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6 Questions Not to Ask a Pregnant Trans Person
When this author became pregnant, he got all kinds of insensitive questions – and many people didn’t realize they were being hurtful. Here’s what you should avoid asking a pregnant trans person.
Read MoreCan Kids Handle Learning About Trans Issues?
Do you have any concerns about talking to your kids about transgender issues? Kat Blaque’s chatting about the best time for these conversations – and her insights might surprise you.
Read MoreIf Gender Didn’t Exist, Would Trans People?
As feminists, we’re trying to eradicate harmful gender norms. Have you ever wondered if that means accepting trans people perpetuates gender stereotypes? Kat Blaque gets this question a lot, and here’s her smart answer.
Read More3 Touching Journeys Through Trans Masculinity
“How do you be you?” These trans men shared about their childhoods, struggles, and what masculinity means to them, and we can all learn something from their insightful reflections.
Read More4 Ways to Center Trans Women in Reproductive Justice
“No one in the reproductive movement is talking about this.” Do you know about the possibilities for trans women’s reproduction? This author’s experience was infuriating – but with these tips, we can do something about it.
Read MorePeople Reveal Their Deepest Insecurities Around Being Trans
These touching stories say a lot about how long our society has to go in building safety and support for trans communities. Find out how these people are dealing, and if you can relate, their advice might help.
Read MoreIf Trans People Said the Stuff Cisgender People Say
“How do you know you’re a man?” If you’re cisgender, you probably don’t realize how ridiculous some of the things said to trans people sound. This hilarious video makes it so clear.
Read MoreThere’s No Such Thing as ‘Trans Enough’: A Postscript
Did you catch this artist’s last comic about how there’s no such thing as “trans enough?” Here’s an important follow-up – with the disturbing reality about trans experiences with the medical industry.
Read MoreQuestions Trans Folks Are Tired of Being Asked
These folks are witty, insightful, and they’re not holding back from the truth – you’ve got to check out what they have to say to common questions.
Read MoreThere’s No Such Thing As ‘Trans Enough’ – And Here’s Why
If someone comes out to you as trans, your job is to affirm and validate – not argue. Otherwise, you look like this.
Read MoreBills, Bills, Bills: The Oppressive Price of Being Trans
Oppression plays out in a myriad of ways – including financially. And the excitement of coming out as trans and being able to present as one’s authentic self can quickly be overwhelmed by the burden of how much it costs for a name change, updated birth certificate, and new passport – among other things. This comic puts these financial obstacles into perspective.
Read More7 Trans Media Tropes That Need to Stop
Transgender narratives are popular these days. In a way, that’s really cool – recognition of trans existence is a great step toward being treated like we’re actually human. But quite a bit of transness is being capitalized on by cisgender people. We’re being used. So here’s a list of tropes that need to end to help trans people take our representation back.
Read MoreYour First Time: A Sexual Guide for Trans Men
Trans men, like all people, need to know how to have fulfilling, safe, healthy sex to feel whole and good about ourselves. We deserve it (and don’t let anyone tell you differently). But most out trans boys, trans men, and trans masculine people I know receive inadequate, if not wholly non-existent, sex talks. So here are seven key places to start.
Read More10 Misconceptions Every Trans Ally Needs to Understand
You may think you’ve got the basics down – but these myths are common even among well-meaning allies. So make sure you know the truth.
Read MoreWhat Trans-Exclusionary Feminism Really Looks Like
There are people who identify as feminists who try to exclude trans women from any feminist discussion or space, claiming that “there’s so much more to being a woman than wearing a dress or having some surgery.” But that line of thinking reminds us of another group — and it’s not a very flattering comparison. Check out this comic to see how trans-exclusionary logic plays out!
Read MoreMy Period and Me: A Trans Guy’s Guide to Menstruation
I’m a dude – one with a uterus. So like most trans guys, I have to deal with periods at some point or another. And it’s not easy. Everyone in the world seems to think periods are the ultimate expression of femininity. Sometimes it makes me feel very, very feminine. But the truth is, there’s no reason bleeding makes me feminine. Here are five ways to remember this.
Read MoreFifty Shades of White: On Being a Trans Latina
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?
Read MoreHow to Support a Trans Survivor of Domestic Violence
You know that not only does domestic violence in the trans community play out in slightly different ways, but trans survivors often face obstacles when trying to access resources. It’s not easy to approach a loved one about their abusive relationship. But you don’t need to be an expert. You just need to be there.
Read MoreLet’s Talk About Domestic Violence in the Trans Community
Domestic violence is about power. When one’s trans identity challenges conventional gender definitions, its boundaries, and its performances, DV survivors can often feel disempowered. And because it is happening in trans* communities, we need to talk about it and what you can do to help. With the right knowledge and tools, you can help facilitate recovery.
Read MoreWhy the Feminist Movement Must Be Trans-Inclusive
Despite what we like to think, feminism is not always the inclusive space that we want it to be. It can actually be an unsafe place for those seen as outsiders. A small (but vocal!) minority of feminists has a history of purposefully excluding trans struggles from feminism. And not only is this harmful for trans people, but it actually weakens feminism. Here’s why.
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