non-binary resources
welcome to our list of resources, curated with love
On this page, we have compiled two lists of resources:
- The first list offers valuable information on non-binary gender identities.
- The second list contains a bunch of interesting media resources such as books, podcasts and documentaries.
Whether you are exploring your own identity, seeking resources to support a loved one, or simply curious about non-binary experiences, there’s something for everyone. Keep in mind that this collection is a non-exhaustive selection, gathered by members of our collective.
Tips on how to browse the tables:
- You can find a search bar in the upper right corner of each table. This search bar allows to to narrow down the list. For example: type “English” to only see the resources available in English, type “podcast” to only see the podcasts we have listed, or simply type any term you are searching for.
- The content in the “type” fields is clickable and will lead you to an external page where you can find more information on the resource and/or will be able to purchase or access the resource in question.
- It’s recommended to browse the lists on a desktop – unfortunately this doesn’t work very well on mobile.
Informative resources
This list features websites in English, French, and Dutch, offering extensive information on non-binary gender identities. The resources include articles, guides, and support materials aimed at non-binary individuals, those questioning their gender identity as well as friends and family members seeking to understand and support their loved ones.
| Resource | Type | Language | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Trevor Project: resources about gender identity | Website | English | The Trevor Project offers several resources for members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community, including articles about understanding gender identity and the gender spectrum and guides for supporting transgender and non-binary young people. |
| PraTIQ | Website | French | Tons of resources and documents on trans, inter & queer issues (LTANB participated in the writing of some of it). |
| Transgender Infopunt | Website | Dutch | Info on trans identities and non-binary gender identity. |
| WatWat - Wat is non-binair | Website | Dutch | Information from Transgender Infopunt for children and adolescents aged 11 to 24. |
| Zorgkaart Transgender Infopunt | Website | Dutch | Transgender Infopunt's care map provides an overview of healthcare providers who themselves indicate having professional knowledge of and affinity with the transgender theme (Flanders, Brussels and some healthcare providers in Wallonia). |
Media recommendations
We have curated selection of fiction and non-fiction books, podcasts, documentaries, stand-up comedy shows and more media that focus on non-binary gender identities and/or feature non-binary characters. These media resources are an engaging way to explore the experiences of non-binary individuals, discover new perspectives, and learn more about non-binary culture.
| Resource | Type | Language | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gender Queer: A Memoir (Maia Kobabe) - graphic novel | Book (fiction) | English | A graphic memoir for adolescents (15 and up) that explores the author’s journey of self-discovery, navigating gender identity and sexuality as a non-binary and asexual person. |
| Girl Meets Boy (Ali Smith) | Book (fiction) | English | A modern, queer retelling of the myth of Iphis, exploring love, gender fluidity, and the transformative power of storytelling. |
| Cereus Blooms at Night (Shani Mootoo) | Book (fiction) | English | Cereus Blooms at Night explores trauma, love, and resilience, with non-binary representation through the gender-fluid character Tyler, challenging societal norms. |
| Symptoms of Being Human (Jeff Garvin) | Book (fiction) | English | The book tells the story of young Riley Cavanaugh, a gender fluid adolescent who writes a blog about their experiences and identity. |
| I Wish You All the Best (Mason Deaver) | Book (fiction) | English | A heartfelt YA novel about Ben, a non-binary teen navigating life, love, and self-acceptance after being kicked out of their home. |
| Lunar Boy (Jes and Cin Wibowo) | Book (fiction) | English | A graphic novel about Indu, a young trans boy from the Moon, who navigates culture shock, family dynamics, and first crushes after moving to Earth, ultimately discovering a sense of belonging and identity. |
| A long journey to a small angry planet (Becky Chambers) | Book (fiction) | English | Science-Fiction book about found family, difference of culture, identity, and relationships (read everything from this author, their vision is beautiful). |
| Black Sun (Rebecca Roanhorse) | Book (fiction) | English | An epic fantasy inspired by pre-Columbian civilizations, featuring a richly diverse cast, including a non-binary character, as it weaves themes of prophecy, political intrigue, and the complexities of identity. |
| Darling Days: A Memoir (Io Tillett Wright) | Book (fiction) | English | A raw coming-of-age story about growing up in downtown New York City, navigating poverty, unconventional family dynamics, and the fluidity of gender and identity. |
| Stone Butch Blues (Leslie Feinberg) | Book (fiction) | English | A powerful novel following Jess Goldberg, a working-class butch lesbian, as they navigate gender identity, community, and resilience in the face of societal oppression and violence. |
| Je suis tout ça (et bien plus encore) - (Emil Mbr) | Book (fiction) | French | Il s'agit d'un album destiné aux jeunes enfants, conçu pour offrir un lexique familial inclusif du point de vue d'une personne non-binaire. |
| Jesus Thesis and other Critical Fabulations (Kopano Maroga) - poetry | Poetry book | English | A collection of poetry that reimagines religious narratives through a queer lens, blending personal memoir with critical theory to explore themes of identity, sexuality, and spirituality. |
| Your wound / my garden (Alok Vaid-Menon) - poetry | Poetry book | English | A poignant poetry collection that explores healing, love, and resilience while celebrating the beauty and complexity of queer, trans, and non-binary identities in the face of pain and societal prejudice. |
| The transmasculine Voice: A guide to vocal euphoria | Book (non-fiction) | English | A practical guide for transmasculine individuals to explore and develop their authentic voice through tailored exercises and techniques. |
| Beyond the Gender Binary (Alok Vaid-Menon) | Book (non-fiction) | English | A transformative collection of essays and poetry that challenges traditional understandings of gender, offering insights into non-binary identity and advocating for a world that embraces gender diversity. |
| Gender. A graphic guide (Meg-John Barker and Jules Scheele) | Book (non-fiction) | English | An accessible and visually engaging exploration of gender, unpacking its social, historical, and cultural complexities while discussing non-binary and gender-fluid identities. |
| Gender Euphoria: Stories of Joy from Trans, Non-binary and Intersex Writers. (edited by Laura Kate Dale) | Book (non-fiction) | English | An anthology that celebrates the joyful experiences and affirmations of gender identity, highlighting stories from trans, non-binary, and intersex individuals embracing their true selves. |
| How to Understand your Gender (Meg-John Barker) | Book (non-fiction) | English | A practical guide that helps individuals explore and understand their gender identity through reflective exercises, providing insights into the fluidity and diversity of gender experiences. |
| Life Isn’t Binary (Meg-John Barker and Alex Iantaffi) | Book (non-fiction) | English | A guide that challenges traditional views of gender and sexuality, offering a nuanced approach to understanding identity as fluid, diverse, and beyond the constraints of binary labels. |
| Non-Binary Lives. An Anthology of Intersecting Lives (edited by Jos Twist, Ben Vincent, Meg-John Barker and Kat Gupta) | Book (non-fiction) | English | A collection of personal stories that explores the diverse, complex experiences of non-binary individuals, highlighting the intersections of gender identity with race, culture, and other aspects of life. |
| None of the Above (Travis Alabanza) | Book (non-fiction) | English | A powerful exploration of the author's journey as a non-binary person, reflecting on the complexities of identity, society’s expectations, and the experience of living outside the gender binary. |
| Queer. A graphic history (Meg-John Barker and Jules Scheele) | Book (non-fiction) | English | A visually engaging exploration of queer theory and history, tracing the evolution of queer identities, movements, and ideas in a way that is accessible and informative. |
| Spectrums. Autistic Transgender People in their Own Words (edited by Maxfield Sparrow) | Book (non-fiction) | English | An anthology that amplifies the voices of autistic transgender individuals, sharing their personal experiences and the unique challenges they face at the intersection of both identities. |
| The Argonauts (Meggie Nelson) | Book (non-fiction) | English | A genre-defying memoir that blends personal narrative, philosophy, and cultural critique, exploring themes of gender, sexuality, and family as Nelson reflects on her experiences with her partner’s gender transition and her own evolving sense of identity. |
| Transland: Consent, Kink, and Pleasure (Mx. Sly) | Book (non-fiction) | English | An exploration of the intersections between trans identity, consent, and kink, offering insights into the complexities of pleasure, power dynamics, and safe, consensual practices within the LGBTQ+ community. |
| Een doodgewone dag (Jan Wallyn) | Book (non-fiction) | Dutch | Stap in het leven van Jan, een jonge creatieve Brusselaar, en hun zoektocht naar (gender)identiteit: hilarische taferelen in een cosmeticawinkel waar die werkte, intense ontmoetingen met mensen uit de queercommunity, nachtelijke gesprekken met hun mama en helaas ook heel wat queerfobe ervaringen. |
| Gender flou (Tamos le Thermos) - graphic novel | Book (non-fiction) | French | Tamos, jeune artiste sensible, emo et scorpion, mène une vie paisible à Bruxelles City, accompagné·e de ses potes, de son frère, de l’école. Un jour, Tam essaye les vêtements de son copain. Et là, il y a un truc qui va mieux. |
| Les transidentités expliquées à mes parents (Victoriae Defraigne) | Book (non-fiction) | French | Victoriae Defraigne répond à toutes les questions que l’on peut se poser sur les transidentités. Dans une démarche informative et inclusive, elle déconstruit les stéréotypes et vulgarise le sujet pour le rendre accessible à toutes et tous. |
| Transcripteur T. 1 et 2 (Camille Guérin) - graphic novel | Book (non-fiction) | French | Une BD qui parle de la transition de genre de l'auteure au sein de son entreprise ainsi que de son travail de transcripteur braille - illustrée par des animaux tout mignons, ponctuée d'humour et de messages bienveillants. |
| Ceci n'est pas un livre sur le genre (Morgan N. Lucas) | Book (non-fiction) | French | À rebours des polémiques et des débats houleux, ce livre vous offre les clés pour mieux comprendre ce qui se cache derrière le vaste sujet du genre. |
| Une histoire de genre (Lexie) | Book (non-fiction) | French | À l'heure où les questions de genre et d'identité sont de plus en plus présentes dans l'espace public, voici un guide qui déconstruit tous les préjugés, les abus de langage, les non-sens liés aux transidentités, afin de mieux les comprendre. |
| Sortir de l'hétérosexuaité (Juliet Drouar) | Book (non-fiction) | French | Manifeste pour une société égalitaire qui produit des personnes plutôt que des hommes et des femmes. |
| La panique woke : anatomie d'une offensive réactionnaire (Alex Mahoudeau) | Book (non-fiction) | French | Anatomie d'une offensive réactionnaire. |
| Les théories en études de genre (Eléonore Lépinard, Marylène Lieber) | Book (non-fiction) | French | Cet ouvrage retrace les différentes généalogies de la notion de genre et les débats théoriques qu'elle a suscités. |
| ALOK: Biology! (stand-up) | Stand-up comedy | English | Alok is an nternationally acclaimed non-binary poet, comedian, public speaker, and actor. Biology! Is their first comedy special. (free to watch on Youtube) |
| Gender Agenda (Hannah Gatsby) | Stand-up comedy (Netflix) | English (subtitles in FR and NL available) | A stand-up comedy show hosted by comedian Hannah Gadsby, featuring genderqueer comedians from around the world who share humorous perspectives on gender identity and related topics. |
| Heartstopper - series | Series (Netflix) | English (subtitles in FR and NL available) | A heartwarming series about the blossoming romance between Charlie, a shy gay teen, and Nick, a popular rugby player, while also celebrating diverse LGBTQ+ identities, including a prominent transgender character. |
| Sex Education - series | Series (Netflix) | English (subtitles in FR and NL available) | A comedic and heartfelt series about teenagers navigating relationships, sexuality, and self-discovery, with a strong focus on inclusivity, exploring diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, including non-binary and transgender experiences. |
| Won't someone think of the children - the transgender moral panic unpacked | Khadija Mbowe | Documentary | English | This documentary (free to watch on Youtube) critically examines the origins and tactics of the moral panic surrounding transgender rights, particularly how it targets youth under the guise of protecting children. |
| We Exist: Beyond the Binary | Documentary | English | What if the world told you that you do not exist? For many gender non-confirming individuals this is the reality. |
| NB: my non-binary life | Podcast | English | A podcast that explores the diverse experiences of non-binary individuals, featuring interviews, stories, and discussions on identity, gender, and the challenges and joys of living outside the binary. |
| Queer Collective Podcast - Episode: "What does it mean to be non-binary?" | Podcast (episode) | English | A podcast that explores the intersectionality of queer identities, featuring conversations on LGBTQ+ issues, culture, activism, and personal stories from diverse voices within the community. |
| Non-binaires | Podcast | French | Non-Binaires est le premier podcast francophone entièrement consacré aux personnes qui vivent en dehors des normes de genres imposées. Flo Delval, activiste et membre de notre collectif, évolue au sein de la communauté non-binaire bruxelloise. Ael est allé.e en Wallonie et à Bruxelles enregistrer des témoignages afin de créer des représentations plurielles et constituer une archive inédite. |
| Genres de voix - Parcours de transitions vocales | Podcast (Spotify) | French | Ce podcast part à la rencontre de personnes transgenres qui ont voulu faire évoluer leur voix, pour qu'elle soit plus en adéquation avec leur genre. |
| Freaks & Merveilles | Podcast (Spotify) | French | Freaks & Merveilles, podcast animé par Croque, se propose de photographier le drag bruxellois contemporain, par petites touches, comme pour créer une carte du ciel. |
| Amicalement Guine - S1E5: Genre et lesbianisme | Podcast (episode) | French | Un espace de discussion dédié aux parcours lesbiens et queers, visant à décomplexer, déculpabiliser et réconforter toute personne se reconnaissant dans l'identité lesbienne. |
| Les Clés - Episode: Transidentités, les mots pour le dire : lexique et explications pour comprendre de quoi on parle | Podcast (episode) | French | Ce podcast de la RTBF explore des sujets de société variés, en particulier autour de l’égalité des genres, de la diversité, et des questions liées aux droits humains, avec un focus sur l’inclusion et la sensibilisation. |
| De Genderkwiebus Podcast - Aflevering: Gender voor Dummies #2 Trans-paraplu: non-binair | Podcast (episode) | Dutch | Podcast over gender, expressie, identiteit, transities, trans zijn en nog veel meer. Enerzijds in educatieve afleveringen, anderzijds in ervaringsverhalen van mensen uit de fantastisch mooie trans community. |
help us in building and maintaining these lists
If you have a resource you’d like to suggest for our list, or if you spot an issue with one of the resources we’ve included, we would love to hear from you. Please reach out to us, and we’ll review your suggestion or address any concerns. Our goal is to continue building a helpful and inclusive collection for everyone in the non-binary community and beyond.