	Gender Identity: A person's internal sense and understanding of their own gender, which may or may not align with the sex assigned to them at birth.

	Pronouns: Words used to refer to someone in place of their name, often including gender-specific pronouns like "he," "she," or gender-neutral pronouns like "they."

	Respect: Treating individuals with consideration and acknowledging their gender identity by using correct pronouns and terminology.

	Transgender: A term used to describe individuals whose gender identity differs from the sex assigned to them at birth.

	Gender Expression: The way an individual presents their gender identity to others through clothing, behavior, and appearance.

	Cisgender: Describes individuals whose gender identity aligns with the sex assigned to them at birth.

	Non-binary: Refers to individuals whose gender identity does not fit within the traditional binary categories of male and female.

	Transition: The process that some transgender individuals go through to align their physical appearance and/or social identity with their gender identity.

	Gender Dysphoria: The distress that may accompany the incongruence between one's experienced or expressed gender and their assigned sex at birth.

	Inclusivity: Creating an environment or culture that respects and includes individuals of all gender identities and expressions.

	Gender Affirmation: Actions and behaviors that validate and support an individual's gender identity.

	Sensitivity: Being aware of and considerate toward the experiences and needs of individuals of diverse gender identities.

	Allyship: A commitment to supporting and advocating for individuals whose gender identity may be marginalized or discriminated against.

	Equality: Ensuring that all individuals, regardless of gender identity, have the same rights, opportunities, and treatment.

	Gender-neutral Language: Using language and terminology that does not assume a specific gender, such as using "they/them" pronouns as a gender-neutral option.