I have a big favor to ask of you wonderful people.
I've recently been invited to take part in a statewide (VIC, Aus) trans youth summit. The plans are a bit patchy to me at the moment, so until I get a solid understanding of what I'm taking part in I'll refrain from revealing anything.

HOWEVER.
I have been given a list of questions regarding trans youth, and what events we can organize to help make Victoria better for them.
I was hoping that there may be a few people who can help me fill in the blanks, and/or add any other answers to what I've already got.

^{1.   What is it like for trans youth in your area?
The trans youth in my area are largely influenced by the many religious schools and organizations around. However, aside from these the most part of trans suffering within my area comes from lack parental information, and the inability for the trans youth to really connect with one another.}

Question 1 is just regarding my town, however the rest are fairly general. I only live in my town, and given the very small amount of noise the Australian trans community actually makes, I honestly have nothing to make comparisons with.

The rest of the questions are as below, and of course one does not need to be youth to answer, we were all youth at some stage, right?

Quote2.   How does this compare with what its like for other young people across Victoria?

3.   What do you think young gender diverse people in Victoria need?
-[safe] Visibility
-trans role models
- access to trans specific gear (packers, binders, breast forms, wigs)

4.   If gender diverse youth from across Victoria came together for a forum, what would you like to see happen for that time?
-Relaxed, social conversation.
-Reassurance and encouragement from elder trans folk.

5.   What mix of political and social events do you think would be good?

6.   What particular workshops would you like to see? Who would you like to see run these workshops?

7.   What social activities might you like to do?
-Camping trips
-trans youth 18+ nights (These could get wild, right?)
-[safe] underage trans gatherings

8.   Would you like a parents and families stream attached to the conference?

9.   If families did come, what would conversations or workshops would you like to see happen?

Thanks errbody.

Quote from: Tripdistrans on February 14, 2015, 08:43:34 PM
I have a big favor to ask of you wonderful people.
I've recently been invited to take part in a statewide (VIC, Aus) trans youth summit. The plans are a bit patchy to me at the moment, so until I get a solid understanding of what I'm taking part in I'll refrain from revealing anything.

HOWEVER.
I have been given a list of questions regarding trans youth, and what events we can organize to help make Victoria better for them.
I was hoping that there may be a few people who can help me fill in the blanks, and/or add any other answers to what I've already got.

^{1.   What is it like for trans youth in your area?
The trans youth in my area are largely influenced by the many religious schools and organizations around. However, aside from these the most part of trans suffering within my area comes from lack parental information, and the inability for the trans youth to really connect with one another.}

Question 1 is just regarding my town, however the rest are fairly general. I only live in my town, and given the very small amount of noise the Australian trans community actually makes, I honestly have nothing to make comparisons with.

The rest of the questions are as below, and of course one does not need to be youth to answer, we were all youth at some stage, right?

Thanks errbody.
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Hi Tripdistrans,
If my opinion is worth something  then to me their has to be a very determined effort to get the message into schools that a binary gender system is so far off course that it cannot be taught any more.
We all have variables in gender and sexual aspects, we cannot adhere to the old religious based views any longer as we are damaging peoples lives immeasurably.
Anna

QuoteHi Tripdistrans,
If my opinion is worth something  then to me their has to be a very determined effort to get the message into schools that a binary gender system is so far off course that it cannot be taught any more.
We all have variables in gender and sexual aspects, we cannot adhere to the old religious based views any longer as we are damaging peoples lives immeasurably.
Anna

Your opinion is most definitely worth something, and I will be adding your opinion to the responses I have gathered.

I completely agree with what you've said, however I  hate to be the bearer of bad news. In Victoria, not sure about the other states, it is actually LEGAL for religious organizations/groups/companies to discriminate because of anything that doesn't match up with their beliefs. Meaning that any non-cis or non-hetero person can be fired from working at  or expelled from a religious school, simply because of those factors.

That being said, I will definitely bring this issue up, and thank you so very much for drawing it to my attention as something that should be mentioned. Everyone goes to school, and so I've got strong hopes that it wouldn't be a problem in trying to get a message across to the public schools. As for the religious/private schools, I will make sure to mention the (ridiculously unfair) laws in place, and hopefully we can make some noise to get the right to discrimination removed.

I will definitely be passing on your words, Anna, thank you very much.

Quote from: Tripdistrans on February 16, 2015, 01:30:35 AM
Your opinion is most definitely worth something, and I will be adding your opinion to the responses I have gathered.

I completely agree with what you've said, however I  hate to be the bearer of bad news. In Victoria, not sure about the other states, it is actually LEGAL for religious organizations/groups/companies to discriminate because of anything that doesn't match up with their beliefs. Meaning that any non-cis or non-hetero person can be fired from working at  or expelled from a religious school, simply because of those factors.

That being said, I will definitely bring this issue up, and thank you so very much for drawing it to my attention as something that should be mentioned. Everyone goes to school, and so I've got strong hopes that it wouldn't be a problem in trying to get a message across to the public schools. As for the religious/private schools, I will make sure to mention the (ridiculously unfair) laws in place, and hopefully we can make some noise to get the right to discrimination removed.

I will definitely be passing on your words, Anna, thank you very much.

Thanks for your reply, appreciated.
I am at the age of 67 just about starting hormones, my partner is terrified of other people's response to this, particularly relatives and children, we have had generations who believe that their are only 2 alternatives................
Good luck.
Anna

Anna, I'm very sorry to hear things are in a state to cause fear, and I hope the best of safety for yourself and your family. That being said, I'm happy to hear that you're starting hormones, and the best of luck to you. I look forward to (hopefully) hear about your progress.

Quote from: Tripdistrans on February 16, 2015, 02:25:02 AM
Anna, I'm very sorry to hear things are in a state to cause fear, and I hope the best of safety for yourself and your family. That being said, I'm happy to hear that you're starting hormones, and the best of luck to you. I look forward to (hopefully) hear about your progress.

Will do, have my 2nd session with head of gender dept (Hobart hospital ) next week, saw psychologist last week, he doesn't need to see me again as I have totally got my mental state in the right place and my psychiatrist appointment is end April so can then see endo.
Kind regards
Anna

Quote from: Anna R on February 16, 2015, 03:43:56 AM
Will do, have my 2nd session with head of gender dept (Hobart hospital ) next week, saw psychologist last week, he doesn't need to see me again as I have totally got my mental state in the right place and my psychiatrist appointment is end April so can then see endo.
Kind regards
Anna

You should try sitting through 12 sessions with my mumbling, bumbling pysch, aha! I'm really glad to hear things are progressing relatively quickly.

Quote from: Tripdistrans on February 16, 2015, 03:56:17 AM
You should try sitting through 12 sessions with my mumbling, bumbling pysch, aha! I'm really glad to hear things are progressing relatively quickly.

Yes, so far so good re medical side, my wife doesn't have issues with my gender  but the relatives and children are problematic .
Anna

Quote from: Anna R on February 17, 2015, 01:36:28 AM
Yes, so far so good re medical side, my wife doesn't have issues with my gender  but the relatives and children are problematic .
Anna

I can't imagine what it would be like to transition as a parent, but I feel it would take a lot more courage and strength than as a child. Do you feel they'll come around?

Quote from: Tripdistrans on February 17, 2015, 02:10:45 AM
I can't imagine what it would be like to transition as a parent, but I feel it would take a lot more courage and strength than as a child. Do you feel they'll come around?

Well my friend, really do not have any idea.
Two of my children are married to what can only be described as in one instance- Bogan , and in the other case , well, very small town mentality rooted still in the 1950's attitudes.
Really don't know.
Anna

Quote from: Anna R on February 17, 2015, 04:44:44 AM

Well my friend, really do not have any idea.
Two of my children are married to what can only be described as in one instance- Bogan , and in the other case , well, very small town mentality rooted still in the 1950's attitudes.
Really don't know.
Anna

Ah.. bogans, a lovely serious of people. Australia seems to still be stuck in a lot of religious mind sets, it's quite horrid. I do wish the general society (and government) was as beautiful as the country itself, sigh.
I really hope the children especially can learn to accept this part of you, and I wish I could assure you they would. :/

Optimism is a state of mind that needs to be cultivated
Thank's heaps.
Anna