Oh, Texas.
Last year doulas, reproductive health advocates, and folks all over the globe spoke out against legislation that put bans on bodies and here we are once again, fighting for human rights in Texas. This time its to protect trans kids and their caregivers. Texas Governor Abbott and A.G. Paxton, are pushing for parents and caregivers that allowed trans children to receive gender affirming care to be investigated and prosecuted for child abuse.
At DTI, we know that reproductive justice is radically inclusive and values trans voices. Trans kids deserve to be affirmed, validated, and allowed to grow into their full authentic self. Here are some ways we as a community can continue to prioritize the health and safety of trans folks.
Vote for politicians that align with Reproductive Justice values. Donate and volunteer.
Organizations to support
Out Youth serves Central Texas LGBTQIA+ youth and their allies with programs and services to ensure these promising young people develop into happy, healthy, successful adults.
allgo nurtures and celebrates queer people of color by building, educating, and mobilizing communities toward a just and equitable society through cultural arts, wellness, and social justice programming.
Transgender Education Network of Texas (TENT)
TENT works to further gender diversity equality in Texas through education and networking in the public and private sector.
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
The ACLU works in the courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed to all people by the Constitution and laws of the United States.
Take care of yourself. The work to create a more equitable world is a marathon and taking care of yourself is a part of that process. Here are some tips we use at DTI to help refill our cups.
In Solidarity,
DTI Team