Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

This Agency Art Director Created a Children's Book to Illustrate Gender Identity and Fluidity

Proceeds to benefit the National Center for Transgender Equality

abcs-gender-identity-page-2019 — ABC of Gender Identity was created by DDB San Francisco senior art director Devika Dalal.Devika Dalal

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Devika Dalal, a senior art director at DDB San Francisco, recognized that the current political climate poses major challenges surrounding gender expression and language. That’s why Dalal created a children’s book entitled ABC of Gender Identity, aiming to help both children and adults better understand themselves and those around them.

“[T]here seems to be confusion over the different types of gender expressions,” said Dalal. “Without a clear vocabulary, many people feel uncomfortable to talk about it, creating a greater void between communities.”

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