by FORGE Intern | Mar 1, 2015
Psychologist Abraham Maslow taught us that human needs can be arranged in a hierarchy in which the most basic (finding food, sleeping) must be met before we can address more advanced needs such as self-esteem and creativity. This FAQ addresses why transgender...
by FORGE Intern | Feb 1, 2015
All of us have multiple identities. When more than one of our identities is socially stigmatized, the problems we face multiply. That is “intersectionality.” This FAQ explains intersectionality and how it played out in the life of one young African-American trans...
by FORGE Intern | Jan 11, 2015
This tip sheet is designed for service providers new to the role pronouns play in trans communities. Includes how to ask about pronouns, why pronouns may differ by environment, and what pronouns some non-binary people use.
by FORGE Intern | Apr 6, 2013
Both trans abusers and their abusive partners can use not only any type of power and control tactic, but trans-specific ones, as well. This fact sheet gives examples of tactics that can be used against or by trans and non-binary people in the areas of safety, outing,...
by FORGE Intern | Feb 25, 2013
This list of 101 terms used by people in the trans community was compiled in the early 2000s. Countless more have been added since.
by FORGE Intern | Jan 1, 2013
Short discussion of what service providers should be thinking of while doing safety planning with trans or non-binary people.
by FORGE Intern | Dec 15, 2012
An account of two families coping with the death of a transperson. CW: outdated language.
by FORGE Intern | Nov 1, 2012
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.
by FORGE Intern | Oct 1, 2012
Statistics on violence against trans and non-binary individuals are unreliable and may not even be important. This FAQ explains why.
by FORGE Intern | Sep 1, 2012
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...
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