Dya identities
Before continuing: This Identity was created in 2019-20, known as "apo-identities" but they were accused of cultural appropriation for having the yin and Yang symbol (Chinese symbol) Then in 2021-2022 they were changed to "DYA identities" they had specific flags, but then the creator came out as a trans man, so their flags were no longer valid. For this reason, I wanted to make my own flag, the dya - enby and the dya man, in the chaos of the dya woman, I did not do it because I did not see it "correct" to make a symbol that does not represent me.
So, I made the symbols, but not the terminus.
What is the Dya identity?
The Dya identity is an umbrella term that describes people whose identity combines one or both binary identities (man and/or woman) along with one or more non-binary (enby) identities. In other words, a Dya person does not identify solely as a man or a woman but also holds another identity that does not fit within the gender binary system.
What distinguishes the Dya identity is the stable and simultaneous coexistence of these identities. This means that a Dya person does not fluctuate or switch between them but maintains them consistently as part of their identity.
For example, a person who identifies as both a man and enby at the same time is Dya because their identity includes both a traditionally binary category (man) and a non-binary one (enby).
In this sense, the Dya identity is not a single identity but an umbrella that encompasses various gender experiences and combinations. It may include people who are man-enby, woman-enby, or even those who hold both binary identities (man and woman) simultaneously.
However, it is important to understand that the Dya identity is not a fused identity. Unlike other gender experiences where identities blend into one, in Dya, each identity remains distinct, even though they are part of the same person.
Additionally, within the Dya umbrella, binary identities are not experienced in a completely normative way. This means that while a Dya person may identify as a man or a woman, they do not do so in the same way as someone who solely identifies with that binary identity. This is because their identity is shared with another that falls outside the gender binary.
Therefore, the Dya identity exists in an in-between space: it is not fully binary, but it is not fully non-binary either. Dya individuals do not reject the binary system, but they do not fit exclusively within it either.
What does it mean to be Dya?
Being Dya means experiencing gender identity in a way that challenges traditional categories without completely breaking away from them.
Unlike a non-binary person who does not identify with the gender binary or perceives it as separate from their experience, Dya individuals maintain a connection to the binary, but this connection is neither total nor exclusive.
This can be better understood through the following key points:
✔️ Having a binary identity and, in some cases, also a non-binary identity.
This means a Dya person may identify as a man and enby, a woman and enby, or even as both a man and a woman simultaneously.
✔️ Not fluctuating between their binary identities.
If a Dya person identifies as a man, they are always a man, but they may also have other identities at the same time. There are no days when they "stop being" or "feel less" like their binary identity.
✔️ Experiencing their binary identity as stable and separate from their enby identity.
Their enby identity does not blend into or become an extension of their binary identity—both exist simultaneously without losing their individuality.
✔️ Not being a single fused identity.
For example, a Dya person who identifies as "man and enby" is not an in-between identity but fully both at the same time.
✔️ Not experiencing their identities with different intensities.
They are not "50% man and 50% enby"—they are 100% both. There is no hierarchy in their identities, nor a perception that one is stronger than the other.
✔️ Not fluctuating between their binary and non-binary identities.
A Dya person does not have days where they feel only like a man and others where they do not. Their binary identity is constant, although their non-binary identity may have fluid elements.
✔️ Not being fully inside or outside the binary.
A Dya person is neither exclusively binary nor exclusively non-binary. They exist at an intersection between both worlds, combining elements of each.
✔️ Having the ability to choose how they want to be perceived.
Some Dya individuals prefer all their identities to be recognized at once, while others may choose to be seen in a specific way in certain spaces.
Example:
Man - Non-binary woman ✔️
Man - woman / woman - man ✔️
Man - enby - enby / woman enby - enby ✔️
Man - woman - enby / woman - man - enby
Non-binary man/Neoboy - Enby ❌
Enby - Enby ❌
The Dya identity may resemble other gender experiences, but it has unique characteristics that clearly differentiate it from identities such as fluid identity, bi/pan/polyidentity, and even some experiences within the non-binary spec.
“Is Dya the same as a fluid identity?„
No, they are very different.
Fluid identity is based on the change and variability of gender identity over time. A person with a fluid identity may feel their gender shifts from one moment to another, identifying as a man one day, enby another day, or a woman on another.
In contrast, Dya does not involve fluctuation or changes between identities.
Differences:
Fluid identity:
→ Can feel that their gender changes over time.
→ Does not have a fixed or permanent identity.
→ May experience moments where they no longer identify with a previous identity.
Dya:
→ Does not change or fluctuate between identities.
→ Always maintains its identities at the same time.
→ If someone is a man and enby, they are always both simultaneously.
Example:
Fluid identity:
→ One day, they feel like a man, but the next day, they stop feeling that way and identify as enby.
Dya:
→ They always identify as both a man and enby at the same time, without fluctuations.
“Is Dya the same as bi/pan/polyidentity?„
No, although they may seem similar, they have fundamental differences.
Biidentity, panidentity, or polyidentity individuals feel that their gender identity is composed of multiple elements, but they perceive these as a single, integrated entity. In other words, they do not see their identities as separate but as a single identity with mixed characteristics.
On the other hand, Dya maintains its identities as separate yet coexisting experiences.
Differences:
Bi/Pan/Polyidentity:
→ Perceived as a single identity that combines binary and non-binary elements.
→ Cannot say they are "man" or "woman" independently, as their identity is a blend.
→ Cannot claim a binary identity separately in a political or social context.
Dya:
→ Maintains its identities as separate yet coexisting.
→ Can identify as a man, woman, and/or enby individually when necessary.
→ Does not see its identities as a fusion but as distinct elements within their identity.
Example:
Bi/Pan/Polyidentity:
"I am biidentity, a fusion between man and enby."
Dya:
"I am a man and I am enby—both identities exist within me simultaneously but as separate entities."
“Is Dya the same as being multigender or bigender?'„
No, although there are similarities, there are important differences.
Multigender/Bigender:
→ Can include multiple gender identities (man, woman, enby, etc.).
→ Some multigender individuals may fluctuate between identities.
→ Can include fully non-binary identities without the need for a binary identity.
Dya:
→ Always includes at least one binary identity (man and/or woman).
→ Does not fluctuate between identities.
→ Cannot exist without a binary identity as part of the experience.
Example:
Multigender:
→ A person may identify with multiple genders without necessarily including a binary identity.
Dya:
→ Always includes man and/or woman in combination with other identities
Flags
Meaning of Mars, Eris, and Venus in the Dya Enby Flag
Mars, Eris, and Venus were chosen because each represents key aspects of the Dya Enby identity, reinforcing the duality and complexity of gender within this spectrum.
Mars – Energy and Action
Mars is traditionally associated with masculinity, strength, and action.
Represents how elements of socially perceived masculinity can exist within the Dya Enby identity, without making it fully binary.
Symbolizes determination and the struggle to exist outside of societal norms.
Eris – Breaking Norms
Eris, the goddess of chaos and discord, perfectly embodies how non-binary identities are often perceived by society—as something that challenges the established order.
Represents the break from the gender binary, the complexity and confusion some Dya Enby individuals experience when navigating between binary and non-binary identities.
Symbolizes the ability to defy imposed structures and build one’s own identity.
Venus – Fluidity and Diversity
Venus is associated with femininity, beauty, and diversity, but in the Dya Enby flag, its meaning goes beyond traditional femininity.
Represents the ability to embrace multiple gender experiences without being confined to a single definition.
Symbolizes self-care and self-acceptance, reminding that being Dya Enby is not just a struggle but also a journey of exploration and affirmation.
Why These Three Together?
Mars and Venus symbolize the traditional binary poles of gender, but in Dya Enby, they coexist without fully merging, forming a unique experience.
Eris acts as the bridge, breaking gender norms and allowing Dya Enby identities to exist beyond traditional definitions.
Together, these three celestial bodies represent the duality, complexity, and independence of the Dya Enby gender, showing that this identity is both an affirmation and a disruption of established norms.
Dya enby
Explanation of the Stripe Shape
Layered Waves
The stripes are neither straight nor uniform but wavy and layered, representing the fluidity and diversity of experiences within the Dya Enby spectrum.
This highlights that there is no single way to experience this identity—each person may have a unique journey.
It also reinforces the idea that binary and non-binary identities coexist without fully merging, constantly interacting and shifting.
Meaning of colors
Dark Red and Orange:
Represents Mars, symbolizing strength, energy, and action.
Represents the determination to exist outside the binary while still maintaining a connection to what is socially perceived as masculine.
Forms the foundation of the flag, emphasizing the importance of struggle and firm identity.
Yellow:
Inspired by Venus, symbolizing diversity, fluidity, and gender expression.
Represents a connection to what is perceived as feminine, but from a space that does not fully conform to that norm.
Yellow is traditionally associated with non-binary identities, reinforcing the break from the gender binary.
Gray and White Stripe:
Inspired by Eris, the goddess of chaos and discord, symbolizing the disruption of gender norms.
Gray represents the confusion and complexity of the Dya Enby experience, where binary and non-binary aspects exist simultaneously.
White symbolizes the infinite possibilities of identity, showing that within the Dya spectrum, there are no fixed limits.
Golden Brown:
Represents earth and stability, emphasizing that while Dya Enby identity can be fluid and complex, it remains real and valid.
Symbolizes the blend of experiences and how each person finds their own balance within the Dya umbrella.
The Central Circle
The right side represents Venus.
The center represents Eris.
The left side represents Mars.
Dya man
Explanation of the Stripe Shape
Irregular, Layered Waves
These represent the fluidity and complexity of the Dya Man identity.
While masculine and non-binary elements are perceived separately, their coexistence is not rigid but rather overlaps and shifts over time.
They can also symbolize the personal journey of self-discovery, as identity is not static nor follows a uniform pattern.
Meaning of colors
Dark Red: Represents Mars and masculinity within this identity.
Bright Orange: Symbolizes change and transformation, bridging masculinity with the non-binary experience.
Represents the duality within the Dya identity, where both binary and non-binary aspects are felt simultaneously.
Golden Yellow: Shows that non-binary identities are not rigid but can encompass many experiences.
Black: Represents the challenge and breaking of norms that many non-binary people face.
Inspired by Eris, the goddess of discord, symbolizing the courage to exist outside the binary.
The Central Circle
The divided sphere symbolizes the duality of identity:
One part connected to masculinity (Mars).
The other part linked to the non-binary experience (Eris).