Write for TransActual. We're looking for perspectives from sex workers, pieces about trans joy, articles about parenting and starting a family, and the experiences of people's lives as a trans person within your local community.
A #GeneralElection has been called, make sure you're registered to vote by the 18th June and ensure your voice is heard. Also remember to bring a form of voter ID.
We've been hearing an increasing number of reports of trans people's GPs refusing to prescribe their HRT to them - even if they have a letter from an NHS gender clinic requesting that they do.
If you're trans and have got questions about transition related surgery, TransActual are here to help. Check out our 'What Do I Need To Know About Transition Related Surgery?' resource at https://tinyurl.com/TransActualSurgery
We've been hearing an increasing number of reports of trans people's GPs refusing to prescribe their HRT to them - even if they have a letter from an NHS gender clinic requesting that they do.
“Trans people aren’t a threat to anyone; hate born by ignorance is. All trans (including non binary) people deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, no matter who we are and where we are at with our medical and social transition. Look beyond the hype and fear-mongering in the press. Become the representation you want to see yourself.” Fox Fisher
Elagabalus was made a Roman Emperor at the age of just 14. The Emperor often wore wigs and makeup, and liked to be referred to by feminine titles. Elagabalus reportedly offered a large sum of money to any doctor who could give them a vagina.
If you're a transmasculine person with experience in any type of sex work and would like to write about it, keep reading this post. Jack is a transmasculine person and sex worker activist and he's creating an anthology of writing by trans masculine sex workers (or former sex workers).
He'd like to hear from you. Contributors will be paid. Contact jackvioletparker@hotmail.com for more info.
“When we emerge from the struggle, our flag might be tattered, but it will not stop waving proudly.” Monica Helms
(Accessibility: “When we emerge from the struggle, our flag might be tattered, but it will not stop waving proudly.” Monica Helms Photo: Monica Helms, a woman with long hair wearing a cap and glasses. In the background of the image is a big trans flag)
“There is an extreme lack of representation for young, Deaf, queer, Jewish, Asian, transgender artists. So, I decided to be my own representation.” Chella Man
Have you got your date for top surgery coming up? Have a look at 'What Do I Need to Know About Surgery?' for info on what to pack for hospital and for top recovery tips from the community. You'll find it at https://tinyurl.com/TransActualSurgery
"More training is needed for frontline NHS staff, I feel like the trans community is often required to educate the people who are gatekeeping their access to the services they need. The waiting times are maddening! Three years or more of waiting is is not acceptable, especially when gender dysphoria is your daily companion." Liv
"Trans people come in all shapes and sizes. The ones I have met are nice and just want to get on with their lives. It is wearing to have to justify your existence every time someone wants to call you out on something someone has read or heard." Louise
Looking for Survey Participants for the dissertation project "Reviewing Gender as Colonial Construct and its Impact on Transgender and Intersexual Discrimination." You must be 18+ and trans and/or intersex.
I confuse people with my race, ethnicity, my disability and because I’m trans. My disability makes it hard to communicate sometimes, so I think people in general are awkward around me.” Kaijoumari-Jade
"The intersections between being a trans & autistic person couldn’t be clearer. My experience was trenchantly invalidated because under the cisgender and neurotypical gaze, we are drained of any agency, autonomy or say in who we are." Fey
"Being open from the start of the appointment about the emotional side of my request made it easier for me to communicate, something that can be hard being autistic, instead of trying to find the right words to say after I was already upset." Gage
Been offered your surgery date but not sure what happens next? If it's transition related surgery you're having, TransActual are here to help. Check out 'What Do I Need to Know About Surgery?' at https://tinyurl.com/TransActualSurgery
TransActual are celebrating #TransDayOfVisibility this year with the launch of a new resource for UK based trans people.
What Do I Need To Know About Surgery? is your guide to (almost) all things transition related surgery. Thanks to everyone who contributed their ideas to our community survey and for sharing your top surgery recovery tips.
You'll find this brand new resource at tinyurl.com/TransActualSurgery