Actions that are supportive of youth drawn to engaging in gender-expansive (e.g., non-conforming) activities and interests;
 

Communications that are supportive when youth express their experiences about their gender and gender exploration;
 

Use of the youth’s asserted name/pronouns;
 

Support for youth wearing clothing/uniforms, hairstyles, and items (e.g., jewellery, makeup) they feel affirm their gender;
 

Positive and supportive communication with youth about their gender and gender concerns;
 

Education about gender diversity issues for people in the young person’s life (E.g., family members, health care providers, social support networks), as needed, including information about how to advocate for gender diverse youth in community, school, health care, and other settings;
 

Support for gender diverse youth to connect with communities of support (E.g., LGBTQIA+ groups, events, friends);
 

Provision of opportunities to discuss, consider, and explore medical treatment options when indicated;
 

Anti-bullying policies that are enforced;
 

Inclusion of non-binary experiences in daily life, reading materials, and curricula (e.g., books, health, and sex education classes, assigned essay topics that move beyond the binary, LGBTQIA+, and ally groups);
 

Gender inclusive facilities that the youth can readily access without segregation from nongender diverse peers (e.g., bathrooms, locker rooms).