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Gender Links These links open in a new window. *** Science *** Sexual differentiation Male-to-Female Transsexuals Have Female Neuron Numbers in a LImbic Nucleus Gender identity Hormone replacement therapy Sex reassignment surgery *** Language *** GLAAD Media Reference Guide, 8th Edition Toward more fully realized representations not only of the diversity of our community, but also of our lives, our families, and our fundamental inclusion in the fabric of American society (PDF). "Transgender vs. "transgendered" -- the great nomenclature debate engaged You say to-may-to; I say to-mah-to. ***In the News *** Girl with Y chromosome sheds light on maleness A seven-year old girl with a Y chromosome is providing new clues about a possible "master switch" of maleness. In France, Transsexuals Celebrate Small Victory Several decades have passed since the West stopped considering homosexuality a mental illness. But for transsexuals, that kind of milestone has been elusive — until now. Obama's transgender appointee What a presidential appointment of transgender former test pilot Amanda Simpson means for civil rights. American Medical Association: Stop discriminating against transgender patients The American Medical Association is calling on health insurers to cooperate with doctors in providing proper care to meet transgender patients' needs. Papaya Sex Change in the Works The effort could weed out unproductive male and female plants so that farmers could grow only the fruitful hermaphrodites. *** Photodocumentary*** I am transgender, and I want my voice to be heard CNN asked some of its iReporters who are transgender, transsexual, or questioning to create a message they would like others to know on a piece of paper and take a portrait holding it. Transformations The award winning photodocumentary by Jana Marcus, is a sensitive portrayal of transgendered people. The link opens on the artist's statement (well worth reading) and clicks through to the photo essay. ***Videos*** Real Life - Transgender Kids (Part 1) (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4) (Part 5) (Part 6) Follow the lives of four transgender children to discover what it is like to realize you were born in the wrong body so young. We will find out how young children change their apparent gender and how families cope with having a transgender child. Transsexual Teenagers (Part 1) (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4) (Part 5) (Part 6) This documentary follows four transgender teens as they navigate the waters of early transition. The Transgender Taboo (Part 1) (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4) (Part 5) This is the story of America’s post-operative transmen, Thailand’s kathoeys, the Fa’afafine of Samoa, the sex-reassignment surgery capital of the world, Trinidad, Colorado, USA, and a couple in a long-term relationship in which both partners are transgender. Sex Change Soldier (Part 1) (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4) (Part 5) Documentary about Jan Hamilton, the British soldier who fought on the frontline in Iraq and Afghanistan then had an even harder battle to fight since returning. The Christine Jorgensen Story (Part 1) (Part 2) (Part 3) (Part 4) (Part 5) This 1970 biopic about the first widely-known individual to have sex reassignment surgery has a great old B-movie feel to it but handles the topic sensitively if not completely accurately. I understand it's considered a cult classic, and I can see why. Finding Sarah (Part 1) (Part 2) New Zealand's first openly Transgender Cop. Gender Puzzle Are we on the cusp of discovering what determines gender? The old mantra - all girls have XX chromosomes and all boys have XY - is no longer reliable. Scientists are now looking beyond chromosomes to "brain sex" and the role of newly discovered genes. By studying transsexuals and people on the gender extremes, they believe they can unlock the gender puzzle. This high-quality documentary looks at the new and challenging science of gender. (ABC Australia/Journeyman Pictures) The Third Sex - Tahiti The tropical island of Tahiti is not only multicultural and multilingual, it's also multi-sexual. For centuries, men who act as women have been cherished as the 'third sex.' (ABC Australia/Journeyman Pictures) Harsh Beauty For centuries, Eunuchs have been an important part of Indian society. But the elevated role they once held has now faded. Today they live in isolated communities, working as prostitutes and beggars. Life may be hard but inside the community, there's a real sense of warmth and camaraderie. 'Harsh Beauty' follows the lives of Jyothi, Usha and Hira Bai, three Eunuchs who struggle for acceptance in a culture splintered by religion, caste and politics. Filmed over four years and accompanied by a vibrant soundtrack, it's a warm and poignant look inside this usually hidden group. (ABC Australia/Journeyman Pictures) Gender Trouble Meet Melissa - a happy, healthy woman. Probe a little deeper however, and you uncover a life marred by secrecy and shame. "At four I was taken into hospital ... I was absolutely terrified and woke up in a lot of pain. No one would tell me what was happening." It was not until she was 18 that she finally discovered why she was forced to endure such painful operations. She has an intersex condition. Thankfully, the treatment of intersexuals has improved a lot since Melissa's childhood. In this beautifully made, insightful film Melissa, Barbara, Mary and Saraswati speak candidly and eloquently about living with a hermaphrodite condition. In the words of Saraswati: "it might be trouble for other people to accept our genders, but not for us." (ABC Australia/Journeyman Pictures) Intersex (Part 1) (Part 2) (Part 3) Sexual assignment without consent is the theme of this amazing documentary from the Discovery channel about people born with ambiguous gender identity. Hedwig & the Angry Inch (Wig in a Box) (Wicked Little Town - Hedwig) (Origin of Love) (Sugar Daddy) (Wicked Little Town - Johnny) (Midnight Radio) Just for fun. I love this movie for all the reasons in the world. Hedwig is a crooked-grin story of love, loss, loyalty, betrayal, forgiveness, self-discovery, redemption, and the power of makeup. If you haven't seen it, you owe yourself the pleasure. I'm pretty sure I've put these scenes in correct order. |
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