Inclusion Equals

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at stake in this election. In addition to the presidency, where wants to unite us and provide freedom and rights for all while the other candidate demonizes, bullies, and threatens, there are also 34 seats in the Senate and all 435 seats in the House up for grabs.

In addition, there are nearly 150 ballot measures in 41 states on the line from health care, women’s reproductive rights, education, minimum wage, sick leave, tax breaks, voting/election rights, immigration, and so much more.

Voting is a civic duty and a privilege. And, every vote does count. Let’s get out there and vote!

Did you know that today is International Pronoun Day? International Pronouns Day began in 2018 and is observed every 3rd Wednesday of the month. We thought it was a great day to bring back some DEI Misconceptions for .
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Slide 1: Aren’t Pronouns Just “Preferred?”
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Slide 2: NO. Pronouns aren’t just “preferred.”
It’s a general misconception that pronouns are just “preferred.”

It’s such a misconception that even organizations trying to be inclusive by asking for pronouns will say on their surveys, “Share your preferred pronouns.”

However, that is actually an inaccurate way to ask the question.
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Slide 3: NO. Pronouns aren’t just “preferred.”
Pronouns aren’t just preferred, but rather it is fundamental to who we are.
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Slide 4: NO. Pronouns aren’t just “preferred.”
Easy examples to contemplate:
Let’s look at the existing binary scenario.

If you are a man and someone referred to you as she/her, or if you are a woman and referred to as he/him, you would automatically correct the person. That is because it is who you are, not who you prefer to be. That goes for those who are gender expansive.
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Slide 5: Let’s and learn more
Remember to ask, “Would you like to share your pronouns?” in person, on surveys, or company policies, and not make it a requirement. You do not want to unintentionally out someone who is not ready.
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Resources for your further learning:
👉 Why You Should Not Say ‘Preferred Gender Pronouns’ by Forbes https://lnkd.in/gbMFk4VQ

👉 Identity is not a Preference by Communicate Heath
https://lnkd.in/gr5PRmCN