At Hart Print, we’re all about fostering a space where everyone feels seen and respected. That’s why we champion the use of pronouns in our signatures and honor people’s pronoun choices.

“We take a lot of pride in our workplace culture,” says Anaïs Trifiro, Hart Print’s Head of Talent & Culture. “Our diversity is an important part of what makes us successful and such a great and safe place to work where our people feel they can be themselves. With that in mind, it’s important to honor people’s chosen names and pronouns.”

Decoding pronouns Pronouns? They’re not just words—they’re how we show respect for someone’s identity. Whether it’s “she/her,” “he/him,” “they/them” or “ze/hir,” pronouns are a way to affirm and validate who we are. Some folks might not use any pronouns at all, and that’s cool too.

Why pronouns matter In English, the pronouns “he/she” are tied to gender, but that doesn’t always fit everyone. For folks who are queer, non-binary, or transgender, being misgendered can be super invalidating and stressful. Using the right pronouns isn’t just about words—it’s about showing respect and creating a vibe where everyone can thrive authentically.

Research backs this up too—using correct pronouns and names can seriously boost well-being, especially for transgender folks. By honoring someone’s pronouns, we’re showing love and support for their identity.

Respecting individual choices We get that not everyone’s comfy sharing their pronouns, and that’s A-OK. If someone hasn’t shared their pronoun in their email signature, for instance, we keep it cool and respect their choice, using their name or other details they provide.

How you can support pronoun inclusivity Let’s make pronoun love mainstream:

1. Rock your pronouns in your email signature: Adding your pronouns to your email signature is an easy way to show solidarity and respect for all identities.

2. Normalize pronoun sharing: When you’re meeting someone new, consider dropping your pronouns into the convo. It’s a small gesture that makes a big difference.

3. Ditch the assumptions: Don’t guess someone’s pronouns based on looks. Ask or use inclusive language until you’re in the know.

Take action today Little actions like adding pronouns to your email signature can make a major impact on making everyone feel welcome. By embracing pronoun inclusivity, we’re all paving the way for workplaces where everyone can kick back and be themselves.

“At Hart Print, we encourage you to come as you are, respectfully,” Anaïs explains. “Adding pronouns to our email signature is a small but important step towards fostering inclusivity in our workplace.”

(Thanks, LGBT Life Center and GLSEN, for the super reference material!)