Westernized society and culture have experienced a dramatic shift surrounding awareness and visibility of gender diverse identities over this past decade. Along with visibility, we are seeing advancement of gender care services for children, adolescents and adults at major hospital networks across the nation. Longitudinal research is continually showing the positive mental and physical health…
The changing landscape around transgender awareness and inclusion over the past ten years has been astonishing. On the one hand, trans issues are out in front of us where they can be explored both at the personal and institutional level. On the other hand, the more individuals learn about themselves and their transgender identity, the…
It is that time of year again, whether you actually celebrate the holidays being recognized or not, you are still surrounded by the messaging, school closings, days off (unless you work retail) and family gatherings. Depending on your family dynamic, this can either be an enjoyable experience, or the moments that you dread weeks before…
I have been very fortunate to have been asked into elementary, middle and high schools to conduct all-staff trainings on gender inclusion and working with transgender students. Currently the media is abuzz with the new law in California, AB 1266, which beginning January 1st, 2014 will grant transgender students, grades K – 12, equal rights…