A Grounded Theory Analysis of Best Allyship Practices: Recommendations from Transgender and Nonbinary Individuals
Abstract
Gender minority stress contributes to health disparities between cisgender and transgender and gender non-conforming (TGNC) populations. Previous research demonstrates the effectiveness of allyship as a potential buffer to the impacts of minority stress. We centered TGNC voices to answer the question: which specific behaviors are cisgender allies engaging in that are most supportive to the TGNC community? 53 TGNC participants responded to this prompt. Researchers used a grounded theory approach to analyze the responses. Developed categories included education, respect, support and gender affirmation. Coders found that respect for personhood is the crucial component to effective allyship behavior.
Fields of Study & Subjects
LGBTQ Health
Identity
and Policy
Gender and Feminist Studies
Gender
Sexuality
and Education
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of LGBTQ Issues in Counseling
- Volume
- 20
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 25–45
- Publication date
- 2 January 2026
- Language
- EN