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4 ‘Body Positive’ Phrases That Exclude Trans People (And What To Say Instead)
This author knows from firsthand experience that the body acceptance movement has left transgender people largely invisible. How do these ideas change your approach to body positivity?
Read More5 Ways Trans People Can Support Other Trans People
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.
Read MoreWhy Our Conversations About Street Harassment Need To Include Trans Women
Thankfully, street harassment as such is increasingly being acknowledged in our society. But we almost always discuss it in terms of how cisgender women are being targeted – without mentioning other groups who are also disproportionally targeted such as trans women, particularly trans women of color. We need to make sure we include them too. Here’s why.
Read MoreTransmisogyny 101: What It Is and What Can We Do About It
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.
Read More5 Reasons Why We Need to Stop Saying That ‘Women Are Half the World’s Population’
You’d think saying that “half the world are women” is a good case for women’s rights – except that this language hurts all of us in the end. Here’s why.
Read MoreHere’s Why ‘Raising Awareness’ About Trans Lives Isn’t Good Enough
Caitlyn Jenner, Janet Mock, Laverne Cox. With trans people more visible than ever in the media, the way most of us talk about trans issues is misleading – and even harmful. Here’s how we can do better.
Read MoreThe Crucial Problem We’re Forgetting In the Trans Bathroom Debate
People are trying to pass anti-trans legislation under the guise of “protecting” women in public restrooms. But here’s what these debates are missing.
Read MoreWhat Cis Folk Have In Common With Trans Folk
Transgender people face a huge battle in society to freely express themselves. But in many ways, we’re all fighting a similar battle – to be seen as people and for who we are.
Read More10 Reasons Why Trans Folks Need Trans-Dedicated Spaces
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.
Read MoreSo Your Trans Friend Is Transitioning and You Want to Be Supportive – Here Are 6 Ways How
Got a friend who’s transitioning, but not sure how to be supportive – especially if you haven’t worked out your own feelings yet? That’s okay! Let this article be your guide.
Read More10 Things You’re Actually Saying When You Ignore Someone’s Gender Pronouns
One of the most everyday challenging parts of coming out as transgender is the resistance people have to changing the pronouns they use. Sure, some slip-ups are understandable at first. But when people actively refuse to use your pronouns, then that’s a whole other story. Here are ten things that this refusal actually signifies to the trans person.
Read MoreHow Did Public Bathrooms Get to Be Separated By Sex in the First Place?
Think it’s just “natural” to separate bathrooms by sex? This info on the sexism behind it will make you think again – with even more evidence of why trans restroom access matters.
Read More5 Battles the LGBTQIA+ Movement Needs to be Fighting (Beyond Marriage Equality)
The Supreme Court’s historic decision on marriage equality doesn’t mean the fight is over – we can’t miss these important issues calling for change.
Read MoreThese 5 Myths About Body Dysphoria in Trans Folks Are Super Common – But Also Super Wrong
Sometimes we think we understand a situation, but in reality, we’re reducing someone’s experience to a myth. This happens a lot with trans folks and body dysphoria. Have you fallen for these reductive messages?
Read MoreThis Trans Man Was Fired Because of His Gender – Here’s How He’s Fighting Back
“Nobody should have that taken away from them.” Work life was going well for Tristan Broussard – until his employers learned he was transgender. Here’s what happened next.
Read MoreTrans Folks, Body Image, and Eating Disorders: Why We Must Shift the Narrative
Conversations about eating disorders, body image, and beauty standards often focus on straight, cisgender women. But they’re not the only ones struggling. If you’re transgender and dealing with body image concerns and disordered eating, you’re not alone. And you deserve support. Here are some barriers and solutions for trans folks learning to love our bodies.
Read MoreWhy Anti-Trans ‘Bathroom Bills’ Are Bullsh*t
Despite all the fear-mongering from anti-transgender politicians, the bathroom laws they’re trying to pass are the real danger. Here’s why.
Read MoreThese Touching Photos of Trans Folk Over 50 Are Definitely Worth 1000 Words
It’s time to “complicate the ways in which transgender older adults are portrayed and perceived.” Let this touching photo project open you up to a world rarely shown.
Read MoreWhy the Left Isn’t As Trans-Friendly As You Might Think
Liberals support transgender folks way more than conservatives…right? This long history of anti-trans actions on the political left may surprise you.
Read More5 Great Ways to Practice Loving Accountability
Accountability has become a hot topic among activists – but do you know how to actually practice accountability in a loving way? These concrete tips can help you address harmful behavior.
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