Word of the Gay: "Gender Outlaw"

"Gender Outlaw" is a term for a person who defies traditional gender roles.

Web Spotlight: GenderQueer Revolution

GenderQueer Revolution is breaking down barriers and gender dichotomies and allowing people to express themselves as they see fit. They realize that for some people gender lies on a continuum while for others gender is irrelevant completely. The website offers ways to connect, information, resources, and events.

Word of the Gay: "Gender Bender"

A "gender bender" is someone who actively transgresses against the traditional gender norms. Gender benders can include anything from a biological male acting effeminate, or a female with masculine traits, to someone who alternates between the two.

Word of the Gay: "Skag Drag"

A "Skag Drag" is when a male is dressed in female attire and no attempt is made to hide masculine characteristics.

Word of the Gay: "Twixter"

"Twixter" is a British term that stands for a very feminine male or masculine female.

Word of the Gay: "Curious"

Someone who is "curious" may be questioning or looking to explore their sexual and/or gender identity.

Word of the Gay: "Gender Illusionist"

A "gender illusionist" is someone who is trying to appear as the opposite sex, this can be as part of their cross-dressing identity or for entertainment and to show off their skills.