Why sharing pronouns at work is important

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Whether in a meeting or an email signature, sharing pronouns with colleagues signals respect and inclusion

Sometimes small actions can make a big difference to help someone feel welcome at work or school.

Take the inclusion of pronouns in an email signature, on a video call profile, or as part of meeting introductions. A few short characters can signal that you’re not about to make assumptions about someone’s identity.

“This small gesture helps facilitate a workspace that strives to be more equitable and inclusive to everyone, including transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming people,” explains Dr. Tobias Wiggins (he/him), an assistant professor of Women’s and Gender Studies, in an article for Athabasca University (AU).

Subject

Workplace, inclusion, gender