Growing up, many of us learned that someone’s gender meant that they’re either male or female.
Growing up, many of us learned that someone’s gender meant that they’re either male or female. This is known as the gender binary, and it doesn’t paint a complete picture. While many people do consider themselves either male or female, plenty of individuals do not. Some individuals are non-binary; some individuals only partially identify as a gender; and some individuals do not subscribe to any gender at all. This course will help you understand different gender identities and gender expressions, the challenges some people face in their gender identities within society, and what you can do to promote gender-inclusive strategies and practices in the workplace.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand different gender identities and expressions
- Recognize and use individuals’ correct pronouns
- Avoid practices such as misgendering and deadnaming
- Identify different types of gender stereotypes
- Learn to use gender-neutral language
- Understand anti-discrimination laws and practices
Skills you’ll gain
Diversity AwarenessDiversity And InclusionDiversity TrainingWorkplace DiversityDiversity Equity And Inclusion CertificationGender StudiesWhat You'll Learn
- Understand different gender identities and gender expressions
- Recognize and use individuals' correct pronouns while avoiding misgendering and deadnaming
- Identify different types of gender stereotypes
- Use gender-neutral language in the workplace
- Apply gender-inclusive strategies to records, policies, and facilities
- Understand anti-discrimination laws and practices
Key Takeaways
- The gender binary, the idea that gender is either male or female, does not paint a complete picture, since some individuals are non-binary, only partially identify as a gender, or do not subscribe to any gender at all.
- Sex and gender are distinct concepts, and gender expression is separate from gender identity.
- Using individuals' correct pronouns and avoiding practices such as misgendering and deadnaming supports gender inclusivity.
- Gender-neutral language and inclusive records, policies, and facilities help promote gender-inclusive practices in the workplace.
- Anti-discrimination laws and practices are part of promoting an inclusive workplace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
It is designed for anyone who wants to understand different gender identities and expressions and promote gender-inclusive strategies and practices in the workplace.
What topics does this course cover?
It covers sex versus gender, gender expression, gender stereotypes, gender terms, misgendering, deadnaming, gender-neutral language, pronouns, records and policies, facilities, and anti-discrimination laws.
What skills will I gain from this course?
The course builds skills in diversity awareness, diversity and inclusion, diversity training, workplace diversity, and gender studies, and relates to a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion certification.
What is the gender binary?
The gender binary is the idea that someone's gender means they are either male or female; the course explains that this does not paint a complete picture, as some individuals are non-binary, only partially identify as a gender, or do not subscribe to any gender at all.
Does the course include knowledge checks?
Yes, it includes two Test Your Knowledge lessons along with an Introduction and Conclusion.
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(light upbeat music) Welcome to Knowledge City's course, Gender Identity and Gender Expression. Growing up, many of us learned that the genders were male and female. This is known as the gender binary. And while many people do consider their gender to be male or female, others do not. These individuals can be nonbinary, where they're gender is neither male nor female. Now, think about this statistic. Only 6% of people who identify as nonbinary, are comfortable sharing their identity at work. This course will explore the differences between gender identity and gender expression, as well as the types of genders and will help you create a more inclusive workplace.
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