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At the 2015 Glamour Women of the Year Awards, Reese Witherspoon delivered a speech highlighting how too often today, women are not valued in professional settings, and are not hired into leadership positions, therefore their opinions and ideas are not being valued in media.

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Reece Witherspoon Woman of the Year full speech - Ambition is not a dirty word!

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NDSU Student Voices has a section titled "This is what a feminist looks like." The section is dedicated to the opinions of students on a few of the WGS classes, as well as showcases a few images of students with feminist signs.

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The Women and Gender Studies student gallery is dedicated to showcasing your feminist artistic and literary work!

If are an NDSU student and would like to submit a digital copy of a photo, piece of art, essay, short story, poem, or other work to the WGS student gallery, please contact Erienne Fawcett via e-mail, Erienne.Fawcett@ndsu.edu

This class is very interesting and gives a different outlook on men and masculinity - Travis

I really enjoyed this class (favorite one of the semester). It allows you to look at important issues in society and talk about them openly. I liked hearing others' opinions and views that differed from mine. This class opened my eyes to a lot of important topics. - Hallie

Other students should take this class because it really gives you a new way to look at why men act the way they do. It gives you the opportunity to learn about masculinity, and relate it to your own experiences. -- Allie

An awesome critical thinking class that sheds light on everyone's issues, men and women

This class is a rewarding challenge to look at issues from different perspectives

WGS 350 is an interactive, discussion-based class that taught students the impact that gender roles and expectations have on ALL individuals in our society, regardless of anatomical sex or sexual orientation

This class has been the most influential class that I have taken during my four years at NDSU. I have grown as a person. This is the class I am excited to attend.

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Student Voices | Women and Gender Studies | NDSU

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The Women and Gender Studies student gallery is dedicated to showcasing your feminist artistic and literary work! If are an NDSU student and would like to submit a digital copy of a photo, piece of art, essay, short story, poem, or other work to the WGS student gallery, please contact Erienne Fawcett via e-mail, Erienne.Fawcett@ndsu.edu This class is very interesting and gives a different outlook on men and masculinity - Travis I really enjoyed this class (favorite one of the semester).

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Bud Light sparked an outrage when trans woman Dylan Mulvaney posted a paid promotional tiktok for them.

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The US Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at Howard University on April 25th at a rally for women's health rights.

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Tonight, we rally for our rights!

Join @KamalaHarris alongside @ACLU, @Emilyslist, @PPFA, and @NARAL at 6pm at Howard University in DC. Kamala Harris is kicking off this campaign by centering reproductive freedom, and we're right there with her!

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Tonight, we rally for our rights!

Join @KamalaHarris alongside @ACLU, @Emilyslist, @PPFA, and @NARAL at 6pm at Howard University in DC. Kamala Harris is kicking off this campaign by centering reproductive freedom, and we're right there with her! https://t.co/KDwTQfu8bk

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Tonight, we rally for our rights!

Join @KamalaHarris alongside @ACLU, @Emilyslist, @PPFA, and @NARAL at 6pm at Howard University in DC. Kamala Harris is kicking off this campaign by centering reproductive freedom, and we're right there with her! pic.twitter.com/KDwTQfu8bk
— Women's March (@womensmarch) April 25, 2023

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Tonight, we rally for our rights!

Join @KamalaHarris alongside @ACLU, @Emilyslist, @PPFA, and @NARAL at 6pm at Howard University in DC. Kamala Harris is kicking off this campaign by centering reproductive freedom, and we're right there with her! https://t.co/KDwTQfu8bk

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Tonight, we rally for our rights!

Join @KamalaHarris alongside @ACLU, @Emilyslist, @PPFA, and @NARAL at 6pm at Howard University in DC. Kamala Harris is kicking off this campaign by centering reproductive freedom, and we're right there with her! https://t.co/KDwTQfu8bk

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Tonight, we rally for our rights!

Join @KamalaHarris alongside @ACLU, @Emilyslist, @PPFA, and @NARAL at 6pm at Howard University in DC. Kamala Harris is kicking off this campaign by centering reproductive freedom, and we're right there with her!

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156 women stood together and testified against USA Gymnastics coach Larry Nassar. These women took a huge step, and publicized their abuse in an effort to both put Nassar behind bars, and to raise awareness of abuse within the Olympic sphere.

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Simone Biles and Other Olympians Testify on Larry Nassar Sexual Assault Investigation

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Intersectional feminism understand the many different reasons why a woman may face discrimination. It understands that although we are all women, there are other factors that separate us, such as race, sexuality, and socioeconomic class.

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Throughout US history, many disabled women have been forcefully sterilized. Many women who were deemed "feebleminded" or "degenerate" in the 1920s were sterilized against their will.

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Disabled people have fought to make their own decisions about their bodies. But many laws still take that decision away. These include laws about sterilization.

Sterilization is a procedure that stops someone from ever having babies. Disabled people should get to decide if they are sterilized or not. But laws in many states say that sometimes a doctor can sterilize a disabled person even when that person does not want it. These laws let judges, along with other people like family members or guardians, make the decision for the disabled person. This is called forced sterilization.

There are many laws in the United States that allow forced
sterilization of disabled people. Today, 31 states and Washington, D.C., have laws allowing forced sterilization of disabled people. Under these laws, a judge can decide whether to sterilize someone. This happens when the judge thinks the disabled
person cannot make the decision on their own. The judge can order the sterilization if they think it is the best choice for the
disabled person.

Some people say that these laws are not bad, because they are meant to help disabled people. They say that sterilization means a person does not need to worry about getting pregnant or having children. But taking away this choice can hurt disabled people for the rest of their lives.

Forced sterilization takes away disabled people's control over their bodies. It takes away their ability to make decisions about having children. It is just one example of the many ways that lots
of disabled people do not get to make these basic decisions. We need to come up with new laws. These laws should let disabled people make decisions about important things like whether to be sterilized. We need big changes, and disabled people can lead the way

We wrote this report in Plain Language. Plain Language is a style that is more accessible to many people. We wrote this report with help from the Autistic Women and Nonbinary Network .

See the Forced Sterilization Laws in Each State and Territory (Appendix) here.

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Forced Sterilization of Disabled People in the United States - National Women's Law Center

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Disabled people have fought to make their own decisions about their bodies. But many laws still take that decision away. These include laws about sterilization. Sterilization is a procedure that stops someone from ever having babies. Disabled people should get to decide if they are sterilized or not.

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Black women in the US continue to be oppressed for both their sex and race. This study shows the declining marriage rates for black women, and cites a few reasons why this may be occuring.

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Any attempt to understand the African-American female must begin with slavery, because her existence in the United States was conceived and defined in that context. In slavery, black women were treated as breeders, satisfiers of white men's lusts, and workers. They were property. Sexual exploitation shaped their lives during and after the period of slavery. Factors contributing to their current lack of potential partners among black men are drug abuse, the violent deaths of black males at early ages, and the increasing rate of imprisonment of black males. Black women appear to endure unnecessary abusive relationships due to the limited numbers of eligible black males and the past negative experiences of their ancestors. Nevertheless, black women consider their relationships with men to be important. Their low marriage rate is often the result of limited opportunities. While female subordination and male dominance are central concerns of middle-class women in mainstream society, poverty, exclusion, workplace discrimination, and powerlessness are crucial issues for black women. Despite the obstacles they confront, African- American women remain a stabilizing force for their families, their communities, and society. Women should unite to positively and significantly change the treatment of minorities and women in the criminal justice system and professions. 37 references

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African-American Women: The Oppressive Intersection of Gender, Race and Class

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Any attempt to understand the African-American female must begin with slavery, because her existence in the United States was conceived and defined in that context. In slavery, black women were treated as breeders, satisfiers of white men's lusts, and workers. They were property. Sexual exploitation shaped their lives during and after the period of slavery.

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The US continues to move towards anti-LGBT, and specifically anti-trans, legislation in many states. In North Dakota, 10 bills have been sent to the Governor that will limit trans rights in the state.

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North Dakota's Legislature advanced 10 bills Tuesday that advocates say target the state's LGBTQ community, setting a single-day record for such legislation, according to the Human Rights Campaign, the country's largest LGBTQ advocacy group.

The state Senate passed all 10 bills, which had already passed the House, on Monday. Eight of them are headed to Gov. Doug Burgum, a Republican, for either a signature or a veto.

Those eight include a broad measure that would ban "adult-oriented performances" on public property or in front of minors, which could restrict many forms of drag. Some of the bills passed with veto-proof majorities, including one that would restrict gender-affirming medical care for minors and another that would ban transgender students in public and private K-12 schools and colleges from playing sports on school teams that align with their gender identities.

Two bills have been returned to the House after the Senate added amendments. They would prohibit trans people in the state from updating the sex on their birth certificates and would ban state facilities from allowing trans people to use the restrooms and locker rooms that correspond with their gender identities.

Cathryn Oakley, the state legislative director and senior counsel at the Human Rights Campaign, said in a statement that the 10 bills "have the sole aim of pushing LGBTQ+ people back into the closet" and urged Burgum to reject them.

"It's shameful, yet not surprising, that instead of spending their day attempting to tackle the real issues facing North Dakotans, extremist legislators in Bismarck were working vigorously to rile up the far fringes of their base - and now some of their most marginalized constituents could pay the price," Oakley said in the statement.

It's unclear whether Burgum will support the measures. Last week, he vetoed a bill that would've allowed school personnel to misgender trans students and barred school districts from adopting "a policy or practice regarding expressed gender." The Senate overrode his veto, but the House was unable to garner the two-thirds majority needed to uphold the override.

In a letter to state Senate President Tammy Miller regarding his veto, Burgum said ambiguity in the bill "would invite lawsuits and put teachers in the precarious position of trying to determine how to refer to students without violating the law."

"The teaching profession is challenging enough without the heavy hand of state government forcing teachers to take on the role of pronoun police," he wrote.

North Dakota's legislation is part of a nationwide wave: State lawmakers have introduced more than 450 bills targeting the LGBTQ community so far this year, according to the American Civil Liberties Union and a separate group of researchers who are tracking the flow of legislation.

More than half of those target transgender youths by restricting their access to either transition-related care - like puberty blockers, hormone therapy and surgery - or school sports teams.

If North Dakota's health care and sports restrictions become law, it will become the 14th state to restrict transition-related health care for minors and the 20th to restrict trans students' participation in school sports.

During debate on the health care bill Monday, Sen. Keith Boehm, a Republican, falsely claimed that puberty blockers permanently sterilize children and referred to transition-related care as "child mutilation," according to KFGO, a local public radio station.

"If someone, once they are an adult, wants to sterilize themselves, or cut off body parts, they have every right to do so - not children," Boehm said, according to KFGO.

Democratic Sen. Ryan Braunberger spoke against the bills Monday and said that, as a gay young person, laws restricting LGBTQ rights contributed to his decision to attempt suicide.

"I was lucky to survive that suicide attempt - to be here - but many others have not and will not," Braunberger said. If the bills pass, then "kids like me across the state will feel like the world is against them. They'll eventually feel like they can no longer go on."

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North Dakota's Legislature advanced 10 bills Tuesday that advocates say target the state's LGBTQ community, setting a single-day record for such legislation, according to the Human Rights Campaign, the country's largest LGBTQ advocacy group. The state Senate passed all 10 bills, which had already passed the House, on Monday.

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Male privilege comes in many subtle ways, sometimes so subtle that men refuse to see it. However, this privilege can be highlighted in seemingly insignificant moments.

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Sam Smith wore a sequin jumpsuit to a concert and was met with significant backlash. Harry Styles wore a sequin jumpsuit to a concert and was praised. While the two singers have different backgrounds, there are two clear differences between them. One is an openly queer, fat person, and one is not.

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On Saturday, Sam Smith was one of the top-billed artists at iHeartRadio's Jingle Ball, where they brought out special guest Kim Petras for a performance of their hit single "Unholy."

Sam, who is nonbinary and uses they/them pronouns, dazzled onstage in a Valentino silver sequin jumpsuit, which they paired with chunky black boots, a diamond necklace, and pearl earrings.

Queerbaiting is defined as "an attempt to take advantage of and capitalize on the appearance or implication of LGBTQ+ relationships without actually having real LGBTQ+ representation," and Harry addressed the claims in an interview with Rolling Stone this year.

Someone else retweeted this and added: "Because one is plus-sized, queer, and femme. The other isn't." Another wrote: "Not to mention the obvious fatphobia going on the fact that hs wears these stage fits and gets praised for fighting toxic masculinity and a gay icon meanwhile when an actual member of the lgbtq+ community pulls up to the stage like this they get called names..."

One more added: "Harry is not openly queer and the point is he's constantly praised for 'breaking gender norms' while Sam smith is shit on constantly while openly queer." A user agreed: "People love when people 'perform queerness' ( or whatever people think Harry is doing) and hate actual queer people (i.e Sam Smith)."

"I really don't like the way ppl are talking abt sam smith. There's so much queerphobia and bodyshaming," someone else tweeted.

I really don't like the way ppl are talking abt sam smith. There's so much queerphobia and bodyshaming.

During a 2020 appearance on the Late Late Show, Sam said that they finally felt "permission" to show "different sides" of themself after publicly revealing that they use they/them pronouns.

Sam had previously said that they'd spent a lifetime "being at war" with their gender before they realized that they were nonbinary.

Today is a good day so here goes. I've decided I am changing my pronouns to THEY/THEM ❤ after a lifetime of being at war with my gender I've decided to embrace myself for who I am, inside and out...

In another social media post that was shared 10 months later, Sam said that their body issues are "an everyday struggle" for them as they urged followers to "love our fluctuating bodies."

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Sam Smith, Harry Styles, & Sequin Jumpsuits Have Sparked An Important Conversation About "Queerphobia & Bodyshaming"

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On Saturday, Sam Smith was one of the top-billed artists at iHeartRadio's Jingle Ball, where they brought out special guest Kim Petras for a performance of their hit single "Unholy." Sam, who is nonbinary and uses they/them pronouns, dazzled onstage in a Valentino silver sequin jumpsuit, which they paired with chunky black boots, a diamond necklace, and pearl earrings.

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Former President Trump had a very loud stance on immigration, and he didn't do very well at hiding the racism in it. His immigration bans and limits were focused on Asia, Africa, and South America, but white Europeans were allowed free entrance.

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Trump decries immigrants from 'shithole countries' coming to US | CNN Politics

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Donald Trump expressed frustration behind closed doors with people coming to the US from "shithole countries" in reference to TPS nations, including Haiti and countries in Africa.

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Discrimination against Asian Americans was bolstered by COVID, and many Asian Americans and allies still protest this bigotry.

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When interstates were being built in the 1950s and 60s, many were built along former redlining boundaries, dividing and destroying predominately black neighborhoods.

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Greek Life has a long history of discriminatory practices based on socioeconomic status. At NDSU, the new member fees at a sorority tally up at just under $1000.

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Greek life is a staple of American culture and tradition. Many presidents, state officials and successful individuals have ties to these associations. Accordingly, many regard Greek life as highly prestigious and conducive to success.

However, these societies have deep and fundamental issues. Despite promoting self-betterment, community service and leadership, Greek life organizations have been at the center of controversy and immoral behavior. Sexual assault and alcohol abuse are commonplace in fraternity and sorority houses across U.S. campuses, but these issues are not the primary source of concern - rather, they're symptoms of a more significant fault. These organizations have promoted elitism, racism, sexism and many more prejudicial beliefs. And through fees and exclusive attitudes, they have kept out BIPOC and lower-class students for generations.

Greek life has long given a home to classism and bigotry on college campuses across the U.S. and in Utah. We need to put an end to these institutions of oppression.

Classism Within Greek Life

Greek life organizations have been run for and by the wealthy. With exorbitant fees, some simply cannot join Greek life. At the University of Utah, those wanting to enter these societies must pay over $1,000. This initial fee, alongside university, annual membership and all the other fees required throughout college, make continued membership impossible for some.

Some Greek life Organizations' fees at other institutions can be up to $3,000-$5,000 annually. For the average American, these fees make Greek life unattainable. Arguing that scholarships can aid lower-class students with entry still sets a higher bar for those struggling to pay fees. Scholarships are not guaranteed, so only a select few could be chosen.

The most common advertisements for Greek life are networking, career opportunities and leadership positions within one's university, which is misleading. What happens in Greek life is not networking and leadership training but instead an encouragement to engage in nepotism. Fraternity men control a highly disproportionate amount of wealth and power, despite only making up around 2% of the population. This trend is also present in student leadership at the U. Despite only making up 9% of the student body, Greek life members control nearly half of ASUU positions. While this would be acceptable if Greek life were more inclusive, this is simply not the case.

Racism: A Staple of Greek Life

Racism has been a common occurrence in Greek life organizations throughout their history. Today students of color, who make up less than a quarter of Greek life membership, face blatant racism daily within these communities. Since the beginning of the Black Lives Matter movement, many have come forth detailing their negative experiences within Greek life.

Ayshea Banes, a woman of color attending Wichita State University, recounted her experience with racism in her sorority.

"In the beginning, when I first joined, normally everybody's super nice to the new members because they obviously want you to love the chapter that you're in," she said. "And so, going into Greek life was really good."

However, this soon changed after a member of her sorority stated that "she personally didn't support black lives." While many of her sisters, primarily minorities, left the sorority after this, Banes stayed. Unfortunately, problems continued to arise for her and other minorities within her sorority.

"There were a lot of microaggressions that were thrown around," she said. "And people expect the minorities, because we are a minority in the organization to just kind of take it."

Heartbreakingly, when Banes confronted her sisters about how these issues made her feel, she said, "They just turned it around and made me feel guilty for speaking out on it." Then, they went further with this antagonization. "There was bullying involved ... I'm scared of it coming back."

When asked if she would recommend Greek life to other students of color, she said, "I would not recommend it because it is so tiring having to fight something that you will lose eventually because you are going to be constantly outnumbered."

Sexual Assault: Another Staple

Sexual assault and rape in Greek life are widespread as well. High-profile cases like Brett Kavanaugh's and other cases at the U have turned the public's attention toward one of Greek life's darkest aspects. In addition to eyewitness and anecdotal accounts, studies show that girls in sororities are 74% more likely to be raped than those who aren't, and men in fraternities are three times more likely to commit rape. This tendency for sexual assault and rape is worsened by alcohol abuse within Greek life, with an average of 78% of sexual assaults occurring while a woman is intoxicated.

We see Greek life's alcohol abuse through the Instagram page " Utahchicks," where anonymous photographers take pictures of and post intoxicated and unconscious young women. Despite this page's horrifying, immoral and embarrassing content, the administration has not taken it down since its first post in 2020.

The U has pledged to take action against sexual assault, but so does every law-abiding citizen. A pledge is not enough. And especially when it keeps on happening, action, namely banning these institutions outright, must be taken.

Greek life is also notorious for hazing. It still occurs despite being outlawed in 44 states and Washington D.C. Hazing consists of humiliating acts that can lead to depression, shame, death and suicide. And fatalities have only increased over time.

It's clear that Greek life has and will continue to promote classism, bigotry and criminal activity. With apparent demand from the public to abolish these organizations, it is only rational for the U and other institutions to rid themselves of sororities and fraternities. Warnings and intermittent suspensions should be a thing of the past - now is the time to establish a just, equitable upper education experience.
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This is my younger sister's dance team. The boy in the middle, Jack, is one of three boys in the entire studio. Because of his interest in and passion for a female dominated sport, Jack has faced harassment about his gender and sexual orientation.

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This article discusses the differences between a non binary identity and androgynous expression. Many people who identify as non binary feel pressure to also express that gender identity in an androgynous manner, even though the two are not the same. Non binary people can present feminine, masculine, or in between.

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How does it feel to be non binary?

A difficult thing to quantify not only because very few people can even describe how it feels to be binary gendered, but because the experience of being non-binary can be different from person to person.

There's a temptation to try and understand non-binary gender as hostility or frustration against binary gender, this just ends up framing non-binary experiences and feelings in binary terms. In simplest possible terms, what it feels like to be non binary is what it feels like to "be" male or female, but it's not "being" male or female.

Do non binary people really exist?

Ultimately yes. There's a growing number of people acknowledging a commonality of experiences that are to be taken seriously. While the way non-binary gender is currently understood and described is perhaps more recent, there are significant historical and cultural precedents for non-binary gender all over the world.

What's the difference between non-binary and androgynous?

Non-binary is a term that refers to any gender identity that isn't male or female. Androgynous refers to an outward appearance of indeterminate gender. While some non-binary people may express themselves androgynously, it is a personal choice that is not a requirement of non-binary gender identity.

Why are so many trans people autistic?

https://spectrumnews.org/features/deep-dive/living-between-genders/
http://www.aane.org/gendervague-intersection-autistic-trans-experiences/

How come some non-binary people look feminine or masculine, and some binary people look androgynous?

Androgyny is a term of outward appearance and is not necessarily indicative of someone's gender identity. It only describes that they don't look specifically masculine or feminine, not that they are male, female, or non-binary. If you're not sure whether or not someone is non-binary, it's best just to ask.

What is a Chest Binder?

A chest binder is an elasticised undershirt, similar to a sports bra, that is designed to reduce the appearance of breasts. They come in a huge variety of colours and styles, and are specifically designed to evenly distribute the pressure on the chest. It's important to always use a binder instead of something like bandages or tape, which can cause significant injury, or even permanent harm.

What sort of injuries can chest binders cause?

Compression on the chest can increase the risk of fracturing or breaking ribs, especially if that compression isn't spread out evenly. If the compression is too tight, it can damage blood vessels in the chest, leading to an increased risk of blood clots or even heart attack. Long term wear can cause inflammation in the rib-cage known as costochondritis, as well as potential back pain.

It's very important to only bind for a few hours at a time (up to 8 hours), and to have days where you don't bind at all. If you do start experiencing shortness of breath, back pain, chest pain, stiffness, or muscle fatigue, you should cease wearing a binder immediately and if problems persist consult your doctor.

How do I buy a Binder?

Start by measuring your chest, or getting a close friend to help you measure your chest. Most websites recommend using a tape measure to take an under-arm measurement, and a second measurement around the widest part of your chest. Use these measurements with a site's specific sizing-chart to figure out which binder to buy.

Especially for those with larger breasts, there's a temptation to buy a smaller size for more compression. This is a bad idea, not only because it increases the risk of health issues or injury. But because it's much harder to put a binder on if it's too small.

Where do I buy Binders from?

Unfortunately as something of a niche product, the best place to purchase binders is online. Two of the most well-regarded websites to buy binders from are GC2B ( https://www.gc2b.co) and Underworks ( http://www.f2mbinders.com). Unfortunately because they are US websites, shipping can be an expensive or take some time. While these websites can accommodate many different body shapes and types, if you do have troubles finding something appropriate it's worth looking into custom options by searching for "Custom Chest Binders".

How do I wear a binder?

Most binders are designed to be pulled on over the head like a shirt. It can be a bit tricky at first, particularly because it can take a little bit of wearing in for the fabric to loosen. Making sure that your skin is dry first can help, as can using some baby powder. If you're still having trouble putting it on, it might be a sign that you need a larger size.

After you've put a chest binder on, it can be a bit tricky making sure your chest looks even and symmetrical. It might take a little bit of practice to figure out how to make everything sit just right, or how to make adjustments. The important thing is to make sure that no part of the binder feels like it's digging in. If it's proving particularly challenging to make things sit evenly, lying down on your back can help.

What are sex Hormones?

Hormones are substances produced in the body that help instruct other parts of the body when and how to act in a particular way. When talking about sex and gender, there are a number of hormones that tell the body how to grow in a "male" or "female" way. More specifically these are referred to as sex hormones, and include Progesterone, Estrogen, and Testosterone.

What is Progesterone?

Progesterone is a female sex hormone that specifically regulates breast development, pregnancy, and menstruation. While not typically prescribed to transgender people, it is often used to trigger a female puberty in intersex children who have undergone medical intervention.

What is Estrogen?

Estrogen is a female sex hormone that builds and maintains female sex characteristics. It's interaction with progesterone means that it can be taken orally as a contraceptive, and to alleviate certain menstrual disorders. It's also the key hormone used in hormone therapy, to either replace lost estrogen, or override the presence of testosterone and encourage female development.

What is Testosterone?

Testosterone is a male sex hormone that builds and maintains male sex characteristics. Typically it's absorbed through the skin through either a gel or patch, but is also commonly injected into the muscle where it is absorbed over a number of weeks. It is often used as a growth hormone to replace lost testosterone, or to override the presence of estrogen and encourage male development.

What are hormone suppressors? How do they work?

Hormones trigger cell activity by connecting to molecules known as hormone receptors. Hormone suppressors are compounds that can bind to hormone receptors without triggering the same cell activity. This can be used to stall the onset of puberty, until an age that a minor can consent to transition. Or can be used in conjunction with hormone therapy to help enhance the effects of estrogen or testosterone.

So what's the deal with non binary pronouns and titles?

One of the realities that non-binary people face is that a lot of language and grammar structures in English only accommodate male and female identities. When presented with "he or she", "mr or mrs", "male or female" as the only options, it means that non-binary people are being forced to lie about themselves.

However the ideas around what gender neutral language looks like are still forming and being explored. Right now the "singular they" is seen as a compromise, a reasonable use of a grammar structure that is already well established with mainstream.

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In Legally Blonde, Elle Woods is disregarded as a real lawyer because of her gender expression. As a woman who has truly embraced her femininity, most of her things are pink and "girly," and she is not taken seriously because of it.

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Legally Blonde (2001) | Official Trailer | MGM Studios

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When Mulan takes her father's place in the army, she has to take on a male persona, because otherwise she won't be allowed to fight. Once discovered to be a woman, her achievements are ignored and she is sent home. She proves to the people that her gender has no impact on her ability to fight for her family and country.

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Harry Styles for the cover of Vogue, December 2020

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In December 2020, Harry Styles made history as the first man to solo cover Vogue, and he did it in a dress. Styles is known for his continuous rejection of the traditional "masculine" look. The outfits he wears on his global tours also show this distaste for gender roles, often appearing in sequins, "girly" shirts, and bright colors.