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“How do I have ‘cisgender’ privilege? I’m just normal. How is that a privilege?” This common attitude is how privilege can exist without being questioned. So here’s a list of privilege for people who aren’t trans so we can work together to help our society become more inclusive.

What do you have to do to be “trans enough?” Spoiler alert: Your gender isn’t up for debate. These affirmations will remind you of just that.

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This author has noticed some disturbing trends in how trans folks can actually perpetuate transphobia against other trans folks in the community. Here are some important ideas for what to do about it.

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Is the Internet the only place giving you relief from the burden of society’s gender binary? Here are some of the ways that seeking out or creating your own trans-dedicated spaces could change your life for the better.

Trans & GNC 130+ Examples Of Cis Privilege in All Areas of Life For You To Reflect On and Address 6 Affirmations for Trans Folks Who Don’t Feel ‘Trans Enough’ 5 Ways Trans People Can Support Other Trans People 10 Reasons Why Trans Folks Need Trans-Dedicated Spaces 10 Trans Guy Myths Busted This Non-Binary Trans…

At one point during this year’s Oscars ceremony, it dawned on me: Many people don’t know the difference between trans women and drag queens! There seems to be an assumption that all people assigned male at birth who grow up to wear clothing from the women’s section identify the same way. That couldn’t be further from the truth. So let’s talk about this difference.

The decision to come out and to whom is as individual as you are. It is likely that you will have to come out to those people closest to you and those you see frequently. However, being publicly out – as an activist or as anyone in the public eye – is a decision you must weigh. Here are some thoughts on when and how to come out but remember, only you know what’s right for you and your situation.

Trans folks are people, just like cis folks are. But the way some cis people talk to trans people implies otherwise. Disrespectful questions, trivialization of trans issues, conflation of gender identity and sexual preference all add up to the dehumanization of trans folks. Check out this video compilation of some of the most common transphobic microaggressions!

These trans folks are speaking for themselves about who they are. And their lives are not like most people think.

Ever been confused about pronouns, or about what to do if you’re not sure how someone identifies? This video’s got the info you need to clear up these questions and more.

There are a lot of misconceptions about what it means to be a trans guy — everything from conflating it with sexuality (“All trans guys are just super lesbians”) to misunderstanding that trans is not necessarily defined physically (“You aren’t really trans until you start hormone treatment”). Arielle Scarcella and Benton Sorensen team up to bust some of these myths!

Not only do I have to deal with the crippling dysphoria that comes from having a body that I often don’t even recognize as my own, I also have to deal with the cultural misogyny that tells me that a woman can’t be as fat as I am and still be desirable. I have to navigate this world where people either feel like my fatness is somehow hurting them or exists only to feed their fetish. And it sucks.

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For a deeper understanding of what it means to be trans, here’s some next-level information that even people who know the basics are missing. Does this answer any of your questions about trans lives?

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This author’s actually glad to have this conversation about the mistakes you’re making as an ally – because learning is what it’s all about. Here’s to more growth!

Cis and trans people tend to agree that it’s impossible for trans women to get periods. But wait – turns out it’s time to deepen our understanding of this question.

Do you think it’s unfair for trans women athletes to compete in women’s sports? Then you need to know this info that too many people are missing.

Despite all the fear-mongering from anti-transgender politicians, the bathroom laws they’re trying to pass are the real danger. Here’s why.

If you’re cisgender, you might have questions about what it means to be transgender. This question is unfortunately common – but it’s not even close to appropriate.