Recent Blog Posts: Transgender, Gender Nonconforming and Non-Binary

  • American Teenager: A Conversation About Trans Youth and Storytelling
    What is it like to survive — and thrive — as a young trans person in America today? Family Equality sat down with the award-winning author Nico Lang and Mara, a mother featured in their national bestseller, American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era.
  • Iowans: Speak Out to Protect Transgender Rights
    No one should be turned away or denied basic life necessities because of who they are or how they identify. Together, we will show Iowa lawmakers that hate has no place in our state.
  • We’re Not Going Anywhere: Protecting LGBTQ+ Youth and Families in Rural Indiana
    Hear from Claudia, a nonbinary parent and organizer in Indiana, about why they are determined to stay and make a difference for LGBTQ+ youth in their state.
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    A Path Home: Violet and Isa’s Story
    When harmful anti-trans policies began passing in Texas, Violet made the near-impossible decision to leave her home state in search of a more affirming community for her gender-nonconforming child.
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    How To Support Transgender Youth in Your Life
    Parenting isn't always easy or predictable, but with the right steps and support, raising a transgender child can be filled with joy!
  • Know Your Rights in School
    Know Your Rights: A Conversation with Mary Beth Tinker
    Our all-star team of teen advocates talk about how you can advocate for change and speak out, even in school!
  • Queer Kid Stuff talks about pronouns and privilege
    WATCH: Celebrating Autumn (ft. Queer Kid Stuff)
    Queer Kid Stuff joins us for songs and books all about the fall season, going back to school, and more! You don't want to miss this.
  • WATCH: Back to School (ft. Queer Kid Stuff)
    Queer Kid Stuff joins us for songs and books all about LGBTQ+ families!
  • WATCH: IMPROVincetown Comedy Show
    As part of Family Equality's work to bring the magic of Family Week to our computer screens this year, IMPROVincetown joined us for a family-friendly comedy show!
  • WATCH: LGBTQ+ Families Storytime (ft. Queer Kid Stuff)
    Queer Kid Stuff joins us for songs and books all about LGBTQ+ families!
  • Trans Fertility: Trans Women
    Fertility for Transgender Women Before HRT: New Study Provides Answers
    A new study sheds light on whether transgender women have the same fertility options as cisgender men before ever taking hormones.
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    WATCH: Protest Signs, Privilege, and Black LGBTQ+ Revolutionaries (ft. Queer Kid Stuff)
    Queer Kid Stuff joins us to teach about what privilege is, make protests signs, and talk about some awesome Black LGBTQ+ revolutionaries!