Disparity Recommendations BIPOC | LGBTQ+ IN THEIR VOICE

Another way that language matters is through the use of a person's affirmed name or pronouns. Pronouns are words used to refer to a person instead of their name (i.e. she/her, he/him, they/ them). Using someone’s correct pronouns not only communicates basic respect and affirms their identity, but is also a suicide prevention practice researched and supported by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and The Trevor Project. Referring to someone by the wrong pronouns can be hurtful and when done on purpose, can be offensive or harassing and imply that certain people do not or should not exist. Small changes in language can make a big difference in people's lives!

https://afsp.org/story/joint-statement-by-american-foundation-for-suicide-prevention-and-trevor-project