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They, them, theirs? The push for going gender-neutral in the workplace
Source: CNN Money
Author: Julia Carpenter
Questions for Discussion:
- Has your group ever discussed ways to create space that is welcoming and inclusive for folks who identify as non-binary*? If so, what ideas did you discuss? If not, why do you think that is the case?
- The article calls out a number of ways that workplaces can support non-binary employees, like avoiding gendered language and providing gender-neutral bathrooms on every floor. In your experience, what structural challenges still exist for companies and organizations that are dedicated to supporting non-binary people?
- Max Masure, who was interviewed for this article, differentiates calling out and calling in. Do you find this to be a useful distinction? If you saw or heard someone being misgendered, are you more likely to call out or call in?
*Unfamiliar with the term non-binary? Check out the PFLAG National Glossary of Terms for a basic definition or commit to a quick Google search to learn more!
