Category: Articles | Ambit Gender Diversity Consulting

SOGI Myth-busting Speaking points for supporters of inclusivity in schools

Published on 2018 06 07 | by Lux Welsh | in Articles

Kelli Kraft, a teacher, holds a sign that reads "Get your facts straight with this gay teacher" on the legislature lawn.

Recently, there have been some misunderstandings about SOGI that have created some ~interesting~ dialogue, both in schools and in the media…

BC Human Rights Commission revived What is the commission and what will it mean for trans rights?

Published on 2018 02 22 | by Julian Paquette | in Articles

A photo of the green peaks of the BC Legislature buildings, with a grey sky in the background.

The history of the BC Human Rights Commission is a choppy one. First formed in 1973, the commission was abolished eleven years later. It was then revived only to be abolished in 2002…

Supporting your trans loved one through family gatherings Sticking together for the holidays (and always)

Published on 2017 12 20 | by Kingsley Strudwick | in Articles

a drawing of two people sitting on a log by an outdoor fire. one person has their arm around the other.

While family gatherings can present opportunities for connection, they can be quite challenging for trans people of all ages. Family histories, relationship dynamics, and…

Rural, remote, and small town transitions Part 3: Finding trans competent health care

Published on 2017 11 21 | by Julian Paquette | in Articles

An illustration of Kingsley wearing a red hoodie and black pants, standing on a railroad in the prairies. Text reads: Rural Transitions Part 3

If you are living remotely, rurally, or in a small town, here is some information to help you begin to get the trans-competent care you need…

Ethical “gender bent” costumes Things to consider for Halloween, Cosplay, and every other occasion

Published on 2017 10 23 | by Lux Welsh | in Articles

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Are you planning a cool costume of your favourite character? Are you wanting to play around with gender in your costume this year? Here are some things to think about when designing your look…

5 things to know before interviewing a trans person Tips for journalists, interviewers, moderators and talk show hosts

Published on 2017 10 10 | by Lux Welsh | in Articles

Kingsley's back it to the camera, and there is a mid-30's white person interviewing him. There is a video camera and large, handheld microphone near by.

Are you covering an event with trans organizers? Doing a write-up about current events and wanting to get some input from the trans community? Wondering how best to represent trans voices in your show, publication, or blog? Here are 5 quick tips…

An intro to intersex identities Part 2: When trans-centred language falls short

Published on 2017 10 02 | by Lux Welsh | in Articles

Speech bubble 1: Transphobes should know that biology tells us that there's much more that XX or XY. Speech bubble 2: The gender binary isn't a "natural order." Haven't they heard of intersex peopl?!" Speech bubble 3: "So does anyone actually care about intersex issues, or does our existence simply make good arguing points?"

Language matters! Here are some examples of trans-centred language and behaviours that we can shift in order to do better for intersex people in our communities: …

Rural, remote, and small town transitions Part 2: Finding an in-person trans social network & community

Published on 2017 09 17 | by Julian Paquette | in Articles

An illustration of Kingsley wearing a red hoodie and black pants, standing on a railroad in the prairies. Text reads: Rural Transitions Part 2

Though the internet offers many opportunities to connect with trans people living in different locations, supportive and safe in-person interactions are important to…

An intro to intersex identities Part 1: Challenging the myth of binary sex

Published on 2017 08 08 | by Flo Perritt | in Articles

A 4 panel cartoon with 2 stick figures (A & B). A: So What are your sex chromosomes? B: I don't know - most people haven't been genotyped? A: What I meant was, what genitals do you have? B: My sex chromosomes are irrelevant then - I could have any configuration of genital configuration. A:

Creating inclusive spaces for intersex people involves interrogating our biases about bodies, deconstructing narratives about gender, and being aware that…

Rural, remote, and small town transitions Part 1: Finding trans people, narratives & gear online

Published on 2017 08 03 | by Julian Paquette | in Articles

An illustration of Kingsley wearing a red hoodie and black pants, standing on a railroad in the prairies. Text reads: Rural Transitions Part 1

If you are living rurally, remotely, or in a small town, the quickest and most anonymous way to access trans-specific information and community is by…