Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Definitions from the Human Rights Campaign
Understanding Gender from Gender Spectrum Looks at three dimensions of gender identity and the difference between gender and sexual orientation
The difference between gender identity and sexual orientation. Includes the video, Gender: the space between, about the identities and experiences of transgender, non-binary and gender fluid people. CBS, 24 Mar 2017.
Bisexual This page has information about identifying as bisexual but also about other non-binary identities in addition to bisexuality, including pan or pan-sexual, queer and questioning. 2 Sep, 2017. The Trevor Project.
Breaking through the binary: Gender explained using continuums The GenderBread person. it's pronounced metrosexual.
Sexual Orientations and Gender Identities Throughout History "LGBT people have been part of all societies throughout history". UN Free & Equal.
The difference between sexual orientation and gender identity "It’s a common misconception that・gender identity and sexual orientation are connected. If someone is transgender, for example, many people automatically assume that they must also be gay. That, however, is not the case. Gender and sexuality are different, and it’s an important distinction to understand." CBS News, 23 mar 2017. Includes Gender - The Space Between, a 30 minute video about non-binary gender and gender fluidity.
The Semi-Sacred Third Gender of South Asia Shahria Shamin discusses her photos of hijras in India and Bangladesh: “hijras can be considered to fall under the umbrella term transgender, but many prefer the term third gender”. She describes hijras as people designated as male at birth but with feminine gender identity, who eventually adopt feminine gender roles. BBC Culture, 20 Jul 2017.
Census will allow Australians to identify as 'other' for both sex and gender The 2016 standard for sex and gender variables, released on 2 February, allows respondents to identify their biological sex and their gender identity as either male, female or “other”. Guardian, 4 Feb 2016.
The Price of Exclusion Do you know how much discrimination really costs? Rates of poverty, homelessness, depression and suicide have been found to be far higher among lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people than in the general population. UN Free & Equal.
Understanding Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity from the American Psychological Association
LGBTQIA glossary: Common gender and sexuality terms explained "Australian culture is becoming increasingly queer friendly, but...it's important to acknowledge that respect and understanding of the LGBTQIA community involves continuous learning." This article explains the names for the different communities that are included in LGBTIQA and some other common gender and sexual diversity terms too. ABC, 7 Apr 2016.
Gender on the brain: Male and female brains are not that different, study shows New research has shown there is, in fact, no major distinction between male and female brains. That, far from being "hardwired", gender is actually more complex. ABC, 22 Feb 2016.
The Gender Unicorn. Based on the Genderbread image, this is a visual for thinking about sexual and gender identities. Trans Student Educational Resources
Sexual fluidity: Living a label-free life More young people are embracing the notion that human sexuality is dynamic, free and cannot easily be categorised. Despite accusations it is "just a phase," sexual fluidity is now firmly in the mainstream, and could change everything. By Lily Edelstewin. ABC 4 0ct 2016.
Is it time to scrap gender specific awards? An article about whether film, TV and music awards shouold be gender neutral (not for best actor and actress). BBC News, 8 May, 2017