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Sat Mar 8, 2025, 09:04 PM Mar 8

Guide to Being an Ally to Transgender and Nonbinary Young People

Welcome!
The first step to becoming an ally to transgender and nonbinary people is to learn more; thank you for taking that step with us!

It can be tough for transgender and nonbinary people to bear the burden of educating others about their lived experiences. Our Guide to Being an Ally to Transgender and Nonbinary Young People is an introductory educational resource that covers a wide range of topics and best practices on how to support transgender and nonbinary people.

We’re here to help begin your education on the basics of gender identity and expression. You’ll be able to better support the trans and nonbinary folks in your life and help to create a safer, kinder, more accepting world.

Introduction
The support guide includes:
The difference between sex and gender
Basics of gender — identity, expression, and perception
Forms of address that show respect (names, pronouns, honorifics)
Helpful tips to increase understanding
Common mistakes and what to do if you’ve made one
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/guide/a-guide-to-being-an-ally-to-transgender-and-nonbinary-youth/#:~:text=Being%20an%20ally%20to%20trans,choose%20to%20validate%20people's%20experiences.



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