trans women

feminist porn

interview

lesbian sex

Chelsea Poe’s “Inauthentic Masterpiece” and Earnest Integrity

I followed trans adult film-maker Chelsea Poe on a DIY world tour.

Courtney Trouble —

Jul 18, 2017

fullscreen

LGBT women's health

politics + activism

Trumpcare Is an Attack on Trans People of Color. Let’s Fight Like Hell Against It.

Defeating this bill is a matter of life and death to the transgender, gender non-conforming and intersex people of color who depend on Medicaid to survive.

Neesha Powell-Twagirumukiza —

Jul 14, 2017

carly rae jepsen

trans women

music

Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Your Type” Is a Moody Trans Girl Anthem

My favorite Carly Rae Jepsen song is “Your Type” — maybe because it’s so easy to read a trans girl subtext into the lyrics.

Abbie Jones —

Jul 7, 2017

queer musicians

This Is A Coming Out Post

gender

LCD Soundsystem Synth Player Gavin Russom is Trans and We’re So Happy For Her!

“Over the last year and a half, I went from my trans identity being something I was in touch with and worked through in one way or another, to suddenly…

Mey —

Jul 6, 2017

#affiliatemarketing

swimwear

queer fashion

Some Quite Perfect Swimsuits for Trans Women

For a lot of trans women, going to the pool or the beach can be one of the most stressful things about post-coming-out life. You’re more exposed than usual, swim…

Mey —

Jul 3, 2017

murder

trans women

politics + activism

Ava Le’Ray Barrin is the 14th Trans Person of Color Murdered in the U.S. This Year

Barely even a woman yet, at 17 years old, Ava Le’Ray Barrin is the 14th trans woman of color in the United States whose life was ended too early.

Ari —

Jun 28, 2017

murder

trans rights

politics + activism

Trans Women in Malaysia Need Support and Accountability in the Face of Increasing Violence

A recent spike in violence against trans women in Malaysia has left activists and the trans community fearful, but also determined in their calls for the Malaysian Government and society…

Creatrix Tiara —

Jun 28, 2017

murder

trans women

politics + activism

28-Year-Old Josie Berrios Is the 13th Trans Person of Color Killed in the U.S. This Year

Berrios was one of the original and most beloved performers at Ithaca’s House of Merlot, a drag performance troupe that founded the Ithaca College Drag show for the Trevor Project…

Heather Hogan —

Jun 15, 2017

murder

trans women

politics + activism

Kenne McFadden Is the 12th Trans Person of Color Murdered in the U.S. This Year

McFadden was a 27-year-old restaurant server and aspiring singer in San Antonio, TX.

Heather Hogan —

Jun 6, 2017

murder

trans women

gender

Sherrell Faulkner of NC 11th Trans Person of Color Murdered in the US This Year

Nearly all those murdered, including Faulkner, have been Black trans women.

Mey —

May 25, 2017

murder

trans women

politics + activism

28-Year-Old Chay Reed is the 9th Trans Woman of Color Murdered This Year

Reed, who grew up in Carol City and graduated from American Senior High School, was just 28 years old. She is the sixth trans woman of color under the age…

Mey —

Apr 23, 2017

people of color

qpoc

gender

Here are Some Ways to Give Black Trans People Money

Across the country, Black TGNC people are performing serious emotional labor as organizers, healers, artists, sexual liberationists, and advocates. It’s time to give back.

Venus Selenite —

Mar 31, 2017