surgeries or therapies. So, it is all out of pocket. For people that are transgender, this is near impossible because of income, especially if they are not out or not supported by their loved ones.&amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;Sexual Orientation&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;Like everyone else, transgender people have a sexual orientation. People that are transgender may be straight, lesbian, gay, bisexual, or queer. For example, a person who transitions from male-aligned to female-aligned and is attracted solely to male-aligned individuals&nbsp; would typically identify as a straight individual. A person who transitions from female-aligned to male-aligned and is attracted solely to people that are male-aligned would typically identify as a gay individual.&amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;Pronouns &amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;Pronouns are extremely important for people that are transgender. Ask their pronouns and name. People that are transgender may go by a different name then what was given to them at birth. If you&amp;#039;re unsure which pronoun a person uses, listen first to the pronoun other people use when referring to that person. If you must ask which pronoun the person uses, start with your own. For example, &amp;quot;Hi, I&amp;#039;m Alex and I use the pronouns he and him. What about you?&amp;quot; If you accidently use the wrong pronoun for someone, apologize quickly and sincerely, then move forward with intention. The bigger deal you make out of the situation, the more uncomfortable it is for everyone.So if you are or know someone who is transgender, you are valid. If you are seeking help or services, or are an ally wanting to learn more please visit my resource hub for more links that can direct you on where to start. A great starting place is GLAAD. Additionally, as allies, educate yourself on the exploitation of this community for financial gain, and the high incidence of violence against people that are transgender , especially for people of color that are transgender.&nbsp;&lt;\/div&gt;\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>transgender<\/span> or <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  title=\"Glossary: gender\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;gender&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;The World Health Organization defines this as the result of socially constructed ideas about the behavior, actions, and roles of a particular sex. It is not interchangeable with sex, which is based off genitals. It is decided is based on our internal experience, or &amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;gender identity&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;.A person cannot choose gender identity, but they can choose words to define it.&nbsp; People can identify as male, female, transgender, non-binary. &amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;Genderqueer&nbsp;&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;is term used for those who don&amp;#039;t fit into the identity of masculine or feminine. &amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;Genderfluid &amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;represents those who may feel a woman for some period of time, or a man for another period of time. Some do identify as &amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;agender&nbsp;&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;which can vary in meaning for many people but could mean genderless.It&amp;#039;s important to recognize&nbsp;&amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;gender diversity. &amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;This is an umbrella term to describe an ever-evolving array of labels people may apply when their identity does not conform to the norms and stereotypes others expect.This article is a great explanation of the above concepts.Check out my resource hub for more information.&lt;\/div&gt;\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>gender<\/span> nonconforming (<a href=\"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/glossary\/non-binary\/\">non-binary<\/a>) person to address your feelings after misgendering. Use <span class=\"glossaryLink\"  title=\"Glossary: gender\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;gender&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;The World Health Organization defines this as the result of socially constructed ideas about the behavior, actions, and roles of a particular sex. It is not interchangeable with sex, which is based off genitals. It is decided is based on our internal experience, or &amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;gender identity&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;.A person cannot choose gender identity, but they can choose words to define it.&nbsp; People can identify as male, female, transgender, non-binary. &amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;Genderqueer&nbsp;&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;is term used for those who don&amp;#039;t fit into the identity of masculine or feminine. &amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;Genderfluid &amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;represents those who may feel a woman for some period of time, or a man for another period of time. Some do identify as &amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;agender&nbsp;&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;which can vary in meaning for many people but could mean genderless.It&amp;#039;s important to recognize&nbsp;&amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;gender diversity. &amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;This is an umbrella term to describe an ever-evolving array of labels people may apply when their identity does not conform to the norms and stereotypes others expect.This article is a great explanation of the above concepts.Check out my resource hub for more information.&lt;\/div&gt;\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>gender<\/span>-neutral language such as they, them, you all, folks, etc.<\/p>\n<p>For more interactive activities to avoid misgendering, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glsen.org\/sites\/default\/files\/Misgendering-and-Respect-for-Pronouns.pdf\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Check out my <a href=\"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/resource-directory\/\">resource hub, <\/a>especially the link about the genderbread person!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; To <span class=\"glossaryLink\" title=\"Glossary: misgender\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;misgender&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;&amp;amp;nbsp;To misgender refers to (someone, especially a person that is transgender) using a word, especially a pronoun or form of address, that does not correctly reflect the gender with which they identify.According to GLSEN, if you accidentally use the wrong pronoun and misgender a person when identifying someone please correct yourself in front of that person. Begin using the right pronoun. Everyone makes mistakes. Making visible your work to respect and use someone&rsquo;s pronoun after a mistake is an important. It is not the responsibility of the transgender or gender nonconforming (non-binary) person to address your feelings after misgendering. Use gender-neutral language such as they, them, you all, folks, etc.For more interactive activities to avoid misgendering, click here.Check out my resource hub, especially the link about the genderbread person!&lt;\/div&gt;\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">misgender<\/span> refers to (someone, especially a person that is <span class=\"glossaryLink\" title=\"Glossary: transgender\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;transgender&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Transgender describes people whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth (GLAAD).&nbsp;&nbsp;For some people, their gender identity does not fit neatly into those two choices. For people that are transgender, the sex they were assigned at birth and their own internal gender identity do not match. Some people that are transgender try to bring their body in alignment with their identity, called a transition.FlagThe light blue stripes are the traditional color for baby boys. The pink stripes the traditional color for baby girls. The white stripe is for those who are transitioning or consider themselves having a neutral or undefined gender.&amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;Healthcare&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;This involves many surgeries such as top surgeries, gender reconstructive surgeries, the list goes on. People that are transgender can seek out voice therapy to change their voice to match their desired gender.&nbsp; Cost is the main barrier. Most health insurance companies do not cover surgeries or therapies. So, it is all out of pocket. For people that are transgender, this is near impossible because of income, especially if they are not out or not supported by their loved ones.&amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;Sexual Orientation&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;Like everyone else, transgender people have a sexual orientation. People that are transgender may be straight, lesbian, gay, bisexual, or queer. For example, a person who transitions from male-aligned to female-aligned and is attracted solely to male-aligned individuals&nbsp; would typically identify as a straight individual. A person who transitions from female-aligned to male-aligned and is attracted solely to people that are male-aligned would typically identify as a gay individual.&amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;Pronouns &amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;Pronouns are extremely important for people that are transgender. Ask their pronouns and name. People that are transgender may go by a different name then what was given to them at birth. If you&amp;#039;re unsure which pronoun a person uses, listen first to the pronoun other people use when referring to that person. If you must ask which pronoun the person uses, start with your own. For example, &amp;quot;Hi, I&amp;#039;m Alex and I use the pronouns he and him. What about you?&amp;quot; If you accidently use the wrong pronoun for someone, apologize quickly and sincerely, then move forward with intention. The bigger deal you make out of the situation, the more uncomfortable it is for everyone.So if you are or know someone who is transgender, you are valid. If you are seeking help or services, or are an ally wanting to learn more please visit my resource hub for more links that can direct you on where to start. A great starting place is GLAAD. Additionally, as allies, educate yourself on the exploitation of this community for financial gain, and the high incidence of violence against people that are transgender , especially for people of color that are transgender.&nbsp;&lt;\/div&gt;\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">transgender<\/span>) using a word, especially a pronoun or form of address, that does not correctly reflect the <span class=\"glossaryLink\" title=\"Glossary: gender\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;gender&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;The World Health Organization defines this as the result of socially constructed ideas about the behavior, actions, and roles of a particular sex. It is not interchangeable with sex, which is based off genitals. It is decided is based on our internal experience, or &amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;gender identity&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;.A person cannot choose gender identity, but they can choose words to define it.&nbsp; People can identify as male, female, transgender, non-binary. &amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;Genderqueer&nbsp;&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;is term used for those who don&amp;#039;t fit into the identity of masculine or feminine. &amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;Genderfluid &amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;represents those who may feel a woman for some period of time, or a man for another period of time. Some do identify as &amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;agender&nbsp;&amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;which can vary in meaning for many people but could mean genderless.It&amp;#039;s important to recognize&nbsp;&amp;lt;strong&amp;gt;gender diversity. &amp;lt;\/strong&amp;gt;This is an umbrella term to describe an ever-evolving array of labels people may apply when their identity does not conform to the norms and stereotypes others expect.This article is a great explanation of the above concepts.Check out my resource hub for more information.&lt;\/div&gt;\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">gender<\/span> with which they identify. According to GLSEN, if you accidentally use the wrong pronoun and <span class=\"glossaryLink\" title=\"Glossary: misgender\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;misgender&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;&amp;amp;nbsp;To misgender refers to (someone, especially a person that is transgender) using a word, especially a pronoun or form of address, that does not correctly reflect the gender with which they identify.According to GLSEN, if you accidentally use the wrong pronoun and misgender a person when identifying someone please correct yourself in front of that person. Begin using the right pronoun. Everyone makes mistakes. Making visible your work to respect and use someone&rsquo;s pronoun after a mistake is an important. It is not the responsibility of the transgender or gender nonconforming (non-binary) person to address your feelings after misgendering. Use gender-neutral language such as they, them, you all, folks, etc.For more interactive activities to avoid misgendering, click here.Check out my resource hub, especially the link about the genderbread person!&lt;\/div&gt;\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">misgender<\/span> a person when identifying someone please correct yourself in front &hellip;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/glossary\/misgender\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">misgender<\/span> Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","meta":{"_bbp_topic_count":0,"_bbp_reply_count":0,"_bbp_total_topic_count":0,"_bbp_total_reply_count":0,"_bbp_voice_count":0,"_bbp_anonymous_reply_count":0,"_bbp_topic_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_reply_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_forum_subforum_count":0,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":""},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/glossary\/2429"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/glossary"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/glossary"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/glossary\/2429\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2500,"href":"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/glossary\/2429\/revisions\/2500"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/norahspeaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2429"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}