The Beginner's Guide to Being A Trans Ally

This book provides information and advice to anyone wanting to understand more about trans experiences, including what cisgender means, assigned gender, preferred pronouns, and cis privilege. It offers real-life examples and FAQs to help navigate respectful conversations and create inclusive relationships and spaces.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 21 October 2021
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

What does cisgender mean?

Cisgender is an adjective used to describe a person whose gender identity matches the sex they were assigned at birth. It is a term that is often used in the context of LGBTQ+ identities, as it highlights the experiences of people who do not identify as transgender or nonbinary.

People who refer to assigned gender are using the term to describe the gender that a person is assigned at birth based on their physical characteristics, such as their genitals or chromosomes. This term is often used in a negative way, as it suggests that gender is a fixed and immutable characteristic that cannot be changed.

It is not okay to say preferred pronouns because it is a respectful way to refer to a person's gender identity. Preferred pronouns are the pronouns that a person uses to identify themselves, and they may differ from the gender that they were assigned at birth. Using a person's preferred pronouns is a way to show respect and dignity for their gender identity.

Cis privilege is a term that refers to the advantages that cisgender people have in society due to their gender identity. These advantages can include things like not facing discrimination or harassment, having access to certain spaces and resources, and being perceived as more normal or mainstream.

Cis privilege is not a bad thing, as it is a result of the systemic discrimination and marginalization that transgender and nonbinary people face. However, it is important to be aware of cis privilege and to work to create a more inclusive and equitable society for all gender identities.

If you are curious about the answers to these questions and want to learn more, this book is for you. This easy-to-read guide offers information and advice to anyone wanting to understand more about trans experiences. It explains what gender identity is and arms you with the correct terminology to use. Filled with real-life examples and FAQs, it offers helpful strategies to navigate respectful conversations, speak up against transphobia, and create inclusive relationships and spaces. It is the ideal tool for anyone wanting to become a better ally to transgender and/or nonbinary people.

Weight: 144g
Dimension: 138 x 217 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787757837