We spoke to transgender and gender non-conforming Ohioans to learn about the issues that matter to them the most and asked them to share their stories with us. Watch our Transgender Spotlight video mini-series.


Transgender Spotlight Video Series - Introduction
Transgender and gender nonconforming (TGNC) people deserve to be seen, heard, loved, and protected by the law. Nothing demonstrates this better than the lived experiences of TGNC people themselves.

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Transgender Spotlight Video Series - Lived and Legal Equality
Transgender and gender nonconforming (TGNC) Ohioans lack basic rights owed to all including bodily autonomy and protection against discrimination in housing, employment, and accessing basic goods and services. TGNC Ohioans explain why lived and legal equality is important to them.

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Transgender Spotlight Video Series - Gender Affirming Care
Gender-affirming care is medically backed, lifesaving healthcare for all transgender and gender nonconforming (TGNC) people, including and especially youth. TGNC Ohioans share their experiences with this care and how it changed their lives.

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Transgender Spotlight Video Series - Trans Youth
States across the nation, including Ohio, are targeting transgender and gender non-conforming (TGNC) youth with harmful legislation. TGNC Ohioans share stories about their childhood lived experience, and their messages for TGNC youth today.

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Transgender Spotlight Video Series - Trans Joy
Trans joy is a radical act of self-love and community care in the face of marginalization. TGNC Ohioans’ discuss trans joy and why we must help in the fight to protect it.

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Transgender Spotlight Video Series - Importance of Family
The love and support we receive in life, whether from kin or chosen family, is essential to our ability to thrive. TGNC Ohioans share their perspectives on the importance of family and chosen family.

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