Romania guilty of discriminating against trans men
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) found Romanian authorities guilty of discriminating against trans men by refusing to recognise those who have not undergone transitional surgery.
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Dr Rachel Levine made US health secretary
Dr Rachel Levine, a trans woman who currently serves as Pennsylvania’s top health official, has been selected by newly elected US president, Joe Biden, to become his assistant health secretary.
Butch lesbian speaks out against harassment in single-sex spaces
32-year-old Eloise Stonborough, a cisgender, butch presenting lesbian, has spoken out against harassment in single-sex spaces.
Trans women win Alabama drivers licence case
Three trans women, who filed a lawsuit against Alabama’s current policy won the case after the state’s regulations were ruled as ‘unconstitutional’.
Brazilian trans woman hit by motorist
A trans woman in Paraná, Brazil, was injured after a motorist hit her, which police believe was a deliberate act of violence.
Publication launched in honour of activist Monica Roberts
A new publication, dedicated to platforming black trans people, has been launched in honour of journalist and LGBTQ+ activist, Monica Roberts, who died three months ago.
Trans woman sues Australian Football League
Hannah Mouncey, a 31-year-old football player from Canberra, is suing the Australian Football League (AFL) after it banned her from joining the professional women’s football league.