Trans Rights Now Trans pop star Samsara to tour UK schools to talk about how she survived school At a time when trans rights are under threat, Samsara is to break new ground by becoming the first trans pop singer to tour UK schools to talk about how she survived school. Through her tour, she’s speaking directly to students who feel like they don’t fit in, By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Sponsored Content Iowa could become the first US state to strip gender identity from civil rights protections Iowa could become the first US state to strip gender identity from civil rights protections after lawmakers passed a bill that would remove protections for the trans community despite dozens of protesters opposing the legislation. If Iowa’s Republican Governor Kim Reynolds signs the bill, which aims By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Sponsored Content Two Canadian businesses targeted by anti-trans vandals Two businesses in Halifax, Canada have reported anti-trans messages targeting the trans community were written on their buildings, raising concerns about a possible rise in hate crimes linked to President Donald Trump’s attack on trans communities south of the border. Early in February, a vandal wro By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Transgender News Trump to launch unprecedented attack on America’s trans communities after being sworn back into office President Donald Trump is to launch an unprecedented attack on America’s trans communities after being sworn back into office. One of Trump’s first executive orders will require federal agencies to define sex as strictly either male or female, thus eliminating recognition of transgender and nonbinar By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Sport Trans swimmer Lia Thomas throws her support behind trans volleyball player Blaire Fleming Trans swimmer and former swimming champion Lia Thomas, who was banned from competing in elite women’s events, is backing San Jose State volleyball player Blaire Fleming amid a wave of attacks similar to what she faced in 2021 and 2022. Although yet to address any gender-based allegations with the me By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Sport Thousands support ongoing inclusion of trans women in women’s football Thousands of people across the women’s football community, as well as allies, have signed a statement pledging their support for the ongoing inclusion of trans women in women’s football. More than 125 clubs and groups representing in excess of 9,000 people have already signed, along with more than 1 By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Television Harry Potter fans criticise HBO after production company backs JK Rowling despite author’s “dangerous” views on trans people Production company HBO has defended JK Rowling after it was announced the Harry Potter author, who’s known for using her social media platform to share controversial opinions on trans people, will serve as executive producer on the new Harry Potter TV series. In a statement to Variety, HBO said: ‘We By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Transgender News Bristol’s trans community and allies come together for city’s Trans Community Day Bristol’s trans community and allies came together on Saturday, November 23 for the city’s Trans Community Day. Despite Storm Bert, there was a large turn out to the event, which featured speeches from activists, a Parade through the city centre and stalls and workshops. Sabrina Jones, a representat By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Transgender News British-born broadcaster John Oliver defends trans athletes in women’s sports British-born broadcaster John Oliver has defended trans athletes in women’s sports, saying there is “no evidence” they “pose any threat to safety or fairness.” Oliver made the comments during his show Last Week Tonight, where he dismissed concerns about biological males competing in female sports. O By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Transgender News Brighton’s trans communities and allies to mark Trans Day of Remembrance at Fabrica Today, November 17 On Sunday, November 17 from 11.30am-2pm, Brighton’s trans community and allies will gather together to mark Trans Day of Remembrance, a day to commemorate trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming people who are targeted and killed for living authentically and courageously. This year’s event, whi By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Man responsible for death of “open, loving and sparkly” trans advocate Meghan Riley Lewis convicted of just second-degree assault The prosecution has said they are “disappointed and saddened” after the man responsible of shooting and killing “open, loving and sparkly” trans advocate Meghan Riley Lewis was convicted of just second-degree assault. Brian Delen, 48, shot 57-year-old Lewis in late December 2023 after reportedly mak By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Transgender News Government extends ban on puberty blockers until 31 December 2024 The Government has extended its ban on puberty blockers until 31 December 2024, making it a criminal offence to sell or supply these drugs to trans youth who were not already taking them. According to trans youth charity Mermaids, the previous government did not consult with LGBTQ+ organisations whe By Graham Robson • 1 min read
