Rights – Gender Minorities Aotearoa

Stand Up for Equality: No Anti-Trans Hate Groups in NZ

Posted on September 7, 2018September 11, 2018 by .

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.

Birth Certificate changes welcomed by takatāpui, trans and non-binary people

Posted on August 10, 2018August 13, 2018 by .

Today’s announced changes to the process for amending gender markers on birth certifciates are welcomed by takatāpui, trans and non-binary people. “This small but significant change will make it fairer for those in our communities, who do not have the resources to use the existing Family Court process,” said Sally Dellow.

Changing the BDMRRA so it is fair for everyone, based on the existing passports policy

Posted on August 10, 2018August 10, 2018 by .

This statement was drafted by takatāpui, trans and non-binary people and organisations in Aotearoa New Zealand. It explains why it is so important that the Births, Deaths, Marriages and Relationships Registration Act (BDMRRA) 1995 is amended

Transgender Health Care Now: Wellington Pride Parade

Posted on March 13, 2018May 11, 2018 by .

March 10th 2018, takataapui, transgender, and intersex people and supporters walked, danced, and rode along in the Wellington International Pride Parade with a clear message: transgender health care now!

NZ Top 5 Transgender Primary Health Care Resources

Posted on November 15, 2017November 24, 2017 by .

NZ Top 5 Transgender Primary Health Care Resources - Aotearoa New Zealand

Representing Trans: Linguistic, Legal and Everyday Perspectives

Posted on October 9, 2017October 9, 2017 by .

A beautiful book that shares some really interesting insights and perspectives, complete with stunning photography by Fiona Clark. Representing Trans is due for release on Thursday 12th October 2017.

Autistic and Transgender, Intersex, Takataapui?

Posted on October 7, 2017January 24, 2018 by .

Are you part of the 9.4% of transgender people who are autistic? What did you wish you’d known when you were first working things out? What goes into a resource booklet for Autistic Transgender People? Help us at Gender Minorities Aotearoa to decide.

Health Pathways

Posted on October 6, 2017October 9, 2017 by .

In some regions of Aotearoa, health pathways are being developed by cross sector working groups - these may include District Health Boards, Endocrinology, General Practitioners, Mental Health, Student Health, Youth Services, Specialist Services, Transgender Takataapui and Intersex Community Leaders, and other experts.