Cissexism

Cissexism

(noun | cissexist, adjective)

Cissexism is a system of oppression that results in the degradation, isolation, stigmatization, and marginalization of transgender people and the wider trans+ community. It is pervasive in many cultures and includes such things as “biological essentialism,” TERFs, and assuming all people are cisgender and endosex until told otherwise.

e.g. The lack of non-binary options on intake forms is not only non-binary erasure, but also a product of cissexism.

Further reading to gain expanded context:

Cissexism — Is there a Fix-All Solution? | Think Queerly

What Does it Mean to be Cissexist? | Healthline

Return to the Index.

Back to the Oppression Guided Tour.