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Maithim duit: The power of forgiving transphobic hate.

Forgiveness can be a challenging concept, especially when faced with the scars of transphobic bullying and the complexities of dementia. However, it holds immense power, not only for the individual but for society as a whole.

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Autism Features Non-binary

Trans and Autistic: Navigating several social transitions

I find correcting people very difficult – it feels like another part of myself I must defend, another part I must explain to others constantly for a slither of recognition.

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Features Law

Analysis of the December 2023 Guidance on the Public Sector Equality Duty

The new Public Sector Equality Guidance ultimately changes nothing, though it may lead some public bodies to act unlawfully.

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Features Homelessness International Lived Experience Transphobia

Trans refugees in Kenya: “Right now we are on our own”

ncreasing numbers of LGBTQ+ people have fled to seek refuge in Kenya, looking for a place they can be themselves without fearing for their lives or for their families’ lives. But things are getting harder.

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Features Healthcare

Overcoming stigma

A stigma is a mark, a way to see or treat a person in a negative way because of their identity, their experiences or a health condition.  HIV stigma is when a person is treated badly because they are HIV positive or are thought to be HIV positive.

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Treat the cause, not the symptom

If you’re already on the waiting list for the Northern Region Gender Dysphoria Service, you are still on the list and will (eventually) be seen. If you’re already a patient with NRGDS, things won’t change for you.

The people impacted are those seeking a referral to Northern Region Gender Dysphoria Service.

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