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What do the Trans & Non-binary community need most right now?

May 26, 2024

Abigail Thorn and Freddy McConnell discuss the challenges facing the trans community in the UK, addressing government proposals, the Gender Recognition Act, and notable figures advocating for trans rights. They also highlight the need for visibility, healthcare access, self-identification rights, and the impact of regressive comedy on the transgender community.

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Freddy McConnell

Abigail Thorn

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Quick takeaways

Urgent need for inclusive education on gender identity in schools despite government resistance.

Scrutiny and skepticism surrounding the CAS review's composition and recommendations on gender identity services.

Advocacy for accountability, reform, and empowerment in trans healthcare to address mistreatment and lack of access.

Deep dives

Challenges Facing the Transgender Community in the UK

The UK government's recent guidance for schools to avoid teaching about gender identity has sparked a conversation about the challenges facing the transgender community. The Education Secretary's stance on gender ideology and the implications for trans rights have drawn criticism. The history of policies like Section 28, conversion therapy, and delays in healthcare access highlight ongoing struggles. Public opinion and efforts by organizations call for more inclusive policies.

Introduction

2min

Government's Controversial Stance on Teaching Gender Identity in Schools

4min

Exploring Controversies and Regressive Comedy in the Stand-Up World

2min

Exploring Controversial Case and Amplifying Marginalized Voices

3min

Navigating Healthcare Challenges for the Trans Community

15min

Exploring Trans Visibility, Crime in Belize, and Gender Recognition Reform

3min

The Battle for Self-Identification Rights

19min

Engagement with Audience, Show Credits, and Advertisements for Cookware and Furniture

3min

Nish and Coco are joined by Abigail Thorn (actress, writer and host of PhilosophyTube) and Freddy McConnell (writer and journalist) to examine the issues facing the trans and non-binary community in the UK today.

In recent news, the current Tory government has proposed new guidelines for education in schools across England. Education Secretary Gillian Keegan said that gender identity should not be taught in schools to students of any age. Abigail and Freddy respond to these news headlines and also discuss The Cass review, a proposed new approach from the Labour Party around the Gender Recognition Act, and which individuals need highlighting for their work on trans rights in the UK.

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Guests:

Abigail Thorn,

Freddy McConnell, journalist

Audio credits:

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BBC