Diversity Terms June 1, 2019By Editor, Resources Diversity, resources The dharma teaches a profound wisdom that there is no lasting, permanent self. At the same time, society often reads and reacts to us by our identity markers, and oppression is a reality for many people. Additionally, the ways we identify can also be meaningful for self-understanding and forming connections with others. We offer the links below in service of enlarging our shared understanding and welcome your feedback. About pronouns What does Genderqueer mean? What does Two-Spirit mean? What does LGBTQIA+ stand for? An inclusive term meaning lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning (one's sexual or gender identity), intersex, and asexual/aromantic/agender. What is "Latinx"? What do you say when you identify yourself? BIPOC: Black, Indigenous and People of Color With thanks to the Buddhist Peace Fellowship for its guidance and information on this topic.