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Tag: Legal
Feminism at odds with anti-trans activism
GMA National Coordinator talks feminism, the Green party magazine, and anti-trans activism with 95bFM
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.
Show Your Support With Transgnder Flag Bunting
Buy our beautiful ''We Belong'' transgender flag bunting and show your support for trans and intersex people.
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.
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.
Accurate Birth Certificates: BDMRR 101
All about the BDMRR Bill and changing gender markers on birth certificates
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.
Stand Up for Equality: No Anti-Trans Hate Groups in NZ
As a progressive country, New Zealand prides itself on being world leaders in human rights - from votes for women, to decriminalisation of sex work, equal rights is a strong part of how kiwis see themselves. But a small handful of anti-trans extremists, or 'Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminists' are attacking the human rights of transgender people, with a focus on transgender women.
Help Pass the BDMRR Bill for Birth Certificate Changes
The BDMRRA is due for it's 2nd reading very soon - the exact date is unknown. At this stage, the public have an opportunity to debate the issues and tell MPs what they think. Please contact your local MPs and talk with them, tell them what you think, give them your personal stories.