Drug 'manufacturing delays' are a problem for trans men, exposing how drug companies do not inform the public when they are running short.
trans human rights
Gender
Gender is a fundamental concept for radical communities yet it is often overlooked. Folks working on campaigns that aren't focused on gender can assume that their particular understanding is shared in a group and the notion of gender goes unexplored. There's also not one real primer to get a radical understanding of gender. Books accepted as par de course in academia (Judith Butler) are far from accessible to folks unfamiliar with complex jargon.
Activist Toolkit weekly roundup: Occupy actions, stopping street harassment, trans-positive workshops
| March 22, 2012Teaching trans
Many people still have a lot of questions about trans folks in activist groups. To get everyone on the same page, the National Centre for Transgender Equality has crafted this 38 page workshop guide for trans folks and allies to explain what it means to be trans. From arranging to do a Trans 101 workshop in a group to actually facilitating, the guide gives great tips for trainers throughout. It includes
Gender identity activism in schools
Beyond the Binary is handbook that helps guide community members, activists and youth to creating a more fluid perception of gender identity within schools. The primer begins with definitions, statistics, myth busting and basic information but also covers practical issues for activists. It includes sections about how to define a realistic timeline, as well as goals, of a campaign and get it off the ground. It even has a special section about how to organize a trans day of remembrance.
Wise practices guide for aboriginal trans folks
Developed by 2spirits this guide is part instructive, part demonstrative but on the whole a necessary read for activists. Designed for educators, organizations, activists and community workers, it includes detailed explanations of issues currently facing the indigenous trans community. From unisex toilets to harm reduction and visibility in the community, everything is examined through an indigenous perspective.
