Queens University, here in Kingston is holding a panel discussion for the "Women's Studies intro course" on Feb 25th, which is exploring multiple identities and feminisms and issues of privilege and oppression.  They were hoping to find people who identify as trans, intersex, lesbian and/or queer who would be willing to talk about their experiences and thoughts on intersections between gender, biological sex, sexual identity, feminism, and related ideas.

I was asked to partisipate as a member of the panel.  It should be interesting.  I've taken part in similar discussions before, once before a board of med students starting their psychiatry specialty.  Yes I'm looking forward to it and I'll report back on the outcome.

Steph

Sounds like fun, good luck.


Sarah L.

Good luck sweetie.

You will do great.  That smile of your will knock them over!

Kristi

Way to go, Steph. I'm glad that thoughtful, well-spoken members of our community participate in opportunities like this.

Dennis

That's sooo great, Steph! What a wonderful addition to the panel you'll make.

I admire your commitment and courage.

Nichole

If you haven't read it already, I recommend this book: Whipping Girl: A Transsexual Woman on Sexism and the Scapegoating of Femininity by Julia Serano.  It covers many of the same issues that you will be talking about from a trans perspective.  I'm about halfway through mine and I'm impressed about her observations and writing.

Good luck with your panel discussion.  I'm pleased that such a wonderful member of our family is willing and able to put herself out there to educate people on our behalf.  Thanks!!

hugs & smiles
Emelye

"Ambassador Steph"!  Sounds good on you!

Luck;

=K