The Illusion of Inclusion [Donna Rose]

[Hazumu]

The DonnaBlog

I confirmed a couple of suspicions while I was in DC for the inaugural.  One is that HRC really isn't interested in rebuilding the relationship with the broader trans community.  Sure, they'll take it if they can get it but they're not willing to do anything to earn it.  Rather, they've got a small group of transpeople who provide the illusion of inclusion and that's as far as they'll go.  That's disappointing.

Another is that there continues to be a thirst for information both for and about trans lives.  The audience for the NCTE training event on Monday was a diverse mix that included teachers, clinicians, political folks, family members, community workers, and others looking for the best ways to be a trans ally.  The inaugural committee specifically asked for this event and originally set the size limit to 25.  It filled up quickly so they increased it to 30.  I'll bet they could have filled it at twice that size or more.  Anyway, there's a world of opportunity out there.

[cindybc]

Hey hon, you are looking cuter by the day. 

Cindy