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TDOR speech – Syd

TDOR speech – Syd

by Syd Michael Robinson Dearest Friends, Today, all over the world, there are programs and vigils being held for Transgender Day of Remembrance. As, I’m saying this, the impact of what that means is settling into my mind. It’s truly amazing to think that so many...
FAQ: Transgender Day of Remembrance

FAQ: Transgender Day of Remembrance

November 20th every year is Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR). This fact sheet includes TDOR’s history, statistics, and why and how some murders are “message crimes” aimed at the larger community.
FAQ: Universal Design

FAQ: Universal Design

The disability field calls it “universal design,” meaning that if you design for those with the most different needs, you’ll better serve everyone. This FAQ explains how universal design works when we’re talking about transgender and non-binary...
FAQ: Know and Tell Why

FAQ: Know and Tell Why

The practice of telling a client why you need sensitive information prior to asking for it is extremely helpful in many situations, especially for trans and non-binary people, who are all too often asked inappropriate or insensitive questions. This FAQ explores...
FAQ: Master Status

FAQ: Master Status

This FAQ describes multiple cases in which trans and non-binary people got served poorly because a service provider defaulted to “master status” and assumed everything the trans person was dealing with was related to their gender identity.
Transgender 101: Serving Gender Variant Crime Victims

Transgender 101: Serving Gender Variant Crime Victims

This trans 101 webinar introduces victim service providers to the concepts and history that will enable them to better serve transgender survivors of sexual assault and other forms of violence. Webinar primarily focuses on basic transgender concepts, but also includes...
FAQ: Terms Paradox

FAQ: Terms Paradox

The “Terms Paradox” refers to the fact that terms can be crucial — they are how people feel heard and respected — and, at the same time, meaningless (because speaker and listener may not define a term the same way). This FAQ also addresses the...