Gender not-so-simple
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Gender not-so-simple
- 2. Page 2 Basic Understanding * Terms and Vocabulary * Transgender vs. Transexual * Slang and other offensive terms * Why is a person Transgender or Gender Variant? * Sexual Orientation vs. Gender Identity * What is WPATH? What we will cover
- 3. Page 3 Real Life Issues * Family and Social Issues * Workplace Discrimination and Employment * School * Economic Insecurity * Housing * Legal and Discrimination Issues * Medical Healthcare * The Reality of It All What we will cover
- 4. Page 4 Terms and Vocabulary Basic Terms Exploring Boundaries - Cisgender - Cross Dresser - Transgender - (Umbrella Term) - Gender Queer - Transsexual - Androgyny - Drag Kings & Queens - Gender Fluid - Transman - Gender Expression - Transwoman - Gender Binary - Gender Variant - (Umbrella Term) Also known as Gender Non-Conforming Basic Understanding
- 5. Page 5 Vocabulary Cisgender …is where individuals' experiences of their own gender match the sex they were assigned at birth. i.e. agrees with gender role designated at birth. Basic Understanding
- 6. Page 6 Vocabulary - Transgender …is where individuals' experiences of their own gender does not match the sex they were assigned at birth. i.e. disagrees with the gender role designated at birth. www.hrc.org currently defines “Transgender” as - an umbrella term that refers to those with identities that cross over, move between, or otherwise challenge the socially constructed border between the genders. While this can include medical or social transition, it may not. Some individuals identifying as Transgender may disagree as to whether this is an “Umbrella Term”. For more information refer to www.hrc.org Basic Understanding
- 7. Page 7 Vocabulary – Transsexual -Transgender + maximum body conformity -Male / Female dichotomy, no continuum -Tends to be the hierarchical for some - Associated with sex trade for some - Coined by scientific company -Fading from use and some times found offensive Other terms found dated and / or offensive - Tranny - Transvestite Basic Understanding
- 8. Page 8 Vocabulary – Drag Queen Drag Queen - is defined as a person, traditionally male, who dresses in drag and often acts with exaggerated femininity and in female gender roles. Drag King - is defined as a person, traditionally female, who dresses in drag and often acts with exaggerated masculinity and in male gender roles. Various questions that may arise? 1. Are the performers necessarily transgender? 2. Do the performers always identify as homosexual? 3. Why would someone choose to perform as the gender opposite of birth if they are not transgender? Basic Understanding
- 9. Page 9 Vocabulary – Trans* Trans and trans* - A more unifying or all encompassing term - Removes “sex” vs. “gender” - Expands concept of gender? Basic Understanding
- 10. Page 10 Vocabulary – Transman Transman - A person who was assigned female at birth, but identifies as a man. Basic Understanding
- 11. Page 11 Vocabulary – Transwoman Transwoman -A person who was assigned male at birth, but identifies as a woman. Basic Understanding
- 12. Page 12 Vocabulary – Gender Variant …is any behavior or gender expression by an individual that does not match cultural expectations about the gender roles typically associated with that individual's sex assignment. People who exhibit gender variance may be called gender variant, gender non-conforming, gender diverse or gender atypical, and may be intersex, transgender, or otherwise variant in their gender expression. Basic Understanding
- 13. Page 13 Why is a person Transgender or Gender Variant? Gender dysphoria - is a psychological diagnosis recognized by the American Psychiatric Association (APA). This disorder is marked by clinically significant distress caused by a marked difference between the individual’s expressed / experienced gender and the gender others would assign him or her. An estimated 0.3%-1% of the U.S. Population falls under the umbrella of Transgender (i.e., experience some degree of gender dysphoria) Basic Understanding
- 14. Page 14 Gender Dysphoria and the DSM It is important to note that in 2012, the APA announced that the term "gender identity disorder" would be replaced by the more neutral term "gender dysphoria" in the latest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V). For more information refer to www.hrc.org or consult the newest edition of the DSM or DSM-5. Basic Understanding
- 15. Page 15 Sexual Orientation vs. Gender Identity Sexual orientation - is the preferred term used when referring to an individual's physical and/or emotional attraction to the same and/or opposite gender. "Gay," "lesbian," "bisexual" and "straight" are all examples of sexual orientations. A person's sexual orientation is distinct from a person's gender identity and expression. Gender identity - distinct from the term "sexual orientation," refers to a person's innate, deeply felt psychological identification as a man, woman or some other gender, which may or may not correspond to the sex assigned to them at birth (e.g., the sex listed on their birth certificate). For more information refer to www.hrc.org Basic Understanding
- 16. Page 16 What is WPATH? The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), formerly known as the (Harry Benjamin International Gender Dysphoria Association (HBIGDA), is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, interdisciplinary professional and educational organization devoted to transgender health. WPATH is not a law, however it is more of a guideline, recognized by many healthcare professionals. Detailed information about Wpath can be found at www.wpath.org/ Basic Understanding
- 17. Page 17 Family and Social Issues Based on Nation Survey Real Life Issues
- 18. Page 18 Workplace Discrimination and Employment Texas Results Real Life Issues
- 19. Page 19 School Those that expressed a transgender identify or gender non-conformity while in grades k-12. Texas Results Real Life Issues
- 20. Page 20 Economic Insecurity Based on the National Transgender Discrimination Survey of 2012 Texas Results Real Life Issues
- 21. Page 21 Housing Texas Results Real Life Issues
- 22. Page 22 Legal and Discrimination Based on National Survey Real Life Issues
- 23. Page 23 Legal and Discrimination – Law Enforcement Based on National Survey Real Life Issues
- 24. Page 24 Legal and Discrimination – Jail / Incarceration Based on National Survey Real Life Issues
- 25. Page 25 Medical Healthcare Based on a National Survey Real Life Issues
- 26. Page 26 The Reality of it All Based on a National Survey Real Life Issues
- 27. Page 27 Thank you
Notas do Editor
- My name is Nicole Taylor. I am the President and Founder of Fort Worth Transgender, a local gender variant social and support group. I am here today to hopefully shed some light on current issues and the latest statistics provided by various sources. The information will be based on State level in most cases unless only National results are available. Most of the data was provided by reputable sources between 2010-2011 and some in 2014. If you have further questions regarding statistical data for local, state or federal, please see me after the presentation in reference to locating this data in its full length documents. --- An introduction to GENDER – Not so simple
- What we will cover today Lets start off with some basic understanding. This will include * Terms and Vocabulary * Transgender vs. Transexual * Slang and other offensive terms * Why is a person Transgender or Gender Variant? * Sexual Orientation vs. Gender Identity * What is WPATH?
- We will also cover Real Life Issues to include * Family and Social Issues * Workplace Discrimination and Employment * School * Economic Insecurity * Housing * Legal and Discrimination Issues * Medical Healthcare Psychological Issues related to transition
- Here we have our Terms and Vocabulary On the left side we have some but not all basic terms to include Cisgender Transgender – Transgender is sometimes refereed to as an (Umbrella Term) but some disagree and feel it should be reserved for only those persons choosing to transition. - Transexual - Transman - Transwoman Gender Variant - is a more modern (Umbrella Term) covering a wide spectrum of gender diversities, also known as Gender non-conforming. Some people also find Gender Non-Conforming offensive. On the right we have Exploring Boundaries - Cross Dresser - Gender Queer - Androgyny - Gender Fluid - Gender Expression Gender Binary These are all examples of individuals exploring the possibilities of change and sometimes find resolving to identity as one of these titles permanently as their identity rather than those on the left.
- CISGENDER - …is where individuals' experiences of their own gender match the sex they were assigned at birth. Among the famous faces of the celebrities we see daily are Adele, Will Smith, Angelina Jolie, George Clooney & Taylor Swift …. All of these individuals gender identity appear to match the sex assigned at birth. CISGENDER comes from the Latin-derived prefix “cis”-, meaning "on this side of” gender
- Transgender …is where individuals' experiences of their own gender does not match the sex they were assigned at birth. i.e. disagrees with the gender role designated at birth. www.hrc.org currently defines “Transgender” as - an umbrella term that refers to those with identities that cross over, move between, or otherwise challenge the socially constructed border between the genders. While this can include medical or social transition, it may not. Some individuals identifying as Transgender may disagree as to whether this is an “Umbrella Term”. It comes from the Latin prefix ‘Trans’ meaning across, beyond, through. For more information refer to www.hrc.org ---- Extra Shiloh (John) Pitt son of celebrities, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Coy Mathis Laverne Cox is the world first famous Transgender actress Chaz Bono formerly Chastity Bono is the child of the famous Sonny and Cher Kim Petras formerly known as the German singer Tim Petras was one of the worlds youngest people to surgically transition.
- For those who still prefer the term Transexual, wiki defines Transsexualism as a feeling of identification with a gender inconsistent or not culturally associated with their assigned sex, i.e. in which a person's assigned sex at birth conflicts with their psychological gender. Meaning Transgender + maximum body conformity. The term tends to be the hierarchical for some and associated with sex trade for others with its suffix of “sexual” The word Transexual was Coined by the Scientific community. The neo-Latin term “psychopathia transexualis” and English “Transexual” was introduced by D. O. Cauldwell in 1949. Many who identify as Transgender in a non-umbrella sense find the word Transexual offensive , thus it is fading from use.
- A Drag Queen - is a person, traditionally male, who dresses in drag and often acts with exaggerated femininity and in female gender roles. Often they will exaggerate certain characteristics such as make-up and eyelashes for comic, dramatic or satirical effect. While drag is very much associated with gay men and gay culture, there are drag artists of all genders and sexualities. A Drag King - is defined as a person, traditionally female, who dresses in drag and often acts with exaggerated masculinity and in male gender roles. --- Various questions that may arise? 1. Are the performers necessarily transgender? - Some performers identify as transgender, with experiences of their own gender not matching the sex they were assigned at birth, however this is not always true. With this being said, it is important to note that gender identity and gender expression are not always one in the same. 2. Do the performers always identify as homosexual? - Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation are also variable, which we will discuss further. 3. Why would someone choose to perform as the gender opposite of birth if they are not transgender? There are many reasons people do drag including self-expression, performing and entertaining. Drag can be a creative outlet, a means of self-exploration, and a way to make cultural statements.
- Trans or Trans* is often found to be a more unifying or all encompassing term for some, which removes both sex and gender from the word. It simply expands the concept of gender. Most anyone in the community identifying as gender variant or gender non-conforming would not find this term offensive in one on one conversation. However I would still highly recommended your asking them of their preferred pronouns.
- A Transman - is a person who was assigned female at birth, but identifies as a man. Here we have a couple of handsome guys who were born female and transitioned later in life. ---- Extra To the right we have Buck Angel – Adult Film Star and works as an advocate, educator, lecturer, and writer. He was born female and
- A Transwoman – is a person who was assigned male at birth, but identifies as a woman. Carmen Carrera previously identified as a Gay Male Drag Queen performer, and now identifies as a Transgender Woman and is still performing.
- …is any behavior or gender expression by an individual that does not match cultural expectations about the gender roles typically associated with that individual's sex assignment. People who exhibit gender variance may be called gender variant, gender non-conforming, gender diverse or gender atypical, and may be intersex, transgender, or otherwise variant in their gender expression. In the upper right we have Chase Culpepper of Ohio. Chase became newsworthy when she was asked to remove her makeup before snapping a State Identification Card picture.
- Based on a study by The Williams Institute of UCLA in 2011 - An estimated 3.5% of adults in the United States identify as lesbian, gay, or bisexual indicated by Rainbow, Yellow and Green Combined. And an estimate of 0.3% of adults are transgender. Represented by Yellow only. The 0.3% was based on a study of adults who had to some degree taken steps towards transition. i.e.; name changes, hormones, therapy. If you add the Green area to the Yellow you have 1% total Transgender or Gender Variant total . This is based on Transparency, children and questioning. It is difficult to develop realistic numbers because so many are transparent or not yet out of the closet. There is no standardized method of acquiring actual numbers. People that fall under this umbrella generally migrate towards the rural areas of cities because it may contain more protections, less discrimination and more like minded people. Based on these percentages the following may hold some idea as to how many live in the rural areas. The total population of Dallas, Texas as of 2014 was 2,469,911 0.3% of the population of Dallas would be roughly 7,000 people. The total population of Fort Worth, Texas as of 2014 was 792,727 0.3% of the population of Fort Worth would be roughly 2,000 people.
- It is important to note that in 2012, the APA announced that the term "gender identity disorder" would be replaced by the more neutral term "gender dysphoria" in the latest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V). For more information refer to www.hrc.org or consult the newest edition of the DSM or DSM-5.
- Sexual orientation - is the preferred term used when referring to an individual's physical and/or emotional attraction to the same and/or opposite gender. "Gay," "lesbian," "bisexual" and "straight" are all examples of sexual orientations. A person's sexual orientation is distinct from a person's gender identity and expression. Gender identity - distinct from the term "sexual orientation," refers to a person's innate, deeply felt psychological identification as a man, woman or some other gender, which may or may not correspond to the sex assigned to them at birth (e.g., the sex listed on their birth certificate). For more information refer to www.hrc.org
- The World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), formerly known as the (Harry Benjamin International Gender Dysphoria Association (HBIGDA), is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, interdisciplinary professional and educational organization devoted to transgender health. WPATH is not a law, however it is more of a guideline, recognized by many healthcare professionals. Detailed information about Wpath can be found at www.wpath.org/
- As we get into specifics lets start off with individuals who were not accepted by family vs. those who were 43% were accepted however 57% faced some level of rejection It’s important to point out that 47% of those families that were excepting made more than $50,000.00 a year. Lets focus on those whose families rejected them. Those whose families rejected them 26% of those who experienced rejection by family also reported experiencing homelessness. 19% of those experience family rejection had been incarcerated. Family rejection dramatically increased the likelihood of suicide attempts. 51% of those who experienced family rejection reported having attempted suicide. 32% reported be smokers 32% having used drugs / alcohol
- Based on the National Transgender Discrimination Survey 2012 of 266 respondents The Texas results for discrimination based on gender identity or expression were as follows (10%) unemployed (45%) were not hired (22%) were denied a promotion (26%) lost a job (79%) reported Experiencing harassment or mistreatment on the job 10% were unemployed compared to 7% in the nation at the time of the survey.
- In the National Transgender Discrimination Survey 2012 - 266 respondents Based on Texas results of the survey Those that expressed a transgender identify or gender non-conformity while in grades k-12 reported alarming rates of harassment of (85%), physical assault (46%) and Sexual violence (9%) Harassment was so severe that it led to (11%) to leave a school in k-12 settings or leave higher education as well.
- In the National Transgender Discrimination Survey 2012 - 266 respondents 10% of the respondents had a household income of $10,000.00 or less, compared to 4% of the general population of around $50,740 , which is more than twice the rate of poverty.
- In the National Transgender Discrimination Survey 2012 - 266 respondents The Texas Results for housing issues were as follows (39%) reported owning their own home compared to 67% of the general U.S. population (50%) had to move back in with family or friends (22%) had to find temporary space to stay / sleep (17%) had become homeless because of their gender identity / expression (15%) were denied a home / apartment (15%) were denied a home / apartment (8% ) Evicted Note those that had to move back in with family, more than likely were family that were not supportive in the first place. According to a different survey “Injustice at every turn” by the LGBT Taskforce in 2011 Of the 19% homeless on a Nationwide survey 55% were harassed, 29% were turned away all together. The latest request for data of local issues regarding homeless transgender or gender variant individuals in Tarrant County area, on record indicated nearly none, however, based on daily personal experience, homelessness or concern for homelessness is a serious concern for many, and that couch hoping or leaving the area or state all together is the current trend.
- Based on a National Survey - “Injustice at every turn” by the LGBT Task Force 2011 (53%) of respondents reported being verbally harassed or disrespected in a place of public accommodation in reference to the gender on their ID. (40%) reported having been harassed for having a gender marker that did not match their gender identity. Only (59%) reported updating the gender on their driver’s license/state ID, meaning (41%) live without ID that matches their gender identity. Furthermore - Federally, Trans person are protected with current laws allowing to update social security records and passports, but in most cases not legally protected by local or state. Many face Legal or financial road blocks for gender marker changes, however name change only is not as significant. Some of this is in part of the fact that there is no clear or standardized legal procedures for state level gender marker changes. As of 2014 - In the state of Texas, a request for gender marker change is done via a “Petition for Adult Name Change” an special wording in an amendment by specialized attorneys and only specific courts. Based on “Injustice at every turn” by the LGBT Task Force
- Based on National Survey - “Injustice at every turn” by the LGBT Task Force 2011 (20%) – Were denied equal service by local police (46%) Reported being uncomfortable seeking police assistance. (8%) - Suffered physical or sexual violence by law enforcement officers (22%) – Were disrespected or harassed by law enforcement officers
- Based on National Survey - “Injustice at every turn” by the LGBT Task Force 2011 Physical and Sexual Assault Physical and sexual assault in jail/ prison is a serious problem. 16% of respondents who had been to jail or prison reported being physically assaulted. 15% reported being sexually assaulted Harassment Respondents who served time in jail reported harassment by correctional officers 37%, … more often than harassment of peers of 35% Medical and Hormones 12% reported being denied healthcare and 17% reported denial of hormones
- Based on National Survey - “Injustice at every turn” by the LGBT Task Force 2011 Medical Respondents faced serious hurdles to accessing health care while sick or injured, including; 28% Postponed medical care due to discrimination 48% inability to afford healthcare 19% reported being refused medical care due to their transgender or gender non-conforming status. 28% reported harassment and violence in medical settings 50% reported having to teach their medical providers about transgender care.
- Based on National Survey - “Injustice at every turn” by the LGBT Task Force 2011 The U.S. Population as of December 2014 was 318.9 million In 2011 when this study was done, the suicide attempts of transgender persons made up (41%) of the 4.6% suicide attempts of overall U.S. population. 4.6% of the total suicide attempts in the U.S. is approximately 14 million 660 thousand people who had attempted suicide 41% of those people who had attempted suicide identified as transgender or gender variant. That would be just over 6 million people attempting suicide that identify as transgender, gender variant, gender non-conforming or any other gender diversity.
- Thank you