Recent Transgender Articles
University of Victoria Chair in Transgender Studies Newsletter
Dr. Aaron Devor is the current Chair in Transgender Studies and he is the first Chair in Transgender Studies at the University of Victoria. Dr. Devor has been studying and teaching about transgender topics for more than thirty years. He is the author of numerous well-cited scholarly articles, and the widely-acclaimed books. Every week the […]
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If you register on TGForum to take advantage of the extras that come when you login–you must be sure to activate your account by verifying your email address. When you submit your registration form the site generates an email to the address you put in the email field of the form. You must respond to […]
Introducing the TGF User Photo Gallery
TGForum brings back user photos! Not like we did in the ’90s. Now you can upload a photo and after its approved (no nudity or other naughtiness) it will be added to our new TGForum User Gallery. (300MB maximum size.)
Trans News Now 9/11/23
The trans sorority sister wins in court. Red states keep churning out laws against being who we are. Laws that were blocked get unblocked. Others get blocked. The Tennessee ban on drag shows can’t be used to shutdown a Pride festival. The reality show Married At First Sight UK adds a trans woman to the contestants. Boston no longer requires applicants for a marriage license to provide their gender. California recognizes August as Transgender History Month. All the attacks on transgender people makes more transgender people run for office. Ithaca New York is a sanctuary city for trans people. Male actress Charles Busch releases his memoir. That’s just a taste of the news you’ll find in Trans News Now!
Linda Magazine, Issue #4
Not to be outdone by Oprah, Linda Jensen has created her own magazine titled Linda snd this is Issue #3. It contains several stories of her crossdressed adventures. The magazine is in PDF Format which can be read in your browser using Google Viewer. When you see the cover of Linda magazine look for the “pop out” icon in the upper right corner of the first page. Click to get an enlarged view of the magazine’s pages that is scrollable.
Dating a Crossdresser
Pam and Luke started dating and soon became a couple. But Pam started to notice things about Luke that made her wonder if he was attracted to the idea of crossdressing. One night after a few drinks she asked if he’d like her to give him a makeover. Luke agreed and with Pam’s help their dates became glamor parties with the two of them dressing up and having fun. Pam told Shelley Anne about her and Luke and Shelley Anne tells this true story with the permission of the couple. Read on to find out how their story ends.
Sex in the Transgender Marriage: The Wives Weigh In
Liberty Storer is married to a crossdresser. She first learned of her husband’s crossdressing after they were married. She willingly helped him live his fantasies until she learned of things he did when she wasn’t around. The couple made the decision to forgo sexual activity while continuing to live together. Liberty started a blog that attracted women in relationships with crossdressers or trans women. In 2022 she had her followers participate in a survey about intimacy with their partners. She shares the results in today’s post.
Twit Awards for the Week 9/11/23
While assembling the stories for the news Cecilia Barzyk comes across silly fools who don’t understand transgender issues and just don’t care to. They bash us and introduce legislation against us. We call these people twits and in this post Cecilia tells you who they are and what they’ve said and done that makes them a twit.
Trans News Now 9/4/23
What’s in the news? Dylan Mulvaney wins a Streamy Award. The case brought by a group of sorority girls against their sorority for letting a trans girl join is dismissed. A Texas judge blocks the ban on drag shows in that state. Another judge in Texas puts an injunction on the state’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors but the state supreme court overturns it. The state of California sues a school district for requiring that parents be informed if their child changes gender in school. Members of Congress attempt to introduce a bill mandating the teaching of progressive sex education including LGBTQ lessons. Indeed not only finds jobs for people but gives cash to cover relocation expenses for trans employees. The Canadian government issues a travel warning for its LGBTQ citizens visiting the U.S., especially those visiting certain U.S. states. Meanwhile Saskatchewan adopts the same kind of educational policies as conservative U.S. states. In India government funding for shelters for trans women stops. Jose Julio Sarria, the first empress of the Imperial Court system, is inducted to The California Hall of Fame. There’s much more news waiting for you in Trans News Now!
Foundation on Mature Skin: How to Avoid That Dry, Cakey Look
Do your wrinkles and pores look more prominent after you’ve applied your makeup? Do you think makeup makes you look older? If you’ve answered “yes” to either of these questions, then it’s not your imagination. And it’s no your foundation. Get some options from professional makeup artist Gina “Jet” Ortiz that will keep you looking good all night long.
TransTainment! Trans in Art and Entertainment
TransTainment brings you news regarding transgender performers in plays, films, and onstage entertaining. Today what did Dylan Mulvaney say when she accepted an award? Trace Lysette gets praised. An artist creates a portrait series titled “The Grand Drag Legacy of Southeastern Minnesota”. A Polish film about a trans woman character goes to the Venice Film Festival. Aurora Gayheart is Miss New Mexico Gay Rodeo Association 2023.
Online Transgender Dating; There’s an App for That!
My Transgender Date has exciting news for its users: they have launched their dating app! This app has the same database as its website to make it easier for members to use the site on the go. Much like the website, My Transgender Date’s app is a welcoming space where trans women can easily connect […]
Deborah’s Story, Part 4 – Purging Decisions
In Part 4 of Deborah’s story she is living in the United States and has a job that often takes her away from home. It allows her to do business during the day and then dress up in the privacy of her hotel room in the evening. Feeling the urge more to actually leave her room and mingle with the public en femme Deborah plans a special outing several states away from where she lives. She buys a new outfit for the special night and things appear to go well as she dines in a restaurant full of regular folks. But then. . .
Twit Awards for the Week 9/4/23
While assembling the stories for the news Cecilia Barzyk comes across silly fools who don’t understand transgender issues and just don’t care to. They bash us and introduce legislation against us. We call these people twits and in this post Cecilia tells you who they are and what they’ve said and done that makes them a twit.
Trans News Now 8/28/23
Dylan Mulvaney is spotted at an audition for a new Broadway production of Cabaret. An injunction stops enforcement of Georgia’s ban on gender-affirming care. Alabama wins its right to pick on trans kids. Spain elects its first openly transgender senator. The Florida Board of Education issues restroom rules that separate the boys from the girls. A study shows that the decline in sales of Bud Light may be because the beer abandoned attempts to show support for the LGBTQ community. Scientific American has an article that refutes the supposed evidence for “Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria.” After Alice Cooper made some anti-trans statements he loses a deal with a cosmetics company. Transgender cyclist Emily Bridges is named to the list of most influential women by British Vogue. Germany approves self-ID of gender. A transgender handy woman does home improvement videos on TikTok.
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Sophie Lynne has attended Pennsylvania State University twice. She was present in Happy Valley during the Reagan years but she wasn’t happy. She was holding on to her deep, dark secret. With good reason. Come out as trans back then and there were consequences. Since then there has been more tolerance for LGBTQ people and during her second time at PSU Sophie has seen the new LGBTQ students have many more resources.
The Occasional Woman: Finding Your Dress Size
Women, if they are followers of fashion, know almost instinically, what size they wear in dresses, tops, jackets, blouses, and so on. They have this power because they started learning about fashion and style in their teen years. Crossdressers have a disadvantage, the older ones that is. They have to start acquiring the knowledge that allows them to build a femme wardrobe later in life. Fortunately Lorraine Anderson, owner of The Occasional Woman custom clothing service has some tips on how to find your size.
Twit Awards for the Week 8/28/23
While assembling the stories for the news Cecilia Barzyk comes across silly fools who don’t understand transgender issues and just don’t care to. They bash us and introduce legislation against us. We call these people twits and in this post Cecilia tells you who they are and what they’ve said and done that makes them a twit.
Trans News Now 8/21/23
A trans woman wins Mexico’s reality show Las Estrellas. Anti-trans laws keep popping up in several states. More cities declare trans sanctuary status. New Hampshire outlaws the LGBTQ+ Panic defense. Target’s second quarter sales are down after supporting Pride. Hari Nef stars in streamer Bad Things. 4/5 of all transgender characters in the top 100 films at the box office last year were in just one movie. Elliot Page teases you with a few excerpts of his book Pageboy. The British Government introduces a new policy; they will not issue permits for buildings with gender-neutral restrooms. The trans community in Jordan feels neglected. A Russian transgender blogger is arrested and found guilty of “spreading LGBTQ+ propaganda.” 80% of LGBTQ+ individuals in the U.S. are afraid for their personal safety in the current political environment but most LGBTQ+ people still remain hopeful despite the bullying and stress. Zaya Wade appears in a Puma sneakers campaign. Check out all the news!
Dina’s Diner 8/21/23
What culinary delight does Dina Amberle have for us in the kitchen at Dina’s Diner? Take a YouTube star coming out as a trans woman. Add a little cosplay/crossplay and shake well. While that cools on the counter she stirs in a bit of AI crossdressing photos and make a roue of aging rocks stars and senior crossdressers. For dessert Dina offers a low rider skirt. The perfect treat after a delicious diner repast.
Hard Times for Trans People
Rabbah Rona Matlow, like many transgender folks in the USA is feeling stressed over the continuing attacks by right wing politicians on the LGBTQ+s community. If she thought there was any other place to migrate to she would seriously consider going there. But she knows the answer to the situation we’re in. Everyone needs to vote the haters out of the legislatures and replace them with legislators who will repeal the anti-trans laws.
Twit Awards for the Week 8/21/23
While assembling the stories for the news Cecilia Barzyk comes across silly fools who don’t understand transgender issues and just don’t care to. They bash us and introduce legislation against us. We call these people twits and in this post Cecilia tells you who they are and what they’ve said and done that makes them a twit.
Trans News Now 8/14/23
A Republican member of the City Council in Trenton, N.J. tries to educate her party about trans rights. A judge imposes a temporary ban on Idaho’s school restroom policy. The Tennessee attorney general may have violated trans patients civil rights by taking their medical records. Florida requires that students be treated according to the sex on their birth certificate. The Trevor Project is close to insolvency. A trans woman in Alabama runs for the state House of Representatives. Bud Light is still seeing low sales figures from their team up with Dylan Mulvaney but Modelo Especial is the top selling brew in the U.S. and they openly support LGBTQ rights. A recent study shows that most people who have top surgery are pleased with the results. Some would-be patients in England have waited up to 35 years for their first appointment with the NHS gender counselor. Star of Paris is Burning Carmen Xtravaganza passes away. The Museum of Pop Culture removes the name of J.K. Rowling from its exhibits. The World Bank stops making loans to Uganda because of that country’s negative view of trans people. That’s just a taste of what’s waiting for you in Trans News Now.
An Interview with Tona Brown
Shelley Anne interviews Tona Brown and learns about her international performance career as a violinist and Mezzo-Soprano. Ms.Brown has performed throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. She the first transgender woman of color to perform the National Anthem for a sitting President, Barack Obama, and she is an activist on transgender issues.
Linda Magazine, Issue #3
Not to be outdone by Oprah, Linda Jensen has created her own magazine titled Linda snd this is Issue #3. It contains several stories of her crossdressed adventures. The magazine is in PDF Format which can be read in your browser using Google Viewer. When you see Linda on the cover of her magazine look for the “pop out” icon in the upper right corner of her first page. Click to get an enlarged view of the magazine’s pages that is scrollable.
How Well Do I Pass?
Passing. At times the community can become focussed on passing. And most of us go through the obsession with passing phase. Admittedly, in some areas of the U.S. passing is more important than in other areas. Our Contributor Michelle Rogers lives in one of those not-so tolerant areas. In her blog today she takes a look at herself and grades her performance in the passing game.
Twit Awards for the Week 8/14/23
While assembling the stories for the news Cecilia Barzyk comes across silly fools who don’t understand transgender issues and just don’t care to. They bash us and introduce legislation against us. We call these people twits and in this post Cecilia tells you who they are and what they’ve said and done that makes them a twit.
Trans News Now 8/7/23
Trans News Now is on the air! A drag queen has the top spot on the iTunes Christian chart. The American Academy of Pediatrics expresses its continuing support for gender-affirming medicine for minors. The U.K. publishes new guidelines for reporting on sex and gender identity. Quakers in Britain sign a pledge to stand with transgender people. Suzy Eddie Izzard announces her candidacy for Labour MP from Brighton Pavilion. A three-judge panel of the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals rules that transgender students in Indiana must be allowed to use the restroom matching their gender identity. Dwayne Wade and Gabrielle Union move out of Florida. A trans student in Missouri sues her former school district, for making her use the boys’ restroom or the school’s one single-person restroom. Florida law forbids the teaching of sexuality and gender theory at the K-12 level. There’s all that and more waiting for you in Trans News Now!
