For over a decade, different groups and individuals have worked to improve the administrative systems and lived experience of transgender, gender non-conforming, and gender non-binary students and members of the Stanford community. Gender Inclusive Stanford is the newest iteration of these efforts. GIS brings together a wide range of staff, faculty, and students to understand the necessity of a gender inclusive campus and our respective roles to play in creating that reality. Through the work of focus areas and cross-campus collaborations, we seek to identify priorities, set benchmarks, and work toward meaningful progress for all members of our campus community. As part of this work, we aim to bring transparency and visibility to our efforts and to be as inclusive as possible for modes of participation and input.
Current Areas of Focus
Information Infrastructure
Data collection and storage, web sites, platforms and interfaces, institutional research, housing assignments.
Built Environment
Gender-inclusive restrooms and other facilities in campus residences, academic buildings and athletic facilities.
Teaching & Learning
Resources for faculty, staff and students to help them better negotiate the new gender terrain, mechanisms and best practices for students to safely report problems and to have them addressed, pedagogy and curriculum development.
Enhanced Health & Wellness Services
Expanded services spanning the medical, mental health, and sexual violence domains.
