Trans Youth - What Does It Mean to Take Trans Kids Seriously?

On this episode: Jamilah, Elizabeth, and Zak talk about the wave of anti-trans legislation, the role of misinformation in this movement, and how to protect trans kids. They are joined by Jules Gill-Peterson. She is a trans historian and author of Histories of the Transgender Child, and co-host of Slate’s very own Outward podcast. 

Recommendations

Jamilah recommends: NYT Spelling Bee 

Elizabeth recommends: PILOT FriXion Clicker Erasable, Refillable & Retractable Gel Ink Pens

Zak recommends: This tweet

Resources

Histories of the Transgender Child by Jules Gill-Peterson

Slate’s Outward podcast

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