Conversion Practices Submission
We support the intent of this Bill, however as it stands we believe it does not fulfill it’s intent to protect transgender populations from conversion practices. Continue reading Conversion Practices Submission
Tag: Legal
Incitement of Hatred and Discrimination
We’re publishing our submission here, and encourage you to submit on this if you haven’t already done so. Continue reading Incitement of Hatred and Discrimination
Landmark Trans Health Report Shows Widespread Disparity
Counting Ourselves transgender health research found elevated stigma, discrimination, violence against trans people. Continue reading Landmark Trans Health Report Shows Widespread Disparity
Feminism at odds with anti-trans activism
GMA National Coordinator talks feminism, the Green party magazine, and anti-trans activism with 95bFM Continue reading Feminism at odds with anti-trans activism
BDMRR Update
Department of Internal Affairs Minister Tracey Martin has established a working group to advise on improving the process fro updating the gender marker on one’s birth certificate under the current legislation. Continue reading BDMRR Update
Show Your Support With Transgnder Flag Bunting
Buy our beautiful ”We Belong” transgender flag bunting and show your support for trans and intersex people. Continue reading Show Your Support With Transgnder Flag Bunting
Universal Periodic Review
With just 5 minutes, you can be part of making a massive difference for the legal protection of some very marginalised people, who often don’t get listened to.
The timeframe is tight, so we have developed this easy to understand information and 3 point submission guideline, so you can have your voice heard. Continue reading Universal Periodic Review
Te Reo Maori – February Phrase
Te reo Maori: Kaua e wareware kia okioki, a hoa.
Te reo Pakeha (English): Don’t forget to rest, my friend. Continue reading Te Reo Maori – February Phrase
Accurate Birth Certificates: BDMRR 101 Primer
All about the BDMRR Bill and changing gender markers on birth certificates Continue reading Accurate Birth Certificates: BDMRR 101 Primer
Being trans and protesting
Many trans people are passionate about equality, which can lead them to join community groups, unions, or protests. This pamphlet gives legal information for trans people interacting with Police and the criminal justice system when protesting, if detained, and while being processed within the criminal justice system. In 2017 we worked with a local anti-war … Continue reading Being trans and protesting