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## Preferable To
-phobia
-phobia

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## Impact
To paraphrase Lewis, ableism "leads to people and society determining who is valuable and worthy based on a persons appearance and/or their ability to [...] produce, excel, and 'behave.'" You do not have to be disabled to experience ableism, and Disabled people can also reinforce ableism internally (manifesting as harm to themselves) and externally (harm to other disabled people).
To paraphrase Lewis, ableism "leads to people and society determining who is valuable and worthy based on a persons appearance and/or their ability to [...] produce, excel, and 'behave.'" You do not have to be disabled to experience ableism, and Disabled people can also reinforce ableism internally (manifesting as harm to themselves) and externally (harm to other disabled people).

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umbrella term for people of Asian descent (immigrant or natural born) who live in and/or are from the United States.
## Considerations
As many countries and cultures are enveloped within this umbrella term, try to be as specific as possible. When speaking of Vietnamese-Americans or Chinese-Americans, use those terms instead. Be careful to not assume that every English-speaking Asian person you meet in the U.S. is necessarily Asian-American. (For one, they could be Asian-Canadian or have any other number of nationalities. In general, be mindful of accuracy and confirm with relevant parties.
## Note
Can be shortened to AsAm or AA by those who identify as Asian American. Be mindful of context and always spell out on first reference. If you aren't Asian-American, it's best to keep it spelled out.

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## Other languages
[Nederlands](/definitions/nl_NL/biseksueel)
[Nederlands](/definitions/nl_NL/biseksueel)

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umbrella term for people of East Asian descent. East Asian countries include China, Hong Kong, Macau, Mongolia, North Korea, South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan
## Considerations
As many countries and cultures are enveloped within this umbrella term, try to be as specific as possible. If you know or can ask someone if they are Japanese, for example, that's better as it's more specific.
Do not assume someone is East Asian because of certain physical characteristics or language knowledge.

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## Note
While fatphobia is a more widely known term, many prefer fatmisia, as [-misia] means hate or hatred of, which more accurately describes the prejudice and discrimination.
While fatphobia is a more widely known term, many prefer fatmisia, as [-misia] means hate or hatred of, which more accurately describes the prejudice and discrimination.

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## Impact
By connecting gender and perpetuating unnecessary gender norms and expectations, we are perpetuating violence against gender minoritised people. Using this language perpetuates those systems and language of harm, regardless of our intent.
By connecting gender and perpetuating unnecessary gender norms and expectations, we are perpetuating violence against gender minoritised people. Using this language perpetuates those systems and language of harm, regardless of our intent.

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Serves as an umbrella term for people of Spanish, or Spanish-speaking ancestry. Hispanic is considered a pan-ethnic term, and does not provide context for someone's race or country of origin.
#### Note
People who self-identify as Hispanic may also self-identify as Chicano/Chicana, [Latino/Latina](#/latino), or [Latinx](#/latinx), but don't assume that they do. When in doubt, ask for individual preferences.
People who self-identify as Hispanic may also self-identify as Chicano/Chicana, [Latino/Latina](#/latino), or [Latinx](#/latinx), but don't assume that they do. When in doubt, ask for individual preferences.

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Also can be written in gender neutral forms of [Latinx](#/latinx), or Latin@s. When in doubt, default to Latino, and ask individual parties their preference, if possible.
#### Note
People who self-identify as Latin American or Latino/Latina may also self-identify as Chicano/Chicana, [Hispanic](#/hispanic), or [Latinx](#/latinx).
People who self-identify as Latin American or Latino/Latina may also self-identify as Chicano/Chicana, [Hispanic](#/hispanic), or [Latinx](#/latinx).

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href: https://medium.com/@puentera/latino-latinx-latine-a3b19e0dbc1c
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Latinx arose as a gender-neutral alternative to the gendered [Latino](#/latino)/Latina in the United States.
Latinx arose as a gender-neutral alternative to the gendered [Latino](#/latino)/Latina in the United States.
This is a term that is seeing expanded usage and evolution among academic circles. Latinx is considered a pan-ethnic term that does not provide context for someone's language, country of origin, or race.
#### Note
People who self-identify as Latinx may also self-identify as Chicano/Chicana, [Hispanic](#/hispanic), or [Latin American](/#latino)
People who self-identify as Latinx may also self-identify as Chicano/Chicana, [Hispanic](#/hispanic), or [Latin American](/#latino)

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- [minoritised](/definitions/minoritised)
- [overrepresented majority](/definitions/overrepresented-majority)
- [underrepresented majority](/definitions/underrepresented-minority)
- [underrepresented majority](/definitions/underrepresented-minority)

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It removes the pejorative nature of "minorities", illuminating that this is an effect upon the individual or group, rather than the singular way to identify the group.
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## Read also
- [minorities](/definitions/minorities)
- [overrepresented majority](/definitions/overrepresented-majority)
- [underrepresented majority](/definitions/underrepresented-minority)
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a set of words that go alongside traditional third-person pronouns (he/she/they) such as ze/zir, ze/hir, xe/xem.
## Note
Some people find using neopronouns helpful to disrupting the gender binary, as traditional pronouns he and she usually carry connotations of male/masculine and female/feminine and they can carry connotations of being non-binary. Neopronouns are not recognised "officially" in the English language and tend to be less known as a result of their newness and lack of institutional support.
Some people find using neopronouns helpful to disrupting the gender binary, as traditional pronouns he and she usually carry connotations of male/masculine and female/feminine and they can carry connotations of being non-binary. Neopronouns are not recognised "officially" in the English language and tend to be less known as a result of their newness and lack of institutional support.

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## Issues
The word Oriental is rooted in the concept of Orientalism, which is strongly articulated by Edward Said in eponymous book, _Orientalism_. In his book, Said illustrates the Orient as being the observed "other" or "foreigner," whereas the Occident (or the West) is centred as the default. All Eastern culture is prescribed through this imperialist, pejorative lens, where it is deemed as strange, exotic, dirty, effeminate, and weak. By presenting Eastern culture through this lens, Western culture may present set itself up for dominance through cultural hegemony and colonisation.
Calling someone Oriental reinforces those hegemonic ideas even if you're unaware of its historical context.
## Impact
By continuing use of this term, we are perpetuating anti-Asian sentiments and the centralisation of Western (i.e., Occidental) imperialism. Diverse Asian people, nations, and cultures are flattened into one caricature of itself, which is dehumanising.
By continuing use of this term, we are perpetuating anti-Asian sentiments and the centralisation of Western (i.e., Occidental) imperialism. Diverse Asian people, nations, and cultures are flattened into one caricature of itself, which is dehumanising.

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- [minorities](/definitions/minorities)
- [minoritised](/definitions/minoritised)
- [underrepresented majority](/definitions/underrepresented-minority)
- [underrepresented majority](/definitions/underrepresented-minority)

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comes from the Narragansett word _powwaw_, meaning "spiritual leader; (also spelled powwow, powaw, pawaw, powah, pauwau and pawau); social gathering, ceremony, or celebrations held in different Native American communities that can be spiritually symbolic in nature, involve dancing and regalia, and involve months of planning with hundreds of people in attendance; colloquially is culturally appropriated and used to mean "to meet" (verb) or meeting, working session, or gathering (noun).
## Issue
Non-Native/non-Indigenous people using pow-wow outside of the context of its Native American meaning and significance is culturally appropriation through terminology.
Using culturally appropriative language while Native American and Indigenous people are systematically harmed reinforces settler colonial oppression.
## Impact
Cultural appropriation is problematic because it robs the culture from the people without their consent, while the people behind the culture are left behind and systemically excluded from the spaces using their culture.
Using Native and Indigenous culture outside of its intended meaning also demeans its value to the culture. Connoting that your five-person meeting about making an app is somehow the same as culturally significant event minimises what powwows are.
Using Native and Indigenous culture outside of its intended meaning also demeans its value to the culture. Connoting that your five-person meeting about making an app is somehow the same as culturally significant event minimises what powwows are.

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a word that substitutes for a noun, in particular, a person's name; a person's pronouns does not necessarily align with their gender presentation or their gender identity; a person gets to say what pronouns they and others use to refer to them; pronouns can be fluid based on context and presentation and change over time.
## Issues
Preferred pronoun can imply that this is merely what is _preferred_ rather than what is _real_. Using this can reinforce the idea that someone's pronouns are a choice rather than what is true for them or it's merely a preference and that you can use whatever pronouns you'd like for them.
## Impact
Preferred pronouns can delegitimise pronouns of trans and non-binary people in particular, especially when their pronouns are wrongly assumed to be different than they are or [neopronouns](definitions/neopronouns) that are less commonly known. Delegitimising their pronouns delegitimes aspects of their identity, reinforces transmisia and non-binary erasure, and leads to harm against them.
## Usage Tip

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a word that substitutes for a noun, in particular, a person's name; a person's pronouns does not necessarily align with their gender presentation or their gender identity; a person gets to say what pronouns they and others use to refer to them; pronouns can be fluid based on context and presentation and change over time.
## Usage
**If you're in a group setting, it's best to lead by example by sharing your own pronouns if you feel comfortable.** "I'm Jack, my pronouns are they/them."
**When referring to someone's pronouns, it's best to follow their lead.** People will say "My pronoun(s) is/are..."
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If it seems complicated, it is because it is. Pronouns can be really important to people as they can represent a lot to a person about their identity. It's best to try your hardest then course-correct as needed.
## Tips for Asking
Keeping your question simple usually is best:
"What pronoun(s) should I use for you [add context if it's beyond one on one usage, including who might see it]?"
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Avoid adding extra words, like, "[preferred pronoun](/definitions/preferred-pronoun)" or "[gender pronoun](/definitions/gender-pronouns)"
## Tips for Correction
**If you get someone's pronouns wrong and you're alerted of it or realise, correct the pronoun, apologise swiftly, and move on.** Avoid dwelling on it (providing long back story or berating yourself and expecting them to console you).
It can be very uncomfortable for whom you used the wrong pronoun, as it can often mean misgendering them. When you dwell on your mistake, you're asking someone who just had an uncomfortable, potentially oppressive experience, to then console you. Gross.
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**If you notice someone use the wrong pronouns for someone, correct the pronoun.** "Jack uses they/them pronouns." Be certain that you are sure that the person would want you to use these pronouns in this setting, as you can accidentally "out" somebody if you're not careful.
## Considerations
- Usually people will list the pronouns as they/them or they/them/theirs.
- Some people use multiple pronouns, such as she/they or they/he. Sometimes the order of these can imply which pronoun they use more frequently or if there is a slight preference to one over the other. It can also sometimes imply that they are in transition between using one pronoun to another. It can also imply none of these things, so it is best not to assume.
- Some people change their pronouns based on settings. For example, if someone is transitioning and does not want to be outed in one setting, they may use different pronouns in that setting. Hence, why it is important to follow someone's lead and to confirm usage based on context.
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- Some plural people will refer to themselves as "we" to represent their plural identities.
## Places to Put Pronouns
Generally speaking, whereever your name appears, including your pronouns is a good place to do so. The website [pronoun.is](https://pronoun.is) is helpful as it appends someone's pronouns to a link, and gives explanation to pronoun usage. You may see people include this in their various bios.
Some ideas of places to put pronouns include:
- Conference talks/webinars
- Email signatures
- Introductions (If you're introducing two or more people, make sure you confirm their pronouns if you're not certain)
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- Websites
## Impact
By respecting others' pronouns, asking them for consent, and sharing our own pronouns, we can normalise this step in socialisation. Doing so causes us to pause before presuming someone's pronouns. When people presume pronouns, it can lead to misgendering, which causes harm toward people, particularly trans and non-binary folks.
It is particularly important for people whose gender presentation and identity aligns with their pronouns to take this step, as they have the most power to influence society.
## Read Also
[gender pronouns](/definitions/gender-pronouns)
[preferred pronoun](/definitions/preferred-pronoun)

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## Read also
- [sanity check](/definitions/sanity-check)
- [sanity check](/definitions/sanity-check)

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umbrella term for people of South Asian descent. South Asian countries include Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
## Considerations
As many countries and cultures are enveloped within this umbrella term, try to be as specific as possible. If you know or can ask someone if they are Nepalese, for example, that's better as it's more specific.
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umbrella term for people of Southeast Asian descent. South Asian countries include two sub-regions:
- **Mainland Southeast Asia:** Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Peninsular Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam.
- **Maritime Southeast Asia:** Andaman and Nicobar Islands (India), Ashmore and Cartier Islands (Australia), Brunei, Christmas Island (Australia), the Cocos (Keeling) Islands (Australia), East Malaysia, East Timor, Indonesia (except Western New Guinea, which is considered a part of the Australian continent), the Philippines and Singapore.
## Considerations
As many countries and cultures are enveloped within this umbrella term, try to be as specific as possible. If you know or can ask someone if they are Laotian, for example, that's better as it's more specific.
Do not assume someone is Southeast Asian because of certain physical characteristics or language knowledge.

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## Usage Tip
Be mindful if you're referring to the medical condition or using it as a literary metaphor. If the latter, substitute by being more specific. Typically we can find an alternate definition by taking time to reflect on what emotion we're really feeling.
Be mindful if you're referring to the medical condition or using it as a literary metaphor. If the latter, substitute by being more specific. Typically we can find an alternate definition by taking time to reflect on what emotion we're really feeling.

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flag:
level: avoid
text: cultural appropriation
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- [minorities](/definitions/minorities)
- [minoritised](/definitions/minoritised)
- [overrepresented majority](/definitions/overrepresented-majority)
- [overrepresented majority](/definitions/overrepresented-majority)

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If you are white, examine your own [white fragility](/definitions/white-fragility). Reading Black feminist and womanist texts by authors like Angela Davis, bell hooks, and Audre Lorde is a good place to start.
## Editor's Notes
[Non-binary](/definitions/non-binary), agender, gender non-conforming, and other gender minoritised people are often neglected in traditional feminist rhetoric. In this entry, we've explicitly not conflated and used the term "non-binary people and women" as many non-binary people do not like being lumped in with women. Exploring the nuance between even Black/brown women and Black/brown non-binary people, as one example, requires separate subtext beyond the scope of this singular definition.
In our definition of women, we include trans women, because trans women are women.
In our definition of women, we include trans women, because trans women are women.