Recent Transgender Articles
Transgender Flourishing Rules: The Second Six
Dana Bevan posted six of her 12 Suggested Rules for Transgender Flourishing in her last post. The rules are designed to help boost transgender visibility and promote the existence of trans people as just another part of our society. Today Dana posts the remaining six rules.
What Did You Say? Trans and sex terminology
Chrissy Gann uses her post today to provide a comprehensive list of words used when talking about transgender issues, gender identity and gender expression. This is the culmination of an effort to compile as many different words spread over many sources and to define those words. Some of the definitions may be off base and you may not agree with Chrissy’s interpretation of the word’s meaning. TGForum may not agree with some. The compilation and interpretation is all Chrissy’s.
Tell Shelley Anne: Interview with Dr. Aaron Devor
Dr. Aaron Devor, PhD, FSSSS, FSTLHE, has been studying and teaching about transgender topics since the early 1980s. He established and holds the world’s first Chair in Transgender Studies; initiated and hosts the international, interdisciplinary Moving Trans History Forward conferences, started the Transgender Archives at the University of Victoria and is the subject of today’s Tell Shelley Anne interview.
Imperial Court of Minnesota Fundraising Event
The Imperial Court of Minnesota is a local Chapter of an international organization whose focus is to build a better community through volunteer work and community outreach with an emphasis on fundraising. In July the will hold a fundraiser for a Minnesota charity.
The Week In Trans 2/15/21
TWIT has all the news you need about the doings in the transgender community. What do we learn today? Doctors are raising vocal pitch using lasers. The new administration in Washington issues several transgender friendly orders to different departments of the government. State legislatures continue to crusade against rights for trans people. The White House press secretary says “Trans rights are human rights.” More violence against trans women of color has occurred. The Pentagon is welcoming trans enlistees. A new company offers transgender people care over the internet. “Disclosure” is snubbed by the Academy. Spain is proposing changes to its transgender laws that make life easier. The junta ruling Myanmar is getting resistance led by drag queens. A trans woman is a promising candidate in El Salvador’s upcoming election. There’s all that and more plus several TWIT Awards waiting for you in TWIT!
The Occasional Woman: Shoes!
Lorraine Anderson takes a look at the touted shoe trends for 2021. From fuzzy ugg mug outdoor slippers to cowboy boots, combat boots and sexy kitten heels, Ms. Anderson gives you her views on what the fashionable foot will be wearing in 2021.
Already
Sophie Lynne shows examples of what the new administration has done to the benefit of transgender people in the first few weeks of his administration. Then she shows how much the Republican Party has done to make laws that undermine transgender rights. It’s a stark contrast to say the least.
1956: Sweet Sweet Little Ramona, page 16
It’s 1956 and we’re transported to the garment district of New York City where a trans woman works to make a living selling what she’s got in the nighttime and tries to find a way to become a fashion model. Click to meet the various characters, from hookers to fashion buyers for the chic department stores, as Ramona makes her way toward the glamorous life.
Glam Rocks!
Christy Lewis fondly recalls the days of big hair, high heeled shoes and bold makeup. Is she remembering her formative years dressing up as a lady? No. She’s remembering the glam rockers, hair bands, and other musicians whose stage image crossed the gender border into traditionally feminine looks. Rock on. . . We mean read on!
My Life as Savannah, Chapter 7, Tragedy
With his father away on a long term project Kenny’s mother and sister encourage him to dress as Savannah for the whole summer. Savannah has been introduced to the local girls as a visiting cousin and they accept her completely. She attended a slumber party and regularly went to church socials. She was shy as a boy but as Savannah she found herself chatting with both girls and boys. One boy in particular has been escorting her on casual outings. But Chapter 7 has an ominous title, Tragedy.
Nigerian “Crossdressers”
Nigeria is an odd place to find transgender celebrities. Ordinary trans people there are often arrested by Islamic police but there are several well known trans women, called “crossdressers” by Nigerian media, who make headlines, appear in online videos and social media and are treated like stars. Here are a few of them.
The Week In Trans 2/8/21
What’s in the news this week? Jen Richards appears on the CBS series Clarice. President Biden tells the State Department to promote LGBTQ rights worldwide. Republican state legislators introduce 31 bills targeting trans students. The New York anti-loitering law that was used to harass trans women has been repealed. Violence toward Black trans women continues. A Myrtle Beach drag queen who testified before Congress promoting LGB rights in the ‘90s passes away. A study shows puberty blockers don’t cause irreversible damage to young people. A WWE star wrestler comes out as trans. YouTube star Abigail Thorn also comes out as trans. Eddie izzard is running — in a political race, not a marathon. A transgender stylist claims Marilyn Manson held a gun to her head. There’s all that and a few TWIT Awards waiting for you in TWIT!
Dina’s Diner 2/8/21
Dina Amberle has been in the kitchen all day cooking up a feast for her avid patrons. Today she roasts some of the benefits of the pandemic lockdown for trans and nonbinary folks. While that’s working in the oven she puts on a pot and boils up some right wing over-reaction to trans girls in girls’ sports. Then she adds in an appreciation from the viewpoint of a crossdresser for women’s figure skating, and fires up another burner to heat up some Black Lolitas. For dessert Dina bakes a tasty tart featuring a fashion blogger with a quirky sense of style. Don’t miss out on the fare you’ll find at Dina’s Diner.
Silicone Breastplates: Pros, Cons and Possible Mods
A couple of years ago TGForum founding momma Cindy Martin wrote about breast pumping to enlarge male breasts and that post has been very popular. Today she reports that pumping did increase her bust but not to the extent she was hoping for. And it took a long time to get any results. Now she has a post on silicone breastplates. She outlines the pros and cons of wearing one and shows how to modify them for more ease of use.
1956: Sweet Sweet Little Ramona page 15
It’s 1956 and we’re transported to the garment district of New York City where a trans woman works to make a living selling what she’s got in the nighttime and tries to find a way to become a fashion model. Click to meet the various characters, from hookers to fashion buyers for the chic department stores, as Ramona makes her way toward the glamorous life.
Before and After
When Claire Hall heard about the #nowandthenchallenge she gave in and decided to share the enormous change she went through from 2000 to 2021. In 2000 she was bearded, obese, and miserable. Take a look at the photo she shows from this year and you could use it to illustrate the word “happy”.
TransTainment! Trans in Arts and Entertainment 2/8/21
TransTainment covers transgender people in the arts and entertainment. Today we learn about the tragic passing of electronic pop music producer and recording artist Sophie Xenon. Look at the films and television shows that showcase the talents of Jen Richards, Alexandra Billings, Nomi Ruiz and Patti Harrison. Take a look at India’s 6 Pack Band, find out about the trans woman who aspired to take over the auto business in the ’70s, and meet a former WWE wrestler who is living her best life.
Trans Spirituality 2/8/21
Today Rabbah Rona looks at holy texts and concludes that being nonbinary, transgender, intersexed or asexual is far from being the abomination that many who profess to adhere to Christianity believe. God created the world (and the whole universe) with many different options. Being LGBTQ+ is just as natural as anything in that universe.
Femme Voice Training #7
Sabrina Symington continues her series of voice training videos that give you the vocal tools to sound in a way that matches your look. Whether you crossdress now and then or live fulltime in your preferred gender speaking as a woman can boost your confidence when you interact with members of the general public. Sabrina has a lot to say on the subject of sounding like you look.
The Week In Trans 2/1/21
What do we learn today? President Biden has tossed out the ban on trans people in the military. Several stories deal with how that affects many who want to serve. The president also issued an executive order on the treatment of transgender students. Red states push back by introducing bills banning trans girls from school sports. Elliot Page is getting divorced. Several Montana lawmakers changed their minds about a bill to limit medical care for trans kids after meeting with some kids and their parents. South Dakota seeks to prevent trans people from updating their birth certificates. Dominique Jackson is one of the American Gods. Laverne Cox is in love. Transgender films and TV shows were recognized with GLAAD Awards. News of the possibility of a TV series set in the Harry Potter universe is greeted with scorn by some in the trans community. There’s all that and a ton more, plus several well deserved TWIT Awards waiting for you in TWIT!
Coming Around Again
Linda Jensen reminisces about the early days when she bought her girl clothes from the Sears Catalog. Now in 2021 with dressing rooms in most stores closed over COVID concerns she’s had to adjust how she shops. The still visits Ross Dress For Less regularly but now she has to take things home to decide if she will keep them.
1956: Sweet Sweet Little Ramona page 14
It’s 1956 and we’re transported to the garment district of New York City where a trans woman works to make a living selling what she’s got in the night time and tries to find a way to become a fashion model. Click to meet the various characters, from hookers to fashion buyers for the chic department stores, as Ramona makes her way toward the glamorous life
From the Julie Archives: 6 Outings in 3 Weeks
In 2017 a newbie to the world of crossdressing had six crossdressed forays in a short period of time. That newbie was our Julie Slowinski and today she documents that whirlwind of dressing up and offers some advice based on her experience progressing from newbie to fashionable crossdresser about town.
A Sabrina Symington Cartoon
Sometimes is hard to curb condemnation for people who keep attacking you. Bria revels in the misfortune of he philosophical rivals but her dinosaur friend offers another take on the situation.
An Important Life Skill
Coach Char has some advice that would benefit most everyone but works for transgender people, too. Try practicing what she advocates and see if you don’t have an easier time going through life.
The Week In Trans 1/25/21
Time for The Week In Trans! It’s all the news about, by and for transgender people who want to be in the know. What do we learn today? Joe Biden’s interfaith prayer service featured trans people. The first day of Biden’s term saw the rescinding of anti-trans orders put in place by the previous president. A trans woman is running for New York City’s city council. Texas will soon vote on a bill to cut off medical care for trans kids. The new Secretary of Defense is for lifting the ban on trans in the military. New York state is repealing a law that allowed police to arrest trans women for “walking while trans”. Maryland wants to make it easier for trans people to change their names. Dr. Rachel Levine is nominated for the position of Assistant Secretary of Health. Actress Trace Lysette moves into the music biz with a new song called SMB. There’s all that and a plethora of other stories waiting for you in TWIT!
