Trans news
I'm happy to provide you with information on transgender news! Here are some recent updates:
Breaking News
- The Biden administration has announced plans to introduce a new rule that would require healthcare providers to provide gender-affirming care to transgender patients, including hormone therapy and gender confirmation surgeries. (Source: The New York Times)
- A federal judge has ruled that a transgender woman, known as "Jane Doe," has the right to sue the Trump administration for denying her asylum claim based on her gender identity. (Source: NBC News)
Recent Developments
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that it will no longer classify being transgender as a mental disorder, effective immediately. (Source: The Guardian)
- A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) has found that transgender youth who are supported by their families and receive gender-affirming care have better mental health outcomes than those who do not receive such support. (Source: JAMA)
- The US Department of Education has announced that it will no longer investigate complaints of gender identity discrimination in schools, citing a lack of legal authority. (Source: The Washington Post)
Notable Events
- The 2022 Transgender Day of Remembrance was observed on November 20, with events and vigils held around the world to honor the memory of transgender people who have been killed or murdered due to anti-transgender violence. (Source: Human Rights Campaign)
- The 2022 International Conference on Transgender Health was held in Mexico City, featuring presentations and workshops on topics such as gender-affirming care, hormone therapy, and transgender rights. (Source: International Conference on Transgender Health)
Recent Advocacy Efforts
- The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) has launched a new campaign, "Love is Love," to promote acceptance and support for transgender people. (Source: Human Rights Campaign)
- The National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE) has announced a new initiative, "Transgender Equality in the Workplace," to promote transgender inclusion and equality in the workplace. (Source: National Center for Transgender Equality)
I hope this information is helpful!