Word Wall

Prism Club’s Word Wall

Gender Expression

External appearance of one's gender identity, usually expressed through behavior, clothing, haircut or voice, which may or may not conform to socially defined behaviors and characteristics typically associated with being either feminine or masculine.

Gender Identity

An internal, deeply felt sense of being female, male, a blend of both or neither. Refers to how individuals perceive themselves and what they call themselves. Can be the same as or different from their sex assigned at birth.

LGBTQ+

An acronym for “lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer”.

Advocate

1 noun : a person who actively works to end intolerance, educate others, and  support social equity for a marginalized group. 

2 verb : to actively support or plea in favor of a particular cause, the action of working to end intolerance or educate others.

Ally 

/“al-lie”/ – noun : a (typically straight and/or cisgender) person who supports and respects members of the LGBTQ community.  We consider people to be active allies who take action in support and respect.