TransActual
Trans people have good reason to fear abuse of their data by big organisations. Recent legal developments, including a beefing up of the Data Protection Act and “GDPR” appear to provide protection. But is that protection adequate? And do organisations take any real notice of the law when it comes to data processing?
by Rudy Harries Content warning: homelessness, transphobia, homophobia, suicidal ideation, family rejection There are no exact numbers for how many trans people experience homelessness in the UK. Llamau published a […]
Responding to today’s judgment in the Maya Forstater case, Helen Belcher, for TransActual UK said: “I am very pleased that the judges in her Appeal have upheld the law much […]
I act for a living. That would make sense, what with going to drama school. It’s tough – brutal at times – but I love it. And I love being trans, in every capacity. Simply knowing myself to be ‘trans’ makes me feel whole. And being both trans and an actor makes me a ‘trans actor’ – I love that, too. But, prior to this year, I was stuck in a habit of forgetting who I am.
In light of recent media stories and subsequent discussions related to the role of Dr Michael Brady, National Advisor for LGBT Health at NHS England, in the government’s decision to […]
PrEP (Pre Exposure Prophylaxis) is a drug designed to reduce the chances of getting HIV for people who are at a higher risk of exposure, including men who have sex with men (MSM), injection drug users, and sex workers. Thanks to the efforts of HIV activist groups, over the past few years, PrEP has become available on the NHS in the UK. Those who meet certain criteria can access it through a sexual health clinic. As a queer trans man, I felt that it was important for my health and peace of mind to get on PrEP. Moreover, studies have shown that the drug is safe for transgender people to take, and does not interfere with HRT.