Non-Binary Resources
Non-Binary is an umbrella term that refers to diverse people whose gender identity is neither female or male. Some individuals self-identify as non-binary, whereas, other may use terms such as Gender Non-conforming, Genderqueer, or Agender. Non-binary people may or may not conform to societal expectations for their gender expression and gender role, and they may or may not seek gender-affirming medical or surgical care.* Learn more about what it means to be non-binary and the resources that are available to those who are non-binary.
*See Trans Care BC
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305.3 B25L
In this topical and essential read, therapists Barker and Iantaffi, who both identify as nonbinary, introduce the idea of replacing binary thinking with "spectrums," pointing out that the "us/them divide" is "essentially at the heart of every conflict and war."
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305.3 N81r
Gender is explored by a diverse group of 30 writers who identify neither as male nor female and use nonbinary pronouns in this mixed collection of first-person narratives.
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306.76 Y71t
In this well-researched reference, Eris Young, an American linguist who identifies as neither male nor female, gives readers a succinct tour through nonbinary and genderqueer experience, including the importance of community, coming out or remaining closeted, dating and relationships, gender affirmation surgeries and treatments, and legal struggles,