Non-Binary

Introduction

Non-binary is an umbrella term used to refer to those who do not strictly identify as male or female (male or female refering to the traditional gender binary).

General Questions

Is non-binary the same thing as intersex?
No.

Are all non-binary people transgender?
While non-binary is generally included under the transgender umbrella, there are some non-binary individuals who do not identify as transgender.

Do non-binary people undergo HRT?
It depends on the individual person. As with anyone who is transgender, whether or not someone decides to take estrogen or testosterone, it is all down to personal preference and transition goals.

Do non-binary people get gender-affirming surgeries?
It depends on the individual person. As with anyone who is transgender, whether or not someone decides to get surgery depends on their personal transition goals. Some non-binary people who undergo gender-affirming surgeries identify as salmacian.

Common Non-Binary Identities

Agender - Not identifying with experiencing or having a gender.
Bigender - Identifying as 2 genders, either alternating between the two or simultaneously.
Demiboy/Demiman - Identifying partially as a boy/man.
Demigirl/Demiwoman - Identifying partially as a girl/woman.
Genderfluid - A gender identity wherein the gender changes over time.
Genderqueer - An umbrella term similar in meaning to non-binary.
Neutrois - When one's gender is neutral or null.
Xenogender - An umbrella term used to refer to when someone uses a concept other than male or female; such as plants or animals; to describe their gender identity

The Non-Binary Flag

The non-binary flag has four stripes in four colors.

The top yellow stripe represents individuals whose genders do not exist within the traditional gender binary.

The second stripe is white, representing individuals who identify with multiple genders.

The third stripe is purple, representing individuals who identify as a blend of male and female.

The fourth and final stripe is black, represending agender individuals.

Additional Resources

The Transgender Dictionary

Non-Binary

Introduction

General Questions

Common Non-Binary Identities

The Non-Binary Flag

Additional Resources

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The Transgender Dictionary

Non-Binary

Introduction

General Questions

Common Non-Binary Identities

The Non-Binary Flag

Additional Resources

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