A resource for understanding and using pronouns.
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At KeshetUK we are asked a lot about terminology and language and specifically about pronouns. So we have put together a few of the most frequently asked questions. Please do let us know if you’ve got any more or would like to talk about this further!
Language is a constantly evolving tool we use to communicate with one another. As people’s understanding of gender has changed, people have begun using language to reflect this more nuanced reality. You may have already seen people begin to state their pronouns on social media profiles, on their Zoom names and in their email signatures. We hope to explain in the following what pronouns are, how they can be used, and why using them respectfully is important. It is important to stress that sharing one’s pronouns should always be optional to avoid outing someone or making them feel uncomfortable. If you don’t know someone's pronouns or they don’t want to share, you can use their name or use they/them pronouns. |
This resource has questions such as:
Please see the document below and let us know if you have any questions at [email protected].
This document was produced in partnership with the Jewish Leadership Council.
- What is gender and what are gendered pronouns?
- What are gender-neutral pronouns?
- Why is using the correct pronouns important and how can Jewish values help guide us?
- What do I do if I use the wrong pronouns for someone?
- What do I do if I do not know what pronouns to use for someone?
- Why might I want to share my pronouns?
Please see the document below and let us know if you have any questions at [email protected].
This document was produced in partnership with the Jewish Leadership Council.
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