Happy Pride Month
A hand holds a sign that says “Being this Fabulous is Exhausting,” surrounded by rainbow bars and stars, in front of a rainbow flag.
June is LGBTQ+ Pride month, so we want to take the opportunity before it ends to highlight just a few of the editorial organizations and resources on representation and accuracy regarding these vibrant and beloved communities.
LGBTQ+ Editors Association: “The purpose of the LGBTQ+ Editors Association is to further the inclusion and retention of LGBTQ+ editors—who are currently underrepresented in the larger profession—and to collaborate on advocacy efforts led by LGBTQ+ editors, such as to advocate for changes within style guides and dictionaries.” Offers mentorship for LGBTQ+ editors. Be sure to check out their blog!
Trans Journalists Association: “Promoting more accurate, nuanced coverage of trans issues and communities in the media. Supporting gender-expansive journalists in their workplaces and careers.” Don’t miss their style guide, which offers general best practices, usage guidelines, a reading list, and more!
The Conscious Style Guide’s section on Gender, Sex, and Sexuality: Resources galore, on everything from gendered language to orientation, pronouns to slurs and reclamation. The book is now available, too!
GLAAD Media Reference Guide: Includes a glossary of LGBTQ+ terms, plus articles on various related subjects in focus.
Writing The Other: “Representation is fundamental to writing great fiction. Creating characters that reflect the diversity of the world we live in is important for all writers and creators of fictional narratives. But writers often find it difficult to represent people whose gender, sexual orientation, racial heritage, or other aspect of identity is very different from their own.” Offers classes, resources, and community, in addition to the well-known book of the same name.
