Key Terms
Appearance Diversity
Everybody is different and no two people are the same. Recognizing and respecting appearance diversity includes accepting all appearances and celebrating differences. A number of different aspects make up one’s appearance. In some countries, some aspects are legally protected against discrimination, including gender, race, disability, religion/belief and sexual orientation. However, some are not, including weight, height, hair texture and color, and differences in appearance present from birth (e.g., birthmarks and cleft lip and/or palate) or as a result of injuries or medical conditions (e.g., amputation and eczema). To learn about additional aspects of girls’ identities to consider when coaching girls, visit CoachingHER.com.
Advocacy
Promoting the interests or rights of an individual or a group of people. Advocacy can involve helping others to find their own voice and speak up for themselves.
Autonomy
Having a personal choice in making decisions about one’s body and actions.
Body Functionality
Focusing on and appreciating what the body can do, rather than what it looks like.
Intuitive Movement
The practice of connecting with your body and its internal cues and using that to determine the type of movement you’d like to engage in, for how long and at what intensity.
