Outernet London hosts ‘Trans Is Human’ exhibition for Trans Awareness Week

Outernet London is marking Trans Awareness Week with a new exhibition titled Trans Is Human, opening today (17 November). The free-to-visit installation will take over the venue’s vast floor-to-ceiling screens near Tottenham Court Road, showcasing striking black-and-white portraits of thirteen transgender people from across the UK.

Created by acclaimed filmmaker Jake Graf and campaigner Hannah Graf MBE, the project aims to challenge misinformation and humanise trans lives at a time when the community faces increasing hostility and threats to basic rights. Each portrait, captured by renowned photographer Mariano Vivanco, is accompanied by deeply personal stories of resilience, identity and everyday experiences.

Among those featured are Sarah, who overcame sight loss to support LGBTQ+ people with disabilities while running marathons; Amanda, a refugee and the first Miss Trans Global Uganda; and Leo, a life coach living with Dyskinetic Cerebral Palsy. Sixteen-year-old Milo, a trans teen who plays rugby and drums, also appears in the series, reflecting the diversity of trans lives across the UK.

The exhibition is soundtracked by Yungblud’s track Hello, Heaven, Hello from his chart-topping album Idols. Speaking about his involvement, the musician said:
“Trans Is Human is all about celebrating truth, identity and the beauty of being yourself, unapologetically. I’m honoured to play even a small part in telling these powerful stories.”

Jake and Hannah Graf said: "Trans is Human is more vital than ever. It’s about showing the world that trans people are human too.”