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Posted on March 9, 2021March 9, 2021Adults

What is it like to be autistic and trans?

The authors of The Autistic Trans Guide to Life, Wenn Lawson and Yenn Purkis, share their personal experiences of being both autistic and trans. What…

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Posted on February 11, 2019February 26, 2019Adults

Podcast: What’s it like to be transgender and autistic?

We’re joined on the podcast by Laura Kate Dale, an author who identifies as trans, gay and autistic.  We discussed the crossover between trans and…

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Posted on February 8, 2019February 11, 2019Education

How can staff in higher education support trans & non-binary people during transition?

How can we best support trans, nonbinary and gender diverse people in our college and university communities when they are coming out or transitioning? This extract…

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Posted on December 7, 2018Gender Diversity

#AskFoxandOwl – a live Twitter Q&A with Fox and Owl Fisher

Trans icons Fox and Owl Fisher took over our Twitter this week, for a live Q&A. If you missed it, you’re in luck! Because we’ve…

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Posted on April 18, 2018Gender Diversity

‘Hey presto world, I have my vagina, let the pleasure begin.’

There is currently a lack of practical information and advice available for trans women (and trans men) who have undergone realignment surgery. In this extract from…

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Posted on March 13, 2018July 13, 2018Gender Diversity

“Being a transgender professional gives me a very unique insight into issues that young people face.” Talking to trans youth worker, Matt Waites

There is currently a lack of information available regarding the specific needs of young transgender men, and the barriers that they face. This can lead…

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Posted on February 26, 2018Gender Diversity

‘My LGBT history’ – Sabrina Symington’s queerstory turning point

Sabrina Symington reflects on her LGBT history, and shares a pivotal moment in her past that influenced the way she lives her life now. The…

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Posted on January 10, 2018Gender Diversity

How to make your school an LGBTQ friendly place for students and staff

At the end of last year, the National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) issued new guidance on how to ensure that schools are friendly and…

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Posted on December 19, 2017December 19, 2017Gender Diversity

Talking to Sabrina Symington, author of First Year Out – the first graphic novel to explore transition for trans women

Sabrina Symington is an illustrator, graphic novelist and blogger from Vancouver, working to normalise transgender issues. First Year Out is based on her own personal…

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Posted on November 16, 2017November 16, 2017Gender Diversity

Are you looking for books and resources to support your work with gender variant individuals?

  We publish a range of books for therapists, counsellors and healthcare practitioners who work with gender variant individuals. From informative guides to personal memoirs,…

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AUTHOR TAKEOVER ⭐️ Mental health advocate an AUTHOR TAKEOVER ⭐️
 
Mental health advocate and author, @katieconibearwriter will be taking over the JKP Instagram on World Bipolar Day! 

Katie’s book, Living at the Speed of Light, is an honest and insightful guide drawing on their own experiences since their diagnosis of bipolar disorder in 2012, and offering advice on how to manage the condition and work towards stability.
 
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Build your confidence with fun activities and study strategies covering algebra, fractions, quadratics, percentages & more! 

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Coming this April! 🏳️‍🌈 Driven by the n Coming this April! 🏳️‍🌈

Driven by the necessity of filling the void of LGBTQIA+ inclusion in the birth world, AJ Silver, founder of @thequeerbirthclub, has written this brilliantly informative book filled with stories and experiences of LGBTQIA+ parents as well as professionals in the field. 

Including interviews with @jake_graf5, @freddy.mcconnell and Sabia Wade @theblackdoula, and covering topics such as lactation and surrogacy, this crucial guide marks a step forward for inclusivity. A must-read for any healthcare professional.
 
“There is so much to learn from AJ's book. They have packed it full of information, and all of it accessible. Each read brought me to new revelations and reflections, not only with my own practice but with what I teach and how. One to return to, continually.” 
- Mars Lord, Life Coach and Doula Educator, @_marslord 

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Don’t miss out on your chance to listen to insightful talks from our incredible line-up of speakers! You’ll have 30 days access to everything so you won’t miss any talks and can enjoy all the content in your own time.

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Centring on families and their personal journeys, Centring on families and their personal journeys, this is a must-read for all lactation consultants, birthing professionals, healthcare workers and parents. Packed full of practical tips, professional research-led evidence and real-life examples, this invaluable guide by @emmapickettibclc has everything you need to feel better informed and more confident.

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