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What are the two gender neutral pronouns in English?
They are ae/aer/aers and fae/faer/faers. A gender neutral or gender inclusive pronoun is a pronoun which does not associate a gender with the individual who is being discussed.
What are some examples of pronouns that are masculine and feminine?
She/her/hers and he/him/his are a few commonly used pronouns. Some people call these “female/feminine” and “male/masculine” pronouns, but many avoid these labels because not everyone who uses he feels like a “male” or “masculine.”
How do you correct misgendered pronouns in the classroom?
In most cases, it is appropriate to gently correct them without further embarrassing the individual who has been misgendered. This means saying something like “Alex uses the pronoun she,” and then moving on. If other students or faculty are consistently using the wrong pronouns for someone, do not ignore it!
What is the origin of the feminine pronoun ‘she’?
The modern feminine pronoun she, which first appears in the mid twelfth century, seems to have been drafted at least partly to reduce the increasing ambiguity of the pronoun system….
How can organizations encourage employees to use gender-neutral pronouns?
Organizations can encourage all employees, regardless of gender identity, to put their correct pronouns in their email signature, name tags, etc.; ask speakers for their pronouns when preparing conference materials, bios, and introductions; and make corrections when needed because we are a learning community.
Why does appropriate pronoun usage support inclusion?
Why does appropriate pronoun usage support inclusion? Properly using an individual’s correct pronoun is an easy way to show respect. In an instance where a pronoun is not indicated or unknown, gender-neutral pronouns provide a useful option. Whether intentional or not, using the wrong pronouns can be hurtful, angering, and even distracting.
What are some gender-expansive pronouns?
They may opt to use gender-expansive pronouns such as “they/them/theirs” instead of the gendered examples listed above. Though they may be used less often, other options also exist, such as “ze/hir/hirs.” Additionally, instead of gendered honorifics such as “Ms.” or “Mr.”, people may choose to use the more inclusive “Mx (pronounced mix).