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Gender Neutral Restroom Signs

Bernadette Coveney Smith - Thursday, September 02, 2010
The next two weekends, I have two weddings which will each have a sizable number of transgender guests. I'm in the process of creating signage for a few restrooms that say, All Genders (in one instance) and Unisex (in the other). 

Here's why:
  • Non-trans individuals frequently feel the need to "police" restrooms if they see someone who may be, for example, a very butch woman who may look like a man, in the women's room. This isn't a wedding situation but happens in general. 
  • Non-trans guests are less likely to do a double-take at someone's gender presentation if they are in a neutral restroom. 
  • Some people feel neither male nor female, but rather somewhere in between - and would prefer a space where they don't have to choose a gendered restroom.
You may encounter a similar situation or client request. Roll with it and make the signs. It's not a big deal and may make your clients and their guests more comfortable.



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Laura commented on 02-Sep-2010 08:34 PM
Love this post! Perfectly thoughtful for those who so rarely encounter it in this situation.

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