The mother of a Queensland teenager
Parent who brought legal action against the Queensland government over its ban on gender-affirming care for trans adolescents and speaks about the impact on her child and other families.
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The Mum fighting Queensland’s puberty blocker ban
A courageous Queensland mother, who brought legal action against the government over a ban on gender-affirming care, shares her inspiring story. She discusses recognizing her daughter's transgender identity early on and the urgency of accessing puberty blockers to protect her well-being. After winning a crucial court ruling, she reveals the swift government pushback and stresses the profound impact on her family and other trans youth. With a commitment to continue the legal fight, she likens her struggle to a modern-day David versus Goliath.
