It was a long time ago. Trannyweb was what this online... moreIt was a long time ago. Trannyweb was what this online community was originally called. We had to change the name because the word ‘tranny’ became increasingly toxic and we had to change our rickety old software because the developers would no longer support it.
I vaguely remember we had asked the existing members to come up with a new name and Gender Society won. I think a lot of our members at the time wanted us to distance our community from the other cattle market sites out there so we needed to sound more respectable.Trannyweb was a busy and vibrant community though (started in 1999) with lots of people online at any one time. The forums were the jewel in the crown as you can see from the huge number of threads and forum posts (which by the way, are still available today).
The transition to The Gender Society took place in 2011. Unfortunately, a lot of the long-time regulars who used to be permanently logged in, didn’t like the change... less
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Gender variant (trans or transgender) people are relatively rarely seen in GP surgeries. Many GPs say that they lack the knowledge to treat those experiencinggender variant conditions and, consequently, they are not confident to do so.The first part of this publication provides an overview of care for trans people that is particularly applicable to GPs. Hormone therapy is central to transgender primarycare, and issues such as assessment and diagnosis are also relevant to general practice. These topics are discussed in greater detail in Annexes C and D. Clinical care for gender variant people should be provided within a framework of good practice that emphasises patient autonomy, allows for the wide variety of needs among trans people and is flexible in its clinical responses to those needs. It should also take account... less
Christine your information I don't think ever goes unnoticed, I... moreChristine your information I don't think ever goes unnoticed, I have always enjoyed your articles, very informative and thought provoking.
I just wished you were in the states to give such accurate content, but then under this current administration and political conflict I think you might find it quite egregious,
There was a time in the states when we were moving in a very positive direction, sadly we have faltered and at best stagnated our trans direction.
Huggs Tammy
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I think I joined about 2004-2005, Organised themed chat... moreI think I joined about 2004-2005, Organised themed chat parties, lot of fun, about 2007 I was made head of forums, made a lot of amusing and factual posts even some controversial ones, many taken out of context, but always attracted attention and responses if some were very negative. When Trannyweb became the Gender society I gathered a few people to become site moderators lovely helpful team, keeping the site clear of trolls, keeping the home page clear of sleaze and wiping out literally 1000's of spams. Shame that when I stepped back from heading up that team due to studying and work I was unable to devote as much attention as the site needed many of the site and forum mods just seemed to vanish, lose interest. I will always remember some advice Katie gave mewhen in the early days of being a mod, I was verbally abused, it upset me and I threatened to leave,Katie said if someone on your land line gives you grief, do you cut your phone off. Of course... less
Interesting topic...thnx for bringing it up!
I had joined a... moreInteresting topic...thnx for bringing it up!
I had joined a couple of "straight" dating sites where the only option for gender was the binary "M" or "F". I'd check "F" but in my profile mention that I was a special girl with a little something different down below. I left it at that as far as being a trans woman while creating an interesting profile designed to attract an inteligent, well rounded, but open minded person.
I was very surprised at the number of men who reached out to me that actually understood just who I was and stated that they were very interested in learning more about me and wished to meet up, a typical response in a binary world. In further communication, quite a few expressed that they were totally fine with dating a passable trans woman while some fit into that "admirer" or even "chaser" mode as described in the thread earlier. Throughout our communication, I make it clear that I'm not your typical girl but do not say I'm trans unless they bring it... less
This is an appeal for individuals who would be interested in volunteering as electors for Bennie Lee "Ben" Ferguson's independent write-in candidacy for U.S. president in 2008. ... moreThis is an appeal for individuals who would be interested in volunteering as electors for Bennie Lee "Ben" Ferguson's independent write-in candidacy for U.S. president in 2008. At this stage, electors are needed particularly in North Dakota, Texas and Kansas. All that is required is that the individual provide their names and addresses to the campaign. Interested parties may contact the campaign via e-mail: bennieleeferg@hotmail.com. Thank you.
URGENT UPDATE on ENDA from the
National Center for Transgender Equality
October 18, 2007
... moreURGENT UPDATE on ENDA from the
National Center for Transgender Equality
October 18, 2007
House committee decides to advance a version of ENDA that cuts out protections for transgender people
I am writing from the hearing room of the House Committee on Education and Labor. Sadly, I write to report that the Committee just passed by a vote of 27 to 21 the substitute Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) that was introduced specifically to exclude transgender and other gender variant people.
We are greatly disappointed that the committee chose to move forward with a bill that is not endorsed by a single LGBT organization. It is historically unprecedented that Congress would pass a civil rights law that the civil rights community--including those it is meant to protect--do not want.
Tremendous effort by over three hundred organizations--including NCTE--and tens of thousands of individuals came close to fixing ENDA after it was precipitously gutted to exclude gender identity and transgender... less
I would like to open my inaugural post in the Polly Ticks by thanking my friends Katie Glover and Sarah Conor for their friendship over lo, these many years, and also for their... moreI would like to open my inaugural post in the Polly Ticks by thanking my friends Katie Glover and Sarah Conor for their friendship over lo, these many years, and also for their confidence in my ability to host this forum and keep it interesting.
I know that the primary purpose of Trannyweb is social networking for transgender people, and the value of light social interaction cannot be underestimated in our community.
I think, though, that considering both the diversity and the commonality of the transgender community, it’s important we occasionally exchange ideas concerning those larger social issues that affect us. We can take this opportunity to share our thoughts and learn from one another, and in so doing, possibly make things better for our community a little at a time.
I hope that everyone will take the opportunity to participate at one time or other. So many people have the impression of political topics to be drab and serious, but we are living in exciting times for the transgender... less
I received a form letter today from Joe Solomnese, President of HRC, encouraging me to contact my congressman specifically. My response to Joe:
"Congressman Cantor has already... moreI received a form letter today from Joe Solomnese, President of HRC, encouraging me to contact my congressman specifically. My response to Joe:
"Congressman Cantor has already heard from me on several occasions concerning the original bill, H.R. 2015, as well as the Baldwin Amendment to H.R. 3685, no thanks to you. GIVE US BACK OUR 'T!"
But seriously folks, we really don't need HRC to contact our representatives to Congress. Simply go to :
http://www.house.gov/writerep
Tell your representative that you support the Baldwin Amendment to H.R. 3685, and that you oppose any effort to pass this legislation without inclusion of gender identity. less
October 09, 2007
At HRC Gala, Pelosi Shines, While ENDA's on Everyone's Mind
http://www.advocate.com/news_detail_ektid49642.asp
... moreOctober 09, 2007
At HRC Gala, Pelosi Shines, While ENDA's on Everyone's Mind
http://www.advocate.com/news_detail_ektid49642.asp
The 11th annual national dinner of the Human Rights Campaign in Washington, D.C., on Saturday was expected to be a time of outright celebration, with the organization honoring Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi for her instrumental role in passing both hate-crimes legislation and, it was hoped, an Employment Non-Discrimination Act that protected the entire gay, lesbian, and transgender community.
The 11th annual national dinner of the Human Rights Campaign in Washington, D.C., on Saturday was expected to be a time of outright celebration, with the organization honoring Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi for her instrumental role in passing both hate-crimes legislation and, it was hoped, an Employment Non-Discrimination Act that protected the entire gay, lesbian, and transgender community.
But by the time of the gala event, while a transgender-inclusive hate-crimes bill... less
(I recently received this e-mail regarding ENDA legislation currently before the United States Congress. While I oppose hate-crimes legislation, I fully support the right of all... more(I recently received this e-mail regarding ENDA legislation currently before the United States Congress. While I oppose hate-crimes legislation, I fully support the right of all people to be protected from discrimination in the workplace. The exclusion of "gender identity" from the current legislation represents a direct insult to our community, which has always faced difficulty in terms of tolerance from society at large, and even among gay, lesbian, and bisexual persons. Please contact your legislators and urge inclusion of "gender identity" within the ENDA legislation. (Bennie Lee "Ben" Ferguson is an independent write-in U.S. presidential candidate for the 2008 election. E-mail: bennieleeferg@hotmail.com. Web page: http://candidate.lpks.org/BenFerguson.)
Dear Bennie,
Late last week, House leaders announced their decision to change the language of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) so that it only includes sexual orientation and not gender identity. These House leaders have... less
(Governor Kathleen Sebelius of Kansas recently issued an executive order which, among other things, prohibits employment discrimination based upon gender identity. The text of... more(Governor Kathleen Sebelius of Kansas recently issued an executive order which, among other things, prohibits employment discrimination based upon gender identity. The text of the governor's order follows.)
EXECUTIVE ORDER 07-24
WHEREAS, the State of Kansas is dedicated to the principles of freedom and equality among all of its citizens; and
WHEREAS, the State of Kansas employs individuals that are a vital part of creating and fostering efficient business practices and ensuring that all citizens of Kansas receive the support and services they need and to which they are entitled; and
WHEREAS, the State of Kansas is committed to employment practices which will prevent discrimination and harassment on account of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, military or veteran status, or disability status. State of Kansas employers are expected to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals in all aspects of employer-employee... less
Transgendered independent write-in presidential candidate Bennie Lee "Ben" Ferguson recently sent a congratulatory letter to Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius applauding her... moreTransgendered independent write-in presidential candidate Bennie Lee "Ben" Ferguson recently sent a congratulatory letter to Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius applauding her efforts toward ending discrimination against transgendered people in that state. The text of a "Tranny Tribune" article concerning the governor's efforts in this regard was enclosed, as well as a recent interview with candidate Ferguson. The text of the letter follows:
Dear Governor Sebelius,
I am a transgendered Kansan who is running concurrently for the Kansas House (District 104) as a Libertarian and the U.S. presidency as an independent, write-in candidate registered with the Federal Election Commission. I want to take this opportunity to applaud your efforts in regard to ending discrimination against transgendered people in our state.
Much of my support comes from the Trannyweb website which recently published an article in its house organ concerning your stance against this type of discrimination. The article... less
Transgendered independent write-in U.S. presiddential candidate Bennie Lee "Ben" Ferguson will appear on blog talk radio on Saturday, September 15 at 3:00PM, Eastern Standard... moreTransgendered independent write-in U.S. presiddential candidate Bennie Lee "Ben" Ferguson will appear on blog talk radio on Saturday, September 15 at 3:00PM, Eastern Standard Time. The show's name is "Politics-Central." (See information below.)
Host Channel: Politics-Central On Air
Dial In Number (646) 716-8267
host name Brandon Rosty
country USA
language English
IM Program Y! Messenger
IM Name yop_kio
Transgendered write-in presidential candidate Bennie Lee "Ben" Ferguson will be a guest on the blogtalk radio site show hosted by Republican GLBT activist Anthony M. Del... moreTransgendered write-in presidential candidate Bennie Lee "Ben" Ferguson will be a guest on the blogtalk radio site show hosted by Republican GLBT activist Anthony M. Del Pellegrino on Wednesday, August 22 at 4:00, Eastern Standard Time.
ALL AMERICAN MEMBERS NEED TO FOLLOW THIS LINK IMMEDIATELY! HRC HAS MADE IT SO EASY TO MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD THAT YOU HAVE NO EXCUSE FOR NOT DOING SO IMMEDIATELY. IT WILL ONLY... moreALL AMERICAN MEMBERS NEED TO FOLLOW THIS LINK IMMEDIATELY! HRC HAS MADE IT SO EASY TO MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD THAT YOU HAVE NO EXCUSE FOR NOT DOING SO IMMEDIATELY. IT WILL ONLY TAKE ONE MINUTE OF YOUR VALUABLE TIME TO LET YOUR REPRESENTATIVES KNOW HOW YOU FEEL ABOUT THE EMPLOYMENT NON-DISCRIMINATION ACT. THE RELIGIOUS RIGHT IS DISSEMINATING MISINFORMATION ABOUT THIS LEGISLATION, SO IT'S TIME TO SPEAK UP. NO ONE SHOULD BE DENIED EMPLOYMENT OR PROMOTION DUE TO THEIR GENDER IDENTITY OR ORIENTATION.
DON'T EVEN BOTHER TO REPLY TO THIS POST. IN THE AMOUNT OF TIME IT TAKES YOU TO WRITE A RESPONSE TO THIS POST, YOU CAN EASILY FOLLOW THIS LINK AND LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD ON CAPITOL HILL. THIS IS IMPORTANT. JUST DO IT. DO IT NOW!
I could not be more pleased to learn that the issue concerning Trannyweb coverage of my presidential campaign has apparently been resolved. Today I received an e-mail from... moreI could not be more pleased to learn that the issue concerning Trannyweb coverage of my presidential campaign has apparently been resolved. Today I received an e-mail from "Tranny Tribune" staffer Robyn Webb proposing an interview which would emphasize both the positive and negative aspects of my candidacy as she sees them. With profound gratitude, I have accepted her gracious offer. (I cannot overemphasize the high esteem in which I hold Ms. Webb, regardless of any political differences between us. She has always been considerate in her relationship with me and was one of the first Trannyweb members I came into contact with when I joined this site over one and one-half years ago. I found it highly distasteful to be at odds with her regarding this matter.)
Additionally, I have also been informed by "Trib" editor Katie Glover that I ". . . have not been denied any coverage in the Trib." She has requested copy from me regarding my campaign to be published in the August issue. For this, I am... less
(The following is text from an e-mail recently sent to "Tranny Tribune" staffer Robyn Webb in an effort to address the matter of continued coverage of my presidential campaign. ... more(The following is text from an e-mail recently sent to "Tranny Tribune" staffer Robyn Webb in an effort to address the matter of continued coverage of my presidential campaign. It is my sincere hope that this proposal will resolve the issue to everyone's satisfaction. I am only too keenly aware that my views on some issues are not popular in the GLBT community. I am not necessarily trying to convert anyone, but only asking to be allowed a reasonable forum in which to disseminate those views, an eminently reasonable expectation in regard to democratic discourse. Let's try to remember that we're all part of the same community.)
Dear Robyn,
First of all, I don't want this to develop into a tit-for-tat e-mail situation between us. I'd prefer to put it behind us and for this to be my last comment on the matter.
Your original e-mail did, in fact, state that " . . . it will be my recommendation that Trannyweb not endorse or publicize your campaign any further." I have never asked for... less
HATE CRIMES LEGISLATION-This candidate is admantly opposed to hate crimes legislation as a violation of First Amendment rights. Hate crimes laws do not unite Americans. Indeed,... moreHATE CRIMES LEGISLATION-This candidate is admantly opposed to hate crimes legislation as a violation of First Amendment rights. Hate crimes laws do not unite Americans. Indeed, they are divisive in that they emphasize our differences rather than our commonality as citizens equal under the law. Violent crime should be punished to the fullest extent of the law regardless of motivation. Ferguson has already urged the legislators from his state, Congressman Jerry Moran and Senators Sam Brownback and Pat Roberts, to oppose HR 1592 (the Local Law Enforcement Enhancement Act of 2007) and S. 1105 (the Matthew Shepherd Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2007), which are examples of this kind of misguided legislation.
(Bennie Lee "Ben" Ferguson is a transgendered independent write-in U.S. presidential candidate registered with the Federal Election Commission. E-mail: bennieleeferg@hotmail.com. Web page: http://candidate.lpks.org/BenFerguson.) less
Trannyweb member and U.S. presidential candidate Bennie Lee "Ben" Ferguson recently received an e-mail from "Tranny Tribune" staffer Robyn Webb regarding a request for further... moreTrannyweb member and U.S. presidential candidate Bennie Lee "Ben" Ferguson recently received an e-mail from "Tranny Tribune" staffer Robyn Webb regarding a request for further coverage of her campaign. It reads in part:
"I am going to be brutally honest with you about your campaign. Unless you
announce a radical change in your views concerning GLBT political issues, it
will be my recommendation that Trannyweb not endorse or publicize your
candidacy any further. It is my belief that your expectation of support
from this community on the one hand, while you actively seek to undermine
the GLBT cause on the other hand is the height of hypocrisy, and I cannot in
all good conscience support any candidate who would engage in such
practices."
Ferguson's response follows:
"Dear Robyn,
I want to make it clear from the outset that I do not wish to address this issue with you as a personal dispute between us. Having said that, I view your attitude toward Trannyweb coverage of my presidential... less
