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LGBTQ+ Open Resources

A Guide to Openly Accessible Resources

Glossaries

APA Psychology Teacher Network Guide to Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity Terms
Offers definitions, distinctions, and historical context for LGBTQ+ terms, authored by the APA Psychology Teacher Network, making it a credible educational resource.

Asexuality Archive
Serves as a comprehensive collection of information on asexuality, featuring an essential glossary for comprehending this facet of sexual orientation. It is presented in an approachable and informative manner.

GLAAD Media Reference Guide
This is a well-established resource for journalists and media creators. It emphasizes fair, accurate, and inclusive, respectful storytelling about LGBTQ+ topics, focusing on pronoun usage and respect for subjects’ self-identification. This reference also provides several fact sheets and media guides to help journalists cover news about transgender people, LGBTQ+-related topics, legislation, and community calendar events.

Homosaurus
Functions as a linked data vocabulary centering on LGBTQ+ terms and is valuable for researchers and educators interested in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer identities.

Human Rights Campaign Glossary of Terms
Facilitates inclusive conversations about sexual orientation and gender identity by providing definitions for commonly used terms.

LGBTQIA Resource Center Glossary
Acknowledges the evolving nature of LGBTQ+ terminology and encourages individuals to define themselves, offering a starting point for understanding various LGBTQ+ identities.

PFLAG LGBTQ+ Glossary
Offers definitions and explanations of terms related to sexual orientation and gender identity, making it a trusted resource for knowledge expansion.

Pronouns.org
Focuses on the inclusive use of personal pronouns in English, providing guidance on respectful pronoun usage while addressing the complexities of gender.

Trans Language Primer
Presents an extensive collection of terms related to gender diversity and transgender experiences. It documents the complexity of gender within its historical and cultural context, offering clear definitions and example sentences for each term to aid in understanding diverse gender identities.

Style Guides

NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists Stylebook
The NLGJA, a journalist-led organization founded in 1990, promotes accurate LGBTQ+ media coverage. Their stylebook supplements existing publication guides and the AP Stylebook, focusing on LGBTQ+ terminology. It offers comprehensive coverage, reflecting the association’s mission of inclusive reporting, and encourages journalists to use preferred terminology.

Trans Journalists Association Style Book
Equips reporters and editors with tools to improve trans-related news coverage. Acknowledging the evolving language of gender and sexuality, this guide provides direction while respecting individual terminology preferences. Sections cover various aspects such as editorial best practices, gender, name and pronoun usage, and politicized or inaccurate phrases, making it a comprehensive resource for nuanced reporting.

Directories, Biographies, Encyclopedias

Campus Pride Index
A directory for evaluating LGBTQ+ inclusivity in U.S. colleges and universities. Since its launch in 2007, it has helped students, families, and educators find LGBTQ+-friendly campuses committed to improving campus life.

GLBTQ Archives
An archival encyclopedia on LGBTQ+ culture and history. Though not frequently updated, it remains a valuable resource for understanding the LGBTQ+ community's historical and cultural context. It provides a wide range of articles, preserving the community's legacy and heritage for future generations.

QueerBio.com
This biographical database comprises biographies of over 17,000 LGBTQ+ figures. It covers a diverse range of LGBTQ+ identities, including notable individuals from art, sports, politics, entertainment, business, academia, and activism. It offers robust search and sorting features and is a valuable resource for research and inspiration. It is recognized for its cultural importance and archived by the Library of Congress to preserve LGBTQ+ heritage.

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