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“Change is more than possible; it’s needed.” Alex Consani becomes first trans woman to win Model of the Year at British Fashion Council’s 2024 Fashion Awards

“Change is more than possible; it’s needed.” Alex Consani becomes first trans woman to win Model of the Year at British Fashion Council’s 2024 Fashion Awards

Model Alex Consani has made history by becoming the first trans woman to win Model of the Year at the British Fashion Council’s 2024 Fashion Awards. “I’m the first trans woman to win this award!” she exclaimed in her speech. “But I can’t accept this award without thanking those who came before me, s

Trans activists stage ‘die-in’ at Victoria Station to protest government’s ban on puberty blockers

Trans activists stage ‘die-in’ at Victoria Station to protest government’s ban on puberty blockers

A group of trans activists staged a die-in at Victoria Station last week, protesting the UK government’s decision to extend its ban puberty blockers till December 31. Members of Trans Kids Deserve Better, the organisation which went viral in October after releasing insects at anti-trans organisation

Trans swimmer Lia Thomas throws her support behind trans volleyball player Blaire Fleming

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

Harry Potter fans criticise HBO after production company backs JK Rowling despite author’s “dangerous” views on trans people

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

Bristol’s trans community and allies come together for city’s Trans Community Day

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

“When will this violence end?” Figures published to coincide with Trans Day of Remembrance show 350 trans people murdered worldwide in 2024

“When will this violence end?” Figures published to coincide with Trans Day of Remembrance show 350 trans people murdered worldwide in 2024

Three-hundred and fifty trans people have been murdered worldwide in 2024, according to Transgender Europe’s annual Trans Murder Monitoring project, which has tracked the murders of over 5,000 transgender people since its inception almost two decades ago. While this is a significant increase in comp

British-born broadcaster John Oliver defends trans athletes in women’s sports

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

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