Transsexuality at school or at work

I am terrified to reveal my true sexual identity

Question asked by Travis F

Question answered on July 29, 2010 by Équipe AlterHéros

Sorted in Questions, Transsexuality, Transsexuality at school or at work

Hi Travis, You say that neither your friends nor your family are very understanding when it comes to sexuality. If you think you would be in danger of violence or of being forced out of your home, I would suggest that you not come out to your parents until you have ... Read more.

I’m scared to be bullied if I announce I’m transgender

Question asked by Sam (17 years old questioning man from United Kingdom (Great Britain), United Kingdom (Great Britain))

Question answered on June 22, 2010 by Équipe AlterHéros

Sorted in Questions, Transition, Transsexuality at school or at work

Sam, You feel you were born the wrong gender and you are worried that something bad might happen if you reveal your feelings to those around you. Admitting something like this, even to those closest to you or to someone you are almost sure will be supportive, is extremely frightening. It's normal ... Read more.

Why are transgender washrooms neededand are there any universities known for having gay-bashing incidents?

Question asked by danni

Question answered on July 29, 2009 by Équipe AlterHéros

Sorted in Aggression, Questions, Transsexuality at school or at work

Dear Danni, I applaud your interest in the transgender and gay communities, and I think your assignment topic deals with a very important human rights issue that more people should be talking about. You are asking about two different minority groups, and I will discuss each in turn. 1) ... Read more.

ID Cards for the Revolution

Article published on February 26, 2009 in AlterHeroes by Sarah Needles

Sorted in Dossiers, Homophobia at school, Transsexuality at school or at work

A new project underway in downtown Montréal may change the way personal ID cards function in Canada. The Solidarity ID Project, introduced by Le Frigo Vert, Concordia’s non-profit, co-operative health-food store, and the 2110 Centre for Gender Advocacy, aims to provide transsexual, transgendered and gender-non-conforming individuals as well as migrant, indigenous and non-status people with a more representative piece of identification.

Living a Lie

Story published on December 8, 2008 by Mickey

Sorted in Being transsexual and homosexual, Pride without borders, Stories, Transsexuality at school or at work

I have lied to myself one to many times and it wasn’t until a few days ago that I couldn’t keep lying to myself. No matter how much I tried to find middle ground and make myself less of a mess it was always there. No matter how much you try to compromise with your heart it always remains the same.

Should I take hormones to become a girl?

Question asked by John/Mckayla (12 years old heterosexual woman from United States of America, United States of America)

Question answered on July 4, 2008 by Dee Gamme

Sorted in Questions, Transsexuality, Transsexuality at school or at work

Hi John/Mckayla and thanks for your question! If you loved cross-dressing so much, but you've only tried it once, wouldn't you like to try it again? This way you would know for sure if the happy sensation continues. Maybe you felt great because it was something new, but if you would ... Read more.

How can I tell my family and friends about being transgender without loosing them ?

Question asked by Kevin (16 years old woman from United States of America, United States of America)

Question answered on June 9, 2006 by Andrea

Sorted in Questions, Transsexuality, Transsexuality at school or at work

Hi Kevin, Thanks for writing to Alterheros with your question. The short answer is that when coming out as trans to friends and families, it is best to be prepared. It is always nice to think and hope that people will respond in an incredibly affirming way, but it ... Read more.