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There’s no one-size-fits-all roadmap on how to romance transgender women. But it’s important to honor trans women’s humanity by recognizing that, behind all of the activism and social apprehension, many trans women also desire fulfilling romantic relationships. Here are some ways you can support your lover in public, in private, and in bed.

Transmisogyny is a word that many people don’t know about or understand. But we must stand up to bias against trans women – and this shows why and how.

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Do you have examples of what self-love for trans women looks like? Even most of the “Love Your Body” talk fails to address your struggles. So here are some uplifting reminders just for you.

Check out this super cute comic to make sure you’re not perpetuating any anti-trans patterns. And have a great date!

I never really used to give much thought to the idea that society needs positive cultural images of minorities until I came to embrace my Hispanic heritage and come out of the closet. When I finally did, it raised the question: Where the hell are the transgender Latinas? Is it true that there really aren’t very many Latina/Hispanic trans women in this country?

Liberals support transgender folks way more than conservatives…right? This long history of anti-trans actions on the political left may surprise you.

“Do I pass?” According to our society’s standards, women who are trans, women of color, fat, disabled, and more will never “look like a woman right” – so this author’s getting it wrong on purpose. Dysphoria can leave us heartbroken around as we try to fit the impossible standard of womanhood. With this moving article, learn about the power of looking like you.

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Well-meaning allies are spreading the word about anti-trans violence. But have you thought about what it’s like to be a trans woman of color constantly seeing these stories?

When I began my own transition, of course, homelessness lingered as a fear in the back of my mind. I’d watched too many trans women be run out of their jobs under suspicious circumstances and subsequently struggle to find another job to believe I was entirely immune to the possibility.

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When “women’s space” is code for “cis women’s space,” can it really be a feminist utopia? These reflections can help us build a stronger feminism for everyone.

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“You don’t believe you could ever be that beautiful.” Do you ever feel discouraged about not “passing” as a cis woman? This author has some inspiring words on how to find self-love as a non-passing trans woman.

Trans stories shouldn’t matter only after death. Here are 12 powerful trans and gender non-conforming people making the world a better place.

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Have you ever found parts of yourself reflected in a revolutionary hero’s story? That’s what this author found with Sylvia Rivera, who’s gaining more visibility – but still rarely given the respect she deserves. Find out why she’s such an inspiration.

Transgender women of color are the most targeted victims of violence in the LGBTQIA+ community. This is a feminist issue that cannot be ignored. Why are these women so disproportionately targeted? Watch Laverne Cox explain the unique context behind being a Black transgender woman in the United States and propose a solution for this injustice.

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If you’re inviting trans and gender non-conforming people to speak, make sure you take these steps – or your event might not be as trans-friendly as you want it to be.

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Do you want show transgender people respect, but don’t know the practicalities of how? Learn what common phrases are hurtful and get ideas for words to use instead.

Allyship with trans people is a core component to intersectional feminism. Yet there is still one question that consistently comes up: “Don’t trans people validate that men and women must exist within certain societal roles? Doesn’t it perpetuate gender essentialism?” Not so fast. Read on to understand how supporting diverse experiences obliterates essentialism.

On January 21, 2017, millions of people around the world participated in The Women’s March. A Facebook event that quickly went viral, the march was a powerful display of resistance and solidarity that coalesced around a number of issues including reproductive rights and fighting back against sexual assault. But, for many transgender people, the march…

Did you catch the trailer for the Stonewall movie? Kat Blaque’s sharing what was really going on the night of Stonewall and why it matters – and she knows some people aren’t going to like what she has to say.

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Too many people treat being trans as “something to avoid, to exclude, to escape, at worst to nobly bar up under.” And this author’s done with it.