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What Does LGBTQ Stand for?

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While LGBTQ people have existed for as long as straight people have, we’re getting more recognition than ever before. Today, an estimated 4.5% of U.S. residents identify as LGBTQ, and that statistic is only based on those of us who are “out”.

Other estimates place the percentage of LGBTQ folks at 10% or higher. Plus, recent studies have found that as many as 20% of millennials identify as LGBTQ.

One thing’s for sure, we’re gaining more visibility. Nonetheless, many people still wonder what the LGBTQ acronym stands for. [Read more…] about What Does LGBTQ Stand for?

Gender Neutral Pronouns: The Rise of They/Them/Their

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Gender-neutral pronouns are those that don’t assume a male/female binary. After the recent change by the Merriam-Webster dictionary to add ‘they’ as a way to refer to nonbinary people who do not identify as male nor female, the most common gender neutral pronouns are ‘they, them, their, theirs, themself.’

In contrast, gendered pronouns would be:

  • she, her, hers, herself
  • he, him, his, himself

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8 of the Best Nonbinary Names, Ever!

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A nonbinary name is one that is gender-neutral and is commonly used by men, women and anyone in-between. There are many reasons why you might want to use a nonbinary name for your child or yourself.

Whether it’s to prevent gender stereotyping or because it’s desirable to have, choosing a nonbinary name is a great way to go in today’s modern world.

Continue reading and I’ll walk you through some of my favorite nonbinary names, including what they mean and why they’re compelling. [Read more…] about 8 of the Best Nonbinary Names, Ever!

The Latest on Laverne Cox’s Rising Net Worth: From OITNB to Trans Icon

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Born May 29, 1972, Laverne Cox is a modern day legend. This iconic woman has risen in the world of Hollywood since the early 2010s. Beyond her talent, success, and beauty, Laverne is a powerful and visible advocate for the trans community.

To achieve her rapid rise to stardom, what has her career trajectory been like? And what net worth has Laverne Cox accumulated along her path? Let’s dive into these answers. [Read more…] about The Latest on Laverne Cox’s Rising Net Worth: From OITNB to Trans Icon

Intersex: Its Meaning and Definition

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Current research estimates that intersex people compose 1.7% of the population, which makes being intersex as common as having red hair.

While many people don’t know what it means to be intersex, most people have heard the term before.

What does it mean to be intersex? Can you be intersex without knowing it? How do you find out if you are intersex? [Read more…] about Intersex: Its Meaning and Definition