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Are trans youth a 'political football' in Alberta?

Feb 7, 2024
23:24
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This podcast explores the controversy surrounding Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's proposed policies affecting trans youth, including bans on surgery and restrictions on hormone treatment. It looks at the impact on trans youth, ongoing debate on gender affirming treatment, fears and concerns of trans teens, and the politics behind these policies.
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  • The proposed policies in Alberta would ban gender affirming surgery, hormone treatment, and puberty blockers for trans youth under certain ages, potentially limiting their access to necessary medical care.
  • The proposed policies in Alberta could restrict transgender women from participating in women's sports and create confusion and limited opportunities for them, suggesting the need for more inclusive approaches.

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Proposed changes to gender affirming medical care for teens

Danielle Smith, the Alberta Premier, is proposing to ban gender affirming surgery for anyone under 18. This includes genital reassignment surgery, which is already not allowed for those under 18. She is also seeking to ban hormone treatment and puberty blockers for anyone under 16. These proposed changes would impact a larger number of trans youth who typically go through puberty before the age of 16.

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