345. Schuyler Bailar: He/She/They: How We Talk About Gender and Why It Matters

345. Schuyler Bailar: He/She/They: How We Talk About Gender and Why It Matters

Author: Town Hall Seattle January 13, 2024 Duration: 1:14:07

Schuyler Bailar didn't set out to be an activist, his very public transition to the Harvard men's swim team put him in the spotlight.

His choice to be open about his transition and share his experience has touched people around the world. As Anti-transgender legislation is being introduced in state governments around the United States in record-breaking numbers Schuyler's plain-spoken education has evolved into tireless advocacy for inclusion and collective liberation.

Schuyler Bailar's new book, He/She/They clearly and compassionately addresses fundamental topics, from why being transgender is not a choice and why pronouns are important, to more complex issues including how gender-affirming healthcare can be lifesaving and why allowing trans youth to play sports is good for all kids. With a relatable narrative rooted in facts, science, and history, Schuyler helps restore common sense and humanity to a discussion that continues to be divisively coopted and deceptively politicized.

Schuyler Bailar (he/him) is an educator, author, and advocate. He is also the first transgender athlete to compete in any sport on an NCAA Division 1 men's team. In addition to being one of the top LGBTQ+ educators and advocates, Schuyler is a leading DEI speaker and advisor who has been featured in countless media outlets. Schuyler also hosts the hit podcast Dear Schuyler on gender and culture and is the creator of the groundbreaking LaneChanger.com gender literacy online learning series. He holds a degree in Cognitive Neuroscience and Evolutionary Psychology from Harvard, and works in four research labs focusing in clinical psychology and public health.


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