Despite ongoing discrimination and restricted life options, there are signs of hope for the transgender community, especially among the younger generation
The Sunni religious establishment is resisting transgender demands by banning gender affirming surgery – while allowing “sex correction” for intersex people
G(end)er Swap: gender-affirming fashion can be a ‘lifesaver’ for young trans people – who can wait years for vital healthcare
I’ve been a trans activist for more than 30 years. Shon Faye’s debut book makes me think we were far too polite in my day
Apesar de correrem alto risco de estupro, o sistema legal atual raramente oferece qualquer apoio em caso de gravidez
Los hombres trans de Colombia están en alto riesgo de ser violados, pero cuando gestan no suelen recibir la atención que necesitan
Trans men in Colombia are at high risk of being raped, but if they become pregnant they often can’t get the help they need
Cleopatra Kambugu’s new ID has been celebrated by fellow rights activists – but gender recognition remains out of reach for most
Healthcare access for LGBTIQ communities in the US is under threat from the conservative Right. The WHO should do more
‘I’ve been deemed a risk to the party’s reputation for being transgender,’ Bristow tells openDemocracy in an exclusive interview
The alarming wave of anti-trans activism in the West threatens to undermine rights in less privileged parts of the world