Discover your gender

Besides male and female, there are 72 genders. On 72gender.com we provide information about the identity and meaning of each of the 72 known genders. The term gender identity means how a person identifies themselves concerning their gender. It may be regardless of their anatomy or genetics. Discover your gender here!

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Let’s face it – gender can be confusing, especially if you have doubts about it. You wouldn’t be here if you didn’t think that. Hopefully it can help you navigate this dilemma. Now do the “What is my gender?” test

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Expression

Gender expression refers to the way you express your gender experience: what roles do you take on in daily life? What clothes do you wear? How do you behave towards others? Gender expression is what the outside world sees of you, as opposed to gender identity which is invisible and takes place inside.

Identity

Gender is a social construction and refers to the cultural, social and psychological interpretation of femininity and masculinity within a society. It includes all expectations, values and norms that we associate with a particular gender. This interpretation is highly context- and time-dependent.

Attraction

Being romantically and/or sexually attracted to other people is called sexual/romantic preference or sexual/romantic orientation. A distinction is often made between LGB (gay, lesbian, bi) and straight, but there are many more expressions of a person’s sexual orientation. Think of pansexuality, asexuality, and so on.

Sex

The sex is determined at birth. It is often based solely on what doctors observe visually at birth, and is recorded as such on the birth certificate. Doctors use standards about what a body should look like in order to register a newborn as a boy or girl. Usually people think that there are only two options: a male or female birth gender – and this is legally registered as well.

Variations

Scientific research shows that gender has many more variations. Sex is after all not only determined by external sexual characteristics (the so-called ‘phenotypic’ sex). The gonadal sex (the sex based on the gonads present) is also important, as is the genetic sex (presence of X and/or Y chromosomes).

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Gender is something everyone thinks they understand, but for most it’s complicated. Gender is not binary, it is not either/or. Often it is and/and. A little bit of this and a little bit of that. People are often hesitant to ask questions about sexuality and gender in surveys. What if I say the wrong thing or use the wrong terminology?

Gender identity

The term ‘gender identity’ (also called ‘psychic identity’) refers to the inner gender experience of feeling man/boy, woman/girl, alternately or (neither) both. Gender identities are usually divided into two large groups: cisgender and transgender.

  • Expression
  • Identity
  • attraction
  • Sex

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Celebrating Over 90 Blogs on Gender Identity, LGBTQ+, and More!

At 72gender.com, we're thrilled to announce a major milestone in our commitment to fostering knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of gender diversity and LGBTQ+ experiences. We have now published over 90 insightful blogs on topics ranging from gender identity exploration to LGBTQ+ issues, and we couldn't be prouder of our growing contribution to the community.

Our blogs delve deep into the intricacies of gender identity, offering a wealth of information, personal stories, and resources for those seeking to expand their understanding. From discussing the challenges faced by transgender individuals to exploring the intersections of race and gender, we aim to provide a platform that addresses diverse perspectives and experiences.

We understand the importance of representation and inclusivity, and through our blog posts, we aim to amplify voices from the LGBTQ+ community and beyond. We're committed to being a source of support and education, and we're excited to continue growing our platform to serve you better.

Thank you for being part of our journey as we celebrate this achievement. Together, we're making strides toward a more inclusive and empathetic world. Stay tuned for even more engaging content as we continue to explore the ever-evolving landscape of gender identity and LGBTQ+ issues.

Have you ever questioned your gender identity?

As gender diversity becomes more visible, individuals have room to explore their gender experience. Cissexism and biases often challenge our preconceived notions. Realizing things can be different can be overwhelming, yet liberating. Gender exploration has no right or wrong feelings. We can question and rediscover gender at any age. It's a lifelong process of self-discovery. Gender is fluid and changes over time. There's no definitive guide or solution. Deliberate self-reflection reveals formative experiences and biases. Thinking allows space for discovery.

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