Pronouns are the words we use to speak about another person in conversation, for example: “he is my colleague” or “she was part of the project team”.
Pronouns are usually gendered (for example, he/him/his) and the gender we use is frequently assumed based on factors like appearance or someone’s name.
Judging by name or appearance is not always an accurate method for determining a person’s pronouns. It’s good practice for us to normalise sharing our pronouns, rather than expecting people to assume them correctly (even if they do).
Read more in the pronouns guidance from the Law Society.
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