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Thinking back to the time in life when I was closeted now seems so weird! Who was I back then? The only person people knew me as was the image I had created for them. That person wasn’t me though. … Read the rest here

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12 hours ago

Montana’s Trans Kids Win Big:
Judge Strikes Down Ban in Historic Ruling

(Helena, MT) In a landmark victory for transgender youth, a Montana judge has struck down a 2023 Republican led law banning gender-affirming care for minors, calling it a discriminatory attack driven by “political and ideological” motives.

Judge Jason Marks didn’t hold back, dismantling the state’s arguments for Senate Bill 99, signed by Gov. Greg Gianforte (R). The law aimed to block all gender-affirming care—hormones, surgeries, and more—for those under 18. Marks ruled it unconstitutional, arguing it targeted “transgender expression” rather than addressing any legitimate health concerns. “Montana does not ban other medical treatments based on potential risks,” the judge wrote, noting the state failed to prove a “bona fide health risk” exists.

The decision resonates deeply with 17-year-old plaintiff Phoebe Cross, who said, “Just living as a trans teenager is difficult enough, the last thing me and my peers need is to have our rights taken away.” His words echo the struggles of many, as 1 in 4 transgender youth face barriers to care.

Marks highlighted that major U.S. medical organizations, like the American Academy of Pediatrics, endorse gender-affirming care, with studies showing it reduces suicide risk by up to 50% for trans youth. He also debunked the state’s claim that detransitioners justify the ban, noting regret rates are low—less than 1% for gender-affirming surgeries, compared to higher regret for procedures like knee replacements. “If the state banned every medical procedure patients sometimes regretted, they would have to ban them all.”

The ruling follows a legal battle led by Lambda Legal, the ACLU, and ACLU of Montana. “The court saw through the state’s vitriol,” said Lambda Legal’s Nora Huppert, celebrating the protection of Montana’s constitutional right to privacy.

This fight hit national headlines when Rep. Zooey Zephyr (D), Montana’s first trans lawmaker, was banned from the state house floor for saying Republicans would have “blood on their hands” for supporting S.B. 99. Her stand amplified the stakes, and this ruling vindicates her courage. 🏳️‍⚧️ ... See MoreSee Less

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13 hours ago

Hijra communities in South Asia are a diverse group, often encompassing transgender, intersex, and gender-nonconforming individuals who form tight-knit communities with unique cultural and spiritual roles.

Recognized as a third gender in countries like India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, Hijras live outside the binary of male and female, often adopting distinct social roles and traditions.

Historically, they were revered as sacred figures, believed to hold spiritual powers to bless or curse, and served in royal courts or performed at life events like births and weddings. Despite legal recognition in some areas, many face social stigma, yet their resilience shines through in their vibrant self-expression and advocacy.

Hijras held esteemed roles—like in Mughal courts, where they were confidants and protectors, or in villages, where their blessings at births and weddings were sought for good fortune.

Shanti, a Hijra from rural Rajasthan, who shared in a 2023 documentary how her village elders once invited her to bless a new harvest, treating her with respect rooted in tradition—now reports that Western culture has changed acceptance of third gender peoples within the South Asian culture.

Many Hijras now face exclusion and are frequently denied access to education, employment, and healthcare, they are pushed to the margins. Social stigma fuels discrimination, from harassment in public spaces to refusal of basic services like housing or medical care.

Despite their historical reverence and legal recognition in some areas, these barriers persist, underscoring the urgent need for societal compassion. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 days ago

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