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resources for the non-binary community

The non-binary umbrella describes those whose gender identity falls outside of the traditional gender binary.

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Non-binary doesn’t describe a single gender identity, but instead a vast range of identities that that don’t fit in to the binary of male or female.

Some non-binary people identify as being trans, and some do not.

the non-binary umbrella covers many different identities, including, but not limited to:

Agender – a term used by those who identify as having no definable gender or gender identity.
Bigender – a term used to describe those who have two distinct gender identities that are either simultaneous or fluctuate.
Genderqueer – a term used by those who do not follow binary gender norms.
Genderfluid – a term used by people who desire to remain flexible with their gender identity rather than committing to a single definition.
Two-Spirit – a term used to describe third-gender or gender-variant people from Indigenous communities.

key-dates for the non-binary community in the 21st Century:

2009

In 2009, India began to allow voters outside the gender binary to register their gender as ‘other’ on ballots submitted to the Election Commission.

2010

In 2010, the US state of Arkansas enacted a policy allowing gender on drivers’ licenses and state ID cards to be changed to M, F, or X with “no questions asked, no documentation required”.

2011

In 2011, Australia began to let people mark their gender as “X” on birth certificates and passports.
It was also in this year that Bangladesh began to offer “other” as a gender option on passports.

2012

On 14th July 2012, the first annual International Non-Binary People’s Day was celebrated.

2014

The non-binary pride flag was created by Kye Rowan in February 2014.
In 2014, Facebook began to let users to choose from 50 gender options.

2015

In 2015, Nepal began to allow X gender passports.
Also in this year, Dictionary.com included the non-binary terms ‘agender’, ‘bigender’ and ‘gender-fluid’ to their site.

2017

In 2017, Malta began to offer “X” gender markers on passports and other official documents.

2018

In Washington D.C, USA, public schools began to offer “non-binary” as a gender option on school enrolment forms.

2021

Trans and non-binary people were included in the English and Welsh census for the first time in 2021. This census found that 0.2% of people identified as trans and 0.06 identified as non-binary.

support resources for the non-binary community

Support resources listed here specialise in the experiences of the non-binary and trans+ community.

gender spectrum

a national organisation committed to the health and well-being of non-binary, trans+ and gender diverse children and teens.

the trevor project

provide information & support to LGBTQ+  young people, including those who identify as non-binary, 24/7, all year round.

mermaids

a charity that supports non-binary supporting trans and gender-diverse children, young people and their families.

gender queer id

a platform that seeks to provide awareness, information and resources for those whose gender identity exists outside of the binary.

gender diversity

offer resources and information about non-binary, trans+ and gender diverse young people. They provide support guides for non-binary people in the work place, schools and healthcare system.

gender creative kids

an organisation that has supported non-binary and trans+ young peoples's affirmation within their families, schools, and communities since 2013.

helplines for the non-binary community

Helplines listed here specialise in the experiences of the non-binary and trans+ community.

beaumont society

a national 24hr helpline that offers support to non-binary, trans+ and other gender diverse people and their families.

gendered intelligence

work with the non-binary and trans+ community, with a specific focus on supporting young people under the age of 21.

mindline trans+

offer confidential, emotional, mental health support for people who identify as non-binary and/or trans+.

transliving international

an advice helpline offering information, counselling and self help support groups for non-binary and trans+ people.

lgbt youth scotland

offer information, advice and support for non-binary, lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans+ young people under the age of 26. They can offer advice on range of issues including housing.

switchboard lgbt+

provide information, support and a referral service for lesbians, gay men and bisexual and trans people – and anyone considering issues around their sexuality and/or gender identity.

gender identity services

Gender identity services listed here specialise in the experiences of the Non-Binary and Trans+ community.