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We’re constantly learning more about ourselves. And as we do, many of us begin to realize that the identities we used to align with don’t have the same resonance anymore. So our identity shifts. And that’s perfectly normal! But sometimes it can feel like we’re doing something by beginning to identify differently. Check out this cartoon for a different perspective!

The way languages incorporate gender can have a powerful impact on the expression of identity.

What do you think of the story of #RachelDolezal, the white woman exposed for pretending to be Black? Wondering about the difference between being “transracial” and transgender? Kat Blaque breaks down the truth – and she’s spot on about what so many people are getting wrong.

Are they/them pronouns really “gender neutral” for someone who’s always been read as a fat, Black woman? These are important layers for the conversation on gender identity.

When we live with marginal identities we often have few frameworks for understanding how to move beyond narrow ideas of what our lives should look like.

Gender identity is a deeply personal issue that many people still have trouble understanding and respecting. Unlearning restrictive binary genders is a process, but one that is well worth the effort. This comic highlights the importance of looking past restrictive ideas of gender and embracing the idea that every identity is ‘real’ and deserves to…

“You’re so brave!” There are some really uncool stereotypes about women and sex that become SUPER clear when she says she write about sex and relationships.

Closeup of the lower half of a face. One half is clean shaven and has long hair and bright red lipstick; the other half is unshaven with short hair and no lipstick.

“I never felt like ‘one of the guys.’” One man’s story of being trapped between traditional masculinity and femininity – and finding freedom beyond the gender binary.

Gendered pronouns, gendered bathrooms, gendered greetings – how do you deal with binary expectations at work if you’re non-binary? Here’s how this author gets through.

The idea of “passing” (or “looking cis”) often comes up as a goal for trans people. But not everyone wants to pass – and here’s why this author and other gender non-conforming people need us to ditch the idea.

“Nobody should have that taken away from them.” Work life was going well for Tristan Broussard – until his employers learned he was transgender. Here’s what happened next.

People attending a baby shower

Do gender reveal parties make sense anymore? They don’t have negative intentions, but here’s how these pink and blue extravaganzas can hurt people like this author – with ideas for what to do instead.

Parents mean well, but is the way you’re trying to help your child actually hurting them? Check out Kat Blaque’s illustrated story about gender policing for a crucial lesson every parent could learn from.

Jaden Smith sometimes wears so-called “women’s clothing” – and the people criticizing him for it have gender all wrong. Here’s Kat Blaque with an explanation that will help you get it right.

Person looking confused

Society tells boys it’s not okay to explore gender fluidity – but what if you don’t fit the “norm” of masculinity?

A couple sits against a wall together with their legs dangling

The butch/femme binary can come in small boxes of how we’re “supposed” to be. Here’s some of the damage those boxes can bring – is any of it familiar to you?

A person is standing in front of a maple colored background with only half of their face showing on the right side of the image. They have a tear falling down their cheek.

Think a gender-less approach to IPV work is best? Think again. That actually hurts survivors. Here’s how.

Person holding up a pill

Did you know that more birth control options could exist? Here’s what’s holding us back from them.

One of the most everyday challenging parts of coming out as transgender is the resistance people have to changing the pronouns they use. Sure, some slip-ups are understandable at first. But when people actively refuse to use your pronouns, then that’s a whole other story. Here are ten things that this refusal actually signifies to the trans person.

Three crosses in silhouette against a blue sky.

At 17, I lost my religion. Today, at 27, I want my faith back. I long for a world where we don’t have to choose between our individual freedom and the collective strength provided by our religion. Faith can represent everything good in life — community and shelter and acceptance. Is there a way to push society toward gender equality, without having to lose this?