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What Does Transphobic Bullying look like?

  • Hate speach
  • Hate crimes
  • Cyberbullying
  • Physical abuse
  • Sexual abuse
  • Mental & emotional abuse

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Know the Issues

  • Affects people who are trans or non-bibary.
  • Can also affect those questioning their gender identity.
  • Raises suicide rates of those who are trans or non-binary.

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How to support

  • Signal you are a safe person.
  • Educate yourself.
  • Use inclusive and gender-neutral terms and titles.
  • Use the correct name and pronouns.
  • Don't make assumptions about people's gender based on their appearance.
  • Be aware of gendered spaces.
  • Advocate for transgender rights.

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How to signal you are a safe person

  • Introduce yourself with your name and pronouns.
  • If you are not sure of their pronouns, ask!
  • Do not tolerate harassment or bullying in your space at all.
  • Stand up for LGBTQ+ individuals.
  • Talk positively about the LGBTQ+ community.

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Educate

  • Educate yourself
    • Stay up to date with new information.
    • Explore or ask if you don't know something or have questions.
  • Educate others
    • Share your knowledge you have.
    • Invite others to share their's with you.

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Advocate

  • Know the terminology
  • Recognize the humanity
  • Know the issues
  • Talk to your children & family members
  • Avoid microagressions
  • Learn more about the transgender experience
  • Help us change the world

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Helpful Resources

  • The Trevor Project
  • Advocates for Trans Equality
  • Transgender Lives: Your Stories
  • Transgender Law Center
  • Human Rights Camapign
  • Helpful glossary

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Reflect

  • What Does it mean to be Transgender?
  • How does someone know that they are transgender?
  • What is the difference between sexual orientation and gender identity?
  • What can I do to show I'm a safe person

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