This week, Dr. Jen fearlessly takes on the most recent Twitter storm as she confronts backlash for championing inclusivity and expanding the definition of womanhood. She dives into the power of inclusive language and its ability to foster a more accepting society. Drawing inspiration from recent events, including contentious tweets and the surge of anti-trans legislation, Dr. Jen passionately advocates for understanding, empathy, and the dismantling of harmful narratives. Join her in this compelling conversation that resonates deeply during Pride Month, as she fearlessly confronts the haters and stands up for a more inclusive world. What’s going down:  

A quick rundown on the controversial tweet responsible for the twitter war in question 

Examples of inclusive language and why it’s so important to use 

The dangers of using specific language instead of blanket terms 

Dr. Jen’s relationship inclusive language: Then vs. Now 

The role of power and why people are so against inclusivity 

A historical look at Pride month and why this year might be the most dangerous 

How to be an advocate and respond to people trying to spread hate and non-inclusivity 

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Track anti-trans legislation in the United States: https://translegislation.com/ 

Mental health benefits associated with gender-affirming surgery. https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/hsph-in-the-news/mental-health-benefits-associated-with-gender-affirming-surgery/ 

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