Resources to Breakdown Transphobia

Why is transphobia important? A large part of the challenges that trans individuals face is due to overt or subtle transphobia. It is important for allies of the transgender community to educate themselves on issues of transphobia to gain an understanding of both systemic transphobia and our own internalized transphobia.

The Philosophy of Transphobia (23 min)

Is Science Anti-Transgender? (19 min)
https://youtu.be/cEhis4L4ohY  Obstetrician/gynecologist @MamaDoctorJones explores the meaning and social expectations around sex and gender labels. The science question is the introduction to this topic.

Transphobia within the LGBT Community (also speaks about racism and patriarchy) (5 min)

Transphobia explored (speaks about racism and micro aggressions) (10 min)

Trans Inclusive Radical Feminism article

Transforming History Video (11 min)

The link Between Autism and Trans Identity (article)

Disclosure. In this Netflix documentary, leading trans creatives and thinkers share heartfelt perspectives and analysis about Hollywood's impact on the trans community.  

I've lived as a man & a woman -- here's what I learned | Paula Stone Williams
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrYx7HaUlMY   If you’re a man, at one point or another you’ve probably thought to yourself, “I will never understand women!” And if you’re a woman, “what's wrong with men?!” But your gender is all you've ever known, so how could you understand? As a transgender woman, Rev. Dr. Paula Stone Williams has lived on both sides, “and the differences are massive!” In this funny and insightful talk, Paula shares her wisdom for all.

A Queer Vision of Love, a Ted Talk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwcvhh4pLjE An energetic upbeat view of how love unfolds. A beautiful celebration of the power of love and that it know no boundaries.

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