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AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY ELITE FOOTBALL Issued 1 October 2020
CONTENTS
Introduction_______________________________________________________ 4
Scope and Operation of Policy _________________________________ 6
Understanding Gender Identity ________________________________ 8
Application by trans women and non-binary people
to play in Elite Football Competitions (Women)
and Elite Pathway Competitions (Women) ____________________ 9
Eligibility of trans men and non-binary people
to play in Elite Football Competitions (Men)
GENDER and Elite Pathway Competitions (Men) _______________________ 15
DIVERSITY Research __________________________________________________________ 16
POLICY Privacy & Personal Information _______________________________ 16
Anti-Doping ______________________________________________________ 17
ELITE FOOTBALL
Enquiries _________________________________________________________ 17
Glossary __________________________________________________________ 18
GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) | 3INTRODUCTION
This Policy outlines the AFL’s position Both State and Federal legislation prohibits In August 2018, the AFL released its The AFL’s consultation process in respect
in respect to the participation of discrimination against a person on the Gender Diversity Policy – Elite Football of this Policy included meeting with
transgender and non-binary people in basis of their gender identity in different to facilitate inclusion of gender diverse representatives of a number of State Bodies,
elite Australian Football competitions. areas of public life, including sport. An players in the competitions known as the local leagues, the Australian Sports Drug
exception arises under various legislation AFLW and the AFL. That Policy also noted Medical Advisory Committee, inclusion
The AFL recognises that Australian
to permit discrimination in sport on the that it would be reviewed at least every 24 subject matter experts including Pride in
Football is not just a sporting game.
basis of gender identity where the relative months following it having been issued Sport, and gender diverse and cisgender
Australian Football is a beloved game
difference in strength, stamina or physique to ensure it appropriately reflected the players. We thank and acknowledge those
that plays an important role in bringing
of a trans or non-binary player is significant evolving nature of Australian Football. who participated in this process. Following
families and communities together.
in the sense that it has an appreciable this consultation process, this updated
In June 2019, the Australian Human Rights
The AFL is committed to the inclusion of effect on their ability to compete. The Policy, a Community Football Policy and
Commission, in partnership with Sport
gender diverse people in our game. The AFL capacity to utilise this exception requires the companion document to these policies
Australia and the Coalition of Major
intends that gender diverse players who are an evidence-based assessment. were reviewed, finalised and endorsed
Professional and Participation Sports,
registered to play football in the competition by the AFL Executive and Commission.
The provision to all people of an equal including the AFL, released the Guidelines
that accords with their identified gender are
opportunity to participate in an Australian for the Inclusion of Transgender and Gender This Policy provides a framework for the
supported in doing so in a safe and inclusive
Football competition necessarily involves Diverse People in Sport. Those guidelines inclusion of gender diverse players at
environment. Harassment and discrimination
the provision of an equal opportunity to provide practical assistance on how to the elite level of Australian Football.
of gender diverse players engaging in
be competitive and to win. This requires create and promote an inclusive environment
Australian Football at any level is not
an appropriate balance to be reached in Australian sport for transgender and
tolerated and will be handled in accordance
between the interests of inclusion and gender diverse people and are relevant
with the applicable rules and regulations of
ensuring a fair competition for all. to all levels of sporting organisations.
the relevant Australian Football competition.
4 | GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) | 5SCOPE AND OPERATION
OF POLICY
This Policy applies to all trans and non- “Elite Pathway Competitions” This Policy outlines the AFL’s position in The AFL also acknowledges the importance
binary persons who genuinely seek are, in relation to: respect to the participation of trans and of providing guidance around the inclusion
to play in an elite Australian Football non-binary people in Elite Football, and of persons with an intersex variation. The
women’s football, the women’s football
competition, noting that in this Policy: (where appropriate) the procedure that will AFL respects the need to consult on, and
competitions known as at the date of
be followed in assessing an application states its intention to develop, a policy that
“Elite Football” is used to this Policy as NAB League Girls (Under
made by a trans or non-binary person address the participation of persons with an
collectively describe “Elite Football 19) and National Championships
to play in an Elite Football Competition intersex variation in Australian Football.
Competitions” and “Elite Pathway (Under 17 and Under 19) (Elite
or Elite Pathway Competition.
Competitions” as described below; Pathway Competitions (Women)); This Policy will be reviewed at least every
It is the AFL’s view that the relative priority 24 months from the date it is first issued,
“Elite Football Competitions” men’s football, the men’s football
of considerations of competitive advantage and may be amended from time to time to
are, in relation to: competitions known as at the date of
and social inclusion may differ between Elite ensure it appropriately reflects the evolving
this Policy as NAB League Boys (Under
women’s football, the competition Football and Community Football, noting the nature of Australian Football and research
19) and National Championships
known as AFLW and State League former has the greatest potential rewards, relating to the inclusion of gender diverse
(Under 17 and Under 19) (Elite
women’s football competitions (or including remuneration, for participants. people in competitive sport. In connection
Pathway Competitions (Men));
equivalent), namely VFLW, WAFLW, with that periodic review, the competitions
The AFL acknowledges the importance of
SANFLW, QAFLW, AFL Sydney Women’s (collectively, Elite Pathway included in the definitions of Elite Football
providing guidance around the inclusion
Premier Division, AFL Canberra Competitions); and Competitions and Elite Pathway Competitions
of gender diverse people in Community
Women’s First Grade, NTFL Women’s will be evaluated and subject to amendment.
“Community Football” is used in this Football and has separately released a
Premier League and TSL Women’s (Elite
Policy to describe all competitions that Gender Diversity Policy for Community
Football Competitions (Women));
are not Elite Football Competitions Football (Community Football Policy).
men’s football, the competition or Elite Pathway Competitions. As
known as AFL and State League men’s noted below, Community Football is
football competitions (or equivalent), dealt with by a separate policy.
namely VFL, WAFL, SANFL, QAFL, AFL
Sydney Men’s Premier Division, AFL
Canberra Men’s First Grade, NTFL
Men’s Premier League and TSL (Elite
Football Competitions (Men));
(collectively, Elite Football Competitions);
6 | GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) | 7UNDERSTANDING Application by trans women and non-binary people
to play in Elite Football Competitions (Women)
GENDER IDENTITY and Elite Pathway Competitions (Women)
Unlike sexual orientation, which relates to A glossary of terms relevant to Trans women and non-binary people Application for approval to play
an individual’s romantic or sexual attraction understanding transgender and non- are eligible to play in Elite Football in an Elite Football Competition
toward others, gender identity is about how binary experiences and gender identity Competitions (Women) and Elite Pathway (Women) or Elite Pathway
an individual perceives their own gender. is set out at the end of this Policy. Competitions (Women), provided:
Competition (Women)
Gender expression refers to an Administrators, coaches, players and other (a) they comply with all applicable laws, rules
A trans woman or a non-binary person who
individual’s external expressions of participants in Australian Football should and regulations of the relevant competition
seeks to play in the AFLW (Applicant) must
gender, for example, through: refer to guidance material published by the including, but not limited to, the Australian
lodge an application for approval with the
AFL and by bodies such as the Australian Football Anti-Doping Code, in particular
behaviour, voice and speech patterns; AFL (Application). An Application must be
Human Rights Commission and the Victorian with respect to the use of testosterone;
submitted to the AFL (including by email
names and pronouns used Equal Opportunity and Human Rights
(b) the AFL, acting reasonably, is satisfied that to aflgdp@afl.com.au) using the form
to identify oneself; Commission in supporting gender diverse
unacceptable safety risks do not arise from available at www.afl.com.au/policies.
people to participate in Australian Football
clothing; the person’s (potential) participation in the
in a safe and inclusive environment. An Application to play in the AFLW should
relevant competition (whether that be risks
personal appearance; and be lodged as soon as practicable after
to the safety of the gender diverse player
the opening of the time period for AFLW
social interactions. or risks to the safety of other players), such
draft nominations. Applications may
risks having been assessed in accordance
Administrators, coaches, players and only be made during the time period that
with appropriate risk management
other participants in Australian Football AFLW draft nominations are open.
procedures (where necessary); and
should seek at all times to use language An Application to play in all other Elite
that is respectful and inclusive, including (c) the person’s application for approval
Football Competitions (Elite) and Elite Pathway
by referring to all people, including those to play in the relevant competition is
Competitions (Women) must be submitted
who are transgender or non-binary, by approved by the AFL in accordance
in accordance with guidance to be provided
the name and pronoun they use (e.g. she with the operation of this Policy.
by those competitions applying this Policy.
/ her; he / his / him; they / them).
The AFL may at its sole discretion set aside
selected eligibility requirements, say
where the following circumstances apply:
the Applicant is a non-binary person
assigned the female gender at birth; or
the Applicant provides reliable evidence
of the use of medical treatments (such
as puberty blockers) continuously
since prior to the onset of puberty.
8 | GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) | 9Information required for Application match raw GPS data (sample The Applicant will be required to In considering the Application, the AFL
of three (3) Australian Football provide a copy of any Therapeutic GDP Committee will have regard to:
The Applicant must provide the following matches if available); and Use Exemption granted to them
information to enable the AFL to assess all information and data
2 kilometre run time. through Sport Integrity Australia.
the relevant aspects of their strength, provided by the Applicant;
stamina or physique having regard to The AFL may also conduct testing of the Process for assessment all data collected by the AFL as
the particular characteristics of the Applicant to collect data in relation to
of Application part of the Application;
competition the subject of the Application: the measures set out at item (c) above
and the Applicant must, as a condition The AFL has or will appoint a committee of AFL any information relevant to the
(a) medical records that establish that
of the Application process, cooperate persons which comprises members covering assessment of player safety;
the Applicant’s total testosterone
in the provision of that data. at least the following areas of expertise: any relevant third-party data, including
level in serum, has been maintained
below 5 nmol/L1 for at least 24 months The AFL considers that the presence of high performance; but not limited to statistical information
prior to the date of the Application; testosterone levels above the thresholds set maintained in respect of the Applicant’s
women’s football operations;
under this Policy would provide an Applicant participation in other competitive sports;
(b) a medical report from the Applicant’s inclusion and social policy;
with a relevant, and significant, disparity in research and other information relating
treating practitioner which documents risk;
the Applicant’s strength, stamina or physique to the inclusion of gender diverse
the maintenance of their testosterone
and consequential competitive advantage. legal; people in competitive sport; and
levels over the 24 month period prior
An Applicant will not be regarded in breach medicine and mental health; and
to the date of the Application;
of this requirement if occasional spikes in any evidence of any significant
anti-doping, difference or competitive advantage
(c) to the extent available to the Applicant and their total testosterone levels arise during
unless otherwise advised by the AFL, data the 24 month period prior to the date of the (AFL GDP Committee). arising from the Applicant’s
over the 24 month period2 prior to the date of Application that are clinically consistent with participation in Community Football.
The AFL GDP Committee will consider and
the Application pertaining to the Applicant’s: the maintenance of the Applicant’s transition. where necessary determine all matters The AFL GDP Committee may also have
height; The AFL may also have regard to longitudinal referred to it in connection with this Policy regard to independent legal, medical,
data collected by it or by third parties which and the Community Football Policy, including gender diverse and/or other expert
weight;
relates to measures of relative strength, determining Applications under this Policy. advice obtained by it as it sees fit and in
bench press (1RM and/or 3RM);
stamina or physique to supplement and/ its absolute discretion in understanding
squat (1RM and/or 3RM); or verify the data collected. Any third party and assessing information provided to
20m sprint time; information that is relied upon by the AFL it in connection with the nomination.
vertical jump; must be provided to the Applicant. In the event that the AFL GDP Committee
requests the attendance of the Applicant
to appear before it and/or meet with
1 Unit of measurement used in Australia and Europe. This threshold converts to 144 representatives of the AFL GDP Committee to
nanograms per decilitre for data used in the United States of America. answer any questions in connection with the
2 The AFL acknowledges that in the first two years of the operation of this Policy, nominees may not have Application, the Applicant will be permitted to
collected data regarding all of these measures. Where data for the 24 months preceding the date of this attend such meeting with a support person.
Policy is not available, the Applicant should provide the AFL with all available data from that period
and which may be supplemented by testing following the submission of the Application.
10 | GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) | 11The AFL GDP Committee may refuse Where the AFL GDP Committee assesses, Decision by AFL GDP Committee Following receipt and review of any response
an Application if it is satisfied, acting on a preliminary basis, that there may to approve an Application from the Applicant to the provisional decision
reasonably, that either or both of the be an unacceptable safety risk, a risk the AFL GDP Committee will issue its final
following criteria are satisfied: assessment must be undertaken, noting: If the AFL GDP Committee determines decision within a further 7 days, which will
to approve an Application, the AFL either confirm the provisional decision
Relevant Competitive Advantage Criteria: unacceptable safety risks will likely GDP Committee will inform the to refuse the Application or approve the
there is a relevant, and significant, arise only in exceptional circumstances Applicant of that final decision. Application (in which case the requirement
disparity in the Applicant’s strength, and will not arise simply from the
An Applicant whose Application is approved, for maintenance and verification of
stamina or physique when compared proposed participation of a gender
and who is subsequently plays in the testosterone levels will apply).
to data procured from cisgender diverse person in an Elite Football
players in the preceding two seasons Competition (Women) or Elite competition the subject of the Application,
of the competition the subject of the Pathway Competition (Women); is required to maintain their total testosterone Final decision by AFL GDP
Application (Comparison Data) which may level in serum below 5 nmol/L at all times Committee to refuse an Application
exceptional circumstances may arise (including during the off-season period),
reasonably be regarded to give rise to Any final decision to refuse an Application
where there is a significant disparity in and may be required to provide reasonable
an unreasonable competitive advantage will be notified to the Applicant confidentially.
the Applicant’s physique as compared medical documentation or undergo periodic
to the Applicant having regard to: The decision will not be disclosed to any third
to that of cisgender players in the testing to verify their total testosterone level.
the Applicant’s maintenance of relevant competition (noting that party without the express or implied consent
their total testosterone levels; data may be limited in respect of of the Applicant. Any public disclosure
Provisional decision by AFL GDP made by the Applicant regarding their
competitions that sit below the level
mean, median and range of the Committee to refuse an Application Application may be taken as their implied
of AFLW and AFL in Elite Football);
Comparison Data pertaining to height, consent for the AFL to publicly address its
If the AFL GDP Committee determines on a
weight, 20m sprint, vertical jump, the risk assessment must, amongst decision to refuse the Application (provided
provisional basis to refuse an Application, the
2km run, squat and bench press; and other things, consider whether the at all times that no personal or confidential
AFL GDP Committee will inform the Applicant
rules applicable to the relevant Elite information will be disclosed by it).
incidence or absence of any evidence of of that provisional decision, including
Football Competition (Women) or
any significant difference or competitive reasons for the provisional decision.
Elite Pathway Competition (Women) AFL review of final decision
advantage arising from the Applicant’s
are unable to safely manage the risks The Applicant will thereafter have seven
participation in Community Football: The AFL may, at its own initiative and at its
arising from the proposed participation (7) calendar days to respond to the
Unacceptable Safety Risk Criteria: there of the gender diverse person. provisional decision and such response sole discretion, refer back to the AFL GDP
is an unacceptable safety risk arising may include additional information Committee a final decision made under this
from the person’s (potential) participation to support the Application. Policy by the AFL GDP Committee to approve
in the competition the subject of the or refuse an Application if it or a State
Application (whether that be a risk to Body becomes aware of new information
the safety of the gender diverse player which, if available at the time of making
or a risk to the safety of other players). the final decision, may reasonably have
affected the outcome of the Application.
12 | GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) | 13Eligibility of trans men and non-binary people
to play in Elite Football Competitions (Men)
and Elite Pathway Competitions (Men)
Applicant may request review of A request for review of a final decision to Trans men and non-binary people, exceptional circumstances may
final decision to refuse Application refuse an Application is to be handled in a are eligible to play in Elite Football arise where there is a significant
timely manner. If an Applicant is seeking to Competitions (Men) and Elite Pathway disparity in the Applicant’s physique
An Applicant whose Application is play in the AFLW, review of a final decision Competitions (Men), provided: as compared to that of cisgender
refused may request a review of the to refuse an Application will be undertaken players in the relevant competition
decision by the General Counsel of the (a) they comply with all applicable laws, rules
with a view to determining the review prior (noting that data may be limited in
AFL within seven (7) calendar days of and regulations of the relevant competition
to the scheduled date of the AFLW draft. respect of competitions that sit below
notification of the final decision. including, but not limited to, the Australian
the level of AFL in Elite Football);
The Applicant seeking review may provide Football Anti-Doping Code, in particular
The bases on which a final decision new information only if that information with respect to testosterone; and the risk assessment must, amongst
may be reviewed are: was not available in the first instance. other things, consider whether the
(b) the AFL, acting reasonably, is satisfied
(a) The AFL GDP Committee failed to have rules applicable to the relevant Elite
that unacceptable safety risks do not arise
regard to relevant considerations, or had No review of decision from the person’s (potential) participation
Football Competition (Men) or Elite
regard to irrelevant considerations; to approve Application Pathway Competition (Men) are unable
in the AFL (whether that be risks to the
to safely manage the risks arising
(b) The AFL GDP Committee was affected The AFL will not hear any request or safety of the gender diverse player or
from the proposed participation
by a conflict of interest; or application by a third party to review any risks to the safety of other players), such
of the gender diverse person.
decision (whether it be a decision of the AFL risks having been assessed in accordance
(c) The final decision reached, or the with appropriate risk management In the event that the AFL GDP Committee
GDP Committee or on review by the General
decision-making process followed, procedures (where necessary). determines to exclude a transgender
Counsel) to approve an Application.
is inconsistent with this Policy man or non-binary person from an Elite
or any relevant laws. In the event that such concerns are
Football Competition (Men) or Elite
raised with the relevant competition,
The General Counsel will determine Pathway Competition (Men) on the
the matter must be referred to the AFL
whether to confirm or overturn the decision ground that unacceptable safety risks
GDP Committee for assessment. Where
of the AFL GDP Committee and/or any arise from their (potential) participation,
the AFL GDP Committee assesses, on
make any reasonable direction including that player may request the review
a preliminary basis, that there may
remittal of the matter back to the AFL GDP of that decision by the AFL General
be an unacceptable safety risk, a risk
Committee for further consideration. Counsel within seven (7) calendar
assessment must be undertaken, noting:
days of notification of the decision.
unacceptable safety risks will
likely arise only in exceptional
circumstances and will not arise simply
from the proposed participation of
a gender diverse person in an Elite
Football Competition (Men) or Elite
Pathway Competition (Men);
14 | GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) | 15The bases on which the decision RESEARCH PRIVACY & PERSONAL ANTI-DOPING
may be reviewed are:
The AFL recognises that there is presently
INFORMATION Nothing in this Policy is intended to
a. The AFL GDP Committee failed to have limited peer-reviewed data in relation displace applicable WADA or Sport Integrity
All personal or health information provided
regard to relevant considerations, or to safety risks that may arise from the Australia codes or guidelines, or the
by an Applicant to the AFL pursuant to this
had regard to irrelevant considerations; participation of gender diverse persons in Australian Football Anti-Doping Code.
Policy must be treated in strict confidence
b. The AFL GDP Committee was affected Australian Football. This, in part, reflects the and must not be disclosed to any person
Relevant anti-doping codes or guidelines,
by a conflict of interest; or fact that the participation of gender diverse who is not involved in the assessment of,
or regulations, codes and policies pertaining
persons in Australian Football has, to date, or advising upon, the Application. A gender
to international standards for adherence with
occurred without any formal recognition. diverse person in Elite Football must make
c. The final decision reached, or Therapeutic Use Exemptions will prevail to the
In connection with the introduction of any necessary notification to their Club
the decision-making process extent of any inconsistency with this Policy.
this Policy and the Community Football and League of their previous participation
followed, is inconsistent with this Policy, the AFL will undertake a study, with in Australian Football competitions to
Policy or any relevant laws. approval from an applicable institution’s ensure that any applicable disciplinary
ENQUIRIES
The General Counsel will determine Research and Ethics Committee, that: records are carried over to the competition Any questions about this Policy
whether to confirm or overturn the that they are seeking to play in. and matters relevant to it may be
considers injuries arising from
decision of the AFL GDP Committee incidents involving gender diverse directed to aflgdp@afl.com.au.
Any public disclosure made by the Applicant
and/or any make any reasonable persons in Australian Football; and regarding their personal or health information
direction including remittal of the provided by an Applicant to the AFL pursuant
matter back to the AFL GDP Committee considers issues arising from the
to this Policy may be taken as their implied
for further consideration. implementation of this Policy and
consent for the AFL to publicly address its
the Community Football Policy,
A request for review by the AFL decision to refuse the Application (provided at
including as to mental health.
General Counsel of such a decision is all times that no confidential information will
to be handled in a timely manner. That study will be important in reviewing be disclosed by it). Gender diverse players may
this Policy and the Community Football also elect to disclose such details to the AFL or
The AFL does not consider that there is the Policy. Gender diverse persons should its nominated research partner in connection
potential for relevant competitive advantage consider notifying the AFL’s appointed with the research study foreshadowed above.
in favour of trans men or non-binary people researcher in order to maximise the
over cisgender players in the AFL. An Applicant is not required to provide a
potential outcome of that study.
birth certificate to the AFL or any other person
for the purposes of verifying their gender.
A medical examination for the purposes
of genital verification is not permitted.
Personal information should only be collected
from participants if absolutely necessary
and with the individual’s consent, or where
the individual is under the age of 18, the
consent of their parent or guardian.
16 | GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) GENDER DIVERSITY POLICY (ELITE FOOTBALL) | 17GLOSSARY Gender
dysphoria
The discomfort a person feels with how their body is perceived and
allocated a gender by other people. The experience may occur when
of terms relevant to gender and gender diversity a person feels their biological or physical sex does not match their
sense of their own gender. This feeling, that there is a mismatch, can
trigger a range of responses. Some people experience serious distress,
anxiety and emotional pain, which can affect their mental health
Language is a powerful tool for promoting It is important to understand that a
inclusion and understanding. person’s sexual orientation and a person’s Gender An individual’s external manifestation of gender. This can include certain
gender are two separate concepts: expression behaviours, voice and speech patterns, names and pronouns used to
Administrators, coaches, players and
identify oneself, clothing, personal appearance and social interactions
other participants in Australian Football Sexual orientation refers to a person’s
should seek at all times to use language romantic and/or sexual attraction to others Intersex An intersex person is born with atypical natural variations to
that is respectful and inclusive. physical or biological sex characteristics such as variations
Gender refers to a part of a person’s
in chromosomes, hormones or anatomy. Intersex traits are
If there is an important reason why you feelings and experience of who they are
a natural part of human bodily diversity. Not all intersex
need to confirm a person’s gender and you and how they relate to others - this may
people use the term intersex to describe themselves
are unsure, it is always best to introduce be male, female, a combination of both
yourself first (by name and pronouns) and or neither. Gender can be expressed LGBTI / LGBTIQ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer and/ or Questioning
then respectfully ask the person which in different ways, such as through
Misgendering Where a person is described or addressed using language
words they use to describe their gender, behaviour or physical appearance.
that does not match their gender identity. This can include the
and then use these words accordingly.
AFL acknowledges that language incorrect use of pronouns (she/he/they), familial titles (father,
Conventional pronouns are ‘she/her/ constantly changes and we encourage sister, uncle) and, at times, other words that traditionally
hers’ and ‘he/him/his’. Some people those using this policy to stay informed have gendered applications (pretty, handsome, etc.)
prefer to use gender neutral pronouns, with other language and terminology
such as ‘they/them/their/ze’. The pronoun relative to this space via Pride in Sport - Non-binary This is an umbrella term for any number of gender identities that
a person uses to describe themselves www.prideinsport.com.au/terminology or sit within, outside of, across or between the spectrum of the male
generally reflects their Gender identity. TransHub - www.transhub.org.au/language and female binary. A non-binary person might identify as gender
fluid, trans masculine, trans feminine, agender, bigender etc.
The following glossary of terms has been developed to help assist people A non-binary person may or may not use the gender-
to use respectful and inclusive language. neutral pronouns of “they” and “them”
Term Definition Queer An umbrella term sometimes used to refer to diverse genders or
sexualities, or a person who is not cisgender and/or heterosexual.
Brotherboy A term used in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
communities to refer to an Indigenous trans man For some LGBTI people ‘queer’ may have negative connotations
due to its historical use as a derogatory term, however this
Cis / Cisgender A term used to describe people who identify their gender as term has been “re-claimed” by many young LGBTI people
the same as that assigned to them at birth (male or female).
‘Cis’ is a Latin term meaning ‘on the same side as’ Sistergirl A term used in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
communities to refer to an Indigenous trans woman
Deadname A term used by some trans people to describe the name they were
given and known by prior to affirming their gender and/or coming out Trans An abbreviation for transgender
Gender Gender is part of how you understand who you are and how Transgender Someone whose gender does not exclusively align with
you interact with other people. Many people understand the one they were assigned at birth. Transgender relates
their gender as male or female. Some may understand to a person’s gender, not their sexual orientation
their gender as a combination of these or neither
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