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University students push for gender-neutral washrooms

Started by Shana A, October 17, 2011, 08:24:15 AM

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Shana A

October 17, 2011, 08:24:15 AM
University students push for gender-neutral washrooms

Updated: Sun Oct. 16 2011 09:46:40
The Canadian Press

http://winnipeg.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20111016/gender-neutral-washrooms-prairie-universities-111016/20111016/?hub=WinnipegHome

WINNIPEG — Students at some universities on the Prairies are pushing for gender-neutral washrooms for transgendered people who don't feel comfortable having to choose between bathrooms for men or women.

Those behind the idea say transgendered people are often harassed, bullied or embarrassed no matter which bathroom they choose. They even suggest that the prospect of having to pick a gender-specific bathroom can lead to health issues since many ignore the call of nature until they can find a suitable bathroom.

"Not everyone conforms to gender binaries of either male or female," said Ro Mills, a transgendered student at the University of Winnipeg.
"Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." Oscar Wilde
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