Sydney Brouillard-Coyle
Ney / Nem / Nir
About Sydney
Sydney Brouillard-Coyle (pronouns Ney/Nem/Nir) is a queer, transgender, non-binary, asexual person with a deep passion for social justice. In 2023, ney published nir first book, “A Pocket Guide to Pronouns”. Ney consider nemself to be an avid reader and writer. A fun fact about Sydney is that ney have a cat named Natasha!
Sydney is in the first year of nir PhD studies in Gender, Sexuality & Women’s Studies at Western University. Nir my research explores the importance of creative arts for trans and gender diverse folks. In August 2024, ney completed a Masters of Arts in Social Justice & Community Engagement at Wilfrid Laurier University, with a research focus on the importance of representation of queerness within young adult fiction. Prior to this, Sydney obtained a Bachelor of Music (Honours) and a Bachelor of Arts in Women & Gender Studies at the University of Windsor, along with a minor in Political Science.
Sydney has worked and volunteered with various queer non-profit organizations for the last five years, though ney have been involved in social justice activism for much longer. In 2022, ney ran for City Council in the Windsor Ward 7 municipal election. Sydney serves on numerous committees, clubs, and organizations dedicated to issues of gender and sexual justice, equity and diversity, housing, mental health, and youth voices. Ney are also the Director and Founder of Rainbow Allyship, where ney provide 2SLGBTQIA+ Allyship Training, Keynotes, and Consultations. Scroll through Sydney’s website to learn more about nir activist work and how to get in touch.
Sydney’s Work
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Learn about Sydney’s extensive experience, including nir Community Activist work, Professional Experience, and Music Background.
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Find out how to purchase your copy of “A Pocket Guide to Pronouns” HERE.
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Stay up to date on Sydney’s various events, including book keynotes, virtual workshops, vendor events, concerts, and more! Check out the calendar (updated monthly).
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In addition to nir work as a community activist, Sydney is also a dedicated musician. Find out about upcoming concerts, and how to work with Sydney as a collaborative musician or music teacher.
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View Sydney’s blog, where ney share various pieces of writing and open letters. Ney have also compiled other resources including a glossary of terms, a recommended library, and various web resources you can use to learn more about the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Stay Connected
Social Media — follow Sydney on Instagram and/or Facebook to see posts that recognize awareness days, pronoun tips, new blogs, and more!
Mailing List — sign up to receive monthly newsletters with recommended books, recent blogs by Sydney, a list of upcoming events, and other resources.
