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Category: Transgender

Below are all of our profiles featuring interviews with transgender men and women and their allies in chronological order. These fascinating trans people, many of whom are activists, share their stories and the joys and challenges they’ve experienced throughout their transitions and journeys.

Buck Angel, trans man, porn star, and activist

Buck Angel: On Being a Trans Activist, Entrepreneur, and the First Trans Man in Porn


Transgender

Buck Angel found success as the first trans man in porn. He’s now using that visibility to make an impact as an LGBTQ activist, speaker, entrepreneur, and mentor. This is his story.

November 1, 2018

Announcing Our Coming Out Day Giveaway


Gay/Lesbian, Queer, Transgender

Learn about our exciting giveaway for Coming Out Day, featuring over $200 in prizes from six LGBTQ-owned businesses we’ve had the pleasure of profiling.

October 4, 2018
Danielle Skidmore, a transportation engineer running for Austin City Council

Danielle Skidmore: On Being a Trans Woman and Transportation Engineer Running for Austin City Council


Transgender

As a transportation engineer, trans woman, and special needs parent, Danielle Skidmore brings a unique blend of perspectives as she runs for Austin City Council this November.

September 27, 2018
Kelly Marshall, a wellness worker for the LGBTQ+ community

Kelly Marshall: On Creating a Safe Wellness Space for the LGBTQ+ Community


Non-Binary/Gender Non-Conforming, Transgender

Yoga and meditation are what helped Kelly Marshall come to terms with their gender identity. They now run a business offering yoga therapy, massage, mindfulness, Reiki, and other healing tools to the LGBTQ+ community — especially since many don’t feel welcome in traditional wellness spaces.

September 13, 2018
Zane Alvarez

Zane Alvarez: On Coming Out As a Transgender Man in the Army


Transgender

Zane was assigned female at birth, and despite wishing he was a boy from a young age, he thought he was a lesbian. He joined the Army and later realized he was a transgender man, but the trans service ban was still in place. Once it was lifted, he was able to serve authentically as himself.

July 3, 2018
Fiona Dawson

Fiona Dawson: On Advocating for the Bisexual and Trans Military Communities


Bisexual, Transgender

When Fiona Dawson came out as gay, she became a major LGBTQ advocate, but after several years, she realized she was actually bisexual. She now advocates for the bi community, and through her work as a filmmaker, she also shares the stories of trans military members and fights for their right to serve.

June 27, 2018
Capital Pride parade

Photo Essay: Highlights from Capital Pride in Washington, DC


Ally, Bisexual, Gay/Lesbian, Intersex, Non-Binary/Gender Non-Conforming, Queer, Transgender

A collection of my favorite photos I took at Washington, DC Pride in June 2018. Enjoy photos of the colorful floats, costumes, and signs from Capital Pride’s parade and festival.

June 22, 2018
Sarah and Rocky

Rocky Lane & Sarah Swofford: On the Importance of Representation As An Interracial Trans-Cis Couple


Queer, Transgender

When Rocky considered transitioning genders, he thought it might be too late and wasn’t sure if he’d ever meet a partner who accepted him fully. Luckily he found Sarah, a queer woman, and together they work to be visible as an interracial trans-cis couple.

May 25, 2018
Aydian Dowling

Aydian Dowling: On Redefining Masculinity and Giving Back to the Trans Community


Transgender

When Aydian realized he was transgender, in an effort to feel less alone, he started a YouTube channel. It gained popularity, eventually helping him become the first trans man on the cover of Men’s Health. This is his story of embracing his identity, creating resources for the trans community, and starting a family.

May 17, 2018
Emily Kaufman

Emily Kaufman: On Being the Change She Wishes to See in the World


Transgender

Throughout her transition, Emily didn’t have enough community, support, or information. So she’s dedicated herself to helping the transgender community by demanding changes at her college, joining a nonprofit board, sharing her story far and wide, and launching her career in politics.

May 11, 2018

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