Intersectionality and Trans/Nonbinary Discrimination
Intersectionality is a concept that examines how multiple identities intersect to create unique experiences and perspectives. In terms of trans...
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: Transgender people of color experience more discrimination based on intersectional identity
Sex is often associated with biological features such as genitals, chromosomes, hormones, and anatomy while gender refers to personal identity and how people perceive themselves. Therefore, the term...
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: Understanding transgender inclusivity in education: challenges faced and ways to improve
There are many reasons why visibility in politics is important for gender identity rights. One reason is that it helps to raise awareness about these issues and bring them to the forefront of public...
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: Transgender visibility in politics: how it advances gender identity rights
Surgery is often seen as the ultimate form of transition for transgender people who are trying to align their bodies with their gender identity.
This type of medical procedure is not always...
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: Genderaffirming surgery: why its not easy accessible to everyone despite cost & location barriers
1. Workplaces that implement inclusive policies for trans employees have been shown to benefit from increased job satisfaction, retention rates, and productivity. Inclusive policies can include...
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: How can transinclusive workplaces improve job satisfaction, productivity, and retention?
There are many reasons why some transgender individuals may experience rejection from LGBTQ+ spaces. One reason is that they may feel uncomfortable being around cisgender people due to their own...
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: Why do some transgender individuals feel unwelcome in lgbtq+ spaces?
Sports are generally considered to be an inclusive activity where people of all genders and orientations can participate equally.
There have been instances where transgender athletes have faced...
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: Understanding trans inclusion in sports: why exclusivity must end
A peer mentor is a person who has been through similar experiences as the mentee, which makes them more likely to understand their struggles and challenges. For transgender youth, having a peer...
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: How transgender peer mentoring benefits youths emotional wellbeing and career development.
What Barriers Prevent Access to Gender-Affirming Mental Healthcare?
The process of gender-affirmation involves a wide range of treatments and interventions that can help transgender individuals...
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: Breaking down barriers to access to genderaffirming mental healthcare
Transgender youth are particularly vulnerable to mental health issues due to their unique experiences navigating gender identity and expression in a world that often does not understand or accept...
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: How trans youth benefits from early access to supportive care