It’s not just about lanyards…….

by Global Butterflies

• Be an active ally not passive!!
• Trans people may not be visible within your organisation and therefore may not have a voice, allies need to be that voice!(Ensure that the “T” does not get lost in the LGB agenda)
• Not remaining silent when transphobic behaviour / incorrect language is observed
• Don’t “out” a trans person, if you know their gender history.
• Be willing to learn, as gender identity and expression is an ever-changing subject matter. Remember that there are many trans experiences that need to be considered and represented. No two journeys are the same.
• Understand that gender identity is a wide spectrum and that all identities and expressions should be respected.
• Know what terms are offensive and avoid them (and tell others who are using them)
• Use the correct titles, names & pronouns when you know them
• Don’t ask personal questions, if you really must, ask if it is OK to do so first
• If a trans colleague comes to speak to you, listen! (you could be saving a life).
• Read your firm’s trans policies, if they don’t have any, ask why!
• Can you empower all your staff to be trans allies?

About Butterflies

Global Butterflies Ltd was founded in 2015 by Rachel Reese to help companies create trans* inclusive working environments for both their employees and customers.

In 2018, Emma Cusdin joined the company bringing a great deal of trans-inclusivity experience from her work with Trans*formation and GIRES.

Global Butterflies have worked with some of the largest companies in the UK, USA and Canada delivering trans* inclusivity programmes. We offer a number of training solutions but are very happy to work alongside any trans* initiatives that you are undertaking.

Find out more here.

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