What are gender pronouns and why is it important to use the right ones?

  • Written by: Glen Hosking, Senior Lecturer in Psychology. Clinical Psychologist, Victoria University
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Gender pronouns are the terms people choose to refer to themselves that reflect their gender identity. These might be he/him, she/her or gender-neutral pronouns such as they/them.

Knowing and using a person’s correct pronouns fosters inclusion, makes people feel respected and valued, and affirms their gender identity.

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