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
I was just reading through one of Chrissie's posts on another thread and was surprised to hear that a lot of the older TW members left when the name changed as it smacked of... moreI was just reading through one of Chrissie's posts on another thread and was surprised to hear that a lot of the older TW members left when the name changed as it smacked of elitism. I was really surprised by that. I remember at the time thinking that losing the word 'tranny' would be a good move and would prevent the undesirabel types bothering to look but I didn't think it sounded elitist.
I also left the site at that time but for different reasons, which I will not go into. I pop back occasionally to see how things are and of course, almost no one is here from the TW days. People move on, you don't visit the same local bar for 20 years after all, so different people coming and going is normal I believe.
I'm curoius as to what attracted new members to here though, as I assume that they didn't think the name was elitist? I also wonder if, like myself, they spent ages in the forums finding out so much useful information, and then moved into the chat room to speak directly to... less
So I got these nice Mary Jane pumps from Zappos with a 4" heel only to find out that my ankles don't flex enough to stand up straight! Too bad - So sad. Any thoughts, ladies?
The main point in a forum topic is most are looking for answers. We have search engines that provide us with answers but they are not what I would call personal. Other peoples... moreThe main point in a forum topic is most are looking for answers. We have search engines that provide us with answers but they are not what I would call personal. Other peoples experiences can help others so much. It can be what some consider to be a small problem with an easy answer but to the person asking the question it could be a big thing. Just because to some it may seem a minor thing does not mean it is to others.
These forums are a mine of information and most of the answers are alrealy there but it means a new member has to search for the answer they want. Asking a question in a new topic means the person normally gets answers within hours or even minutes. Those answers are not one size fits all so the more people that join in means the person asking the question is more likely to get the answer they are after. The Transgender world has so many questions and the ones that have been through or are going through the same can tell of their experiences in response to others.
We need more members... less
Q. Why do you women spend so much time on the phone, chatting about clothes and shoes, to your friends.
A. Because you men have no real sense of... moreQ. Why do you women spend so much time on the phone, chatting about clothes and shoes, to your friends.
A. Because you men have no real sense of priorities.
Q. Husband, Why does it take you so long to get ready when we go out.
A, I like to look nice for you, and take pride in my appearance, you should try it sometime. and make other women envious of me.
Q. Why is it you remember everyting, especially after an argument.
A. Because I pay attention, you should make the same effort.
Q. Why do you think I'm a bloody mindreader?
A. There you are you just proved you don't listen to a thing I say.
Q. Why do you spend so long chating to your friends so much when we go to a party.
A. We have proper converastions, beyond the ''did you see the game on tele last night''
Q. Whats your obsession with candles and dim lights when we... less
What makes you spitting mad – and what can you do about it?
Every day, we experience a whole range of emotions, and we can all remember times when we have been... moreWhat makes you spitting mad – and what can you do about it?
Every day, we experience a whole range of emotions, and we can all remember times when we have been annoyed, irritated, angry or downright enraged!
The biological basis for anger can be found in the well known ‘fight or flight’ response, and a common trigger for anger is feeling endangered. This danger does not need to be physical – the threat may well be to our dignity, belief system or self esteem, but the end product is the same.
It used to be thought that venting our anger on an inanimate object was an acceptable way of dealing with it, but while that may be cathartic, and give a temporary sense of satisfaction, it can also lead to broken windows, holes in walls and other unwanted problems! More importantly, it does not help the individual to manage anger effectively in the future.
Anger produces considerable physiological change – our heart rate and blood pressure... less
I consider this website to be the best trans website there is so how can it be made better?. In a recent forum post a member said full membership is to expensive. I believe that... moreI consider this website to be the best trans website there is so how can it be made better?. In a recent forum post a member said full membership is to expensive. I believe that less than a Dollar a week is good value for what is here. One thing that does bug me though is the number of new members that join here weekly never to be seen again.
There could be many reasons for that. They may have thought this website is like other ones , you know the ones that are full of sexual content.
What makes GS unique is its lack of sexual content though. So about 30 or even 50 new members per week fall down a big black hole never to be seen again. It is rare that they stay.
GS is like a big family! Not huge but in family terms it is big . The heart of this website is its forums in the input into them by its members. All over the forums you will see the words Former Member! That includes myself. Sometimes I look back 5 or 6 years and think did I really say that? . Yep I did , and I have not changed much. With... less
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All First off, I hope I do not upset anyone with this post. Please note that I recognise the possibility of the content being upsetting to some but at the same time I am trying... moreHi
All First off, I hope I do not upset anyone with this post. Please note that I recognise the possibility of the content being upsetting to some but at the same time I am trying to better understand some issues that affect our community. I am writing this in a genuine attempt to deepen understanding and 'ventilate' issues we may face. I therefore apologise in advance and hope that you read this in the spirit and tone that it is intended.
I am writing an article for Frock magazine (frockmagazine.com) on the connotations of the word 'tranny'. If you do not mind assisting in this survey, could you please reply to this thread by answering the following questions:
1. Where do you live (country is fine)?
2. On a scale of 1 to 10 (1 being the most negative) how negatively do you feel about the word 'tranny'?
3. Does the word 'tranny' have any positive connotations?
4. Would you ever use the word 'tranny'?
5. If so how, when etc?
6. Has anyone ever used the word 'tranny' offensively against you personally... less
This has been bugging me for a few reasons recently. So is there such a thing?. I do not want to go to one I would rather eat the grass off the lawn but , some seem to think they... moreThis has been bugging me for a few reasons recently. So is there such a thing?. I do not want to go to one I would rather eat the grass off the lawn but , some seem to think they exist. Why did I just say that?. Because I do not believe they do! They are there but for what reason?. My guess is they want your money , I mean you have an illness don't you?. If you are Lesbian or bi sexual - Gay or Transgender they say you are ill and you can be cured.
So it has to be a money making game. Take Amy Hepker as just one example to start. Amy says God will sort things out for her but , God hasn't. She says there are LGBT friendly churches near her but do they help? . Well she can go there and pray! That is it , nothing else. I wonder why that is?. Another guess is she has no money. So that is how friendly they are to Amy , we cannot help you find shelter or even give you shelter , you cannot even park your car on the church car park but there is a store down the road where you can.
Please add you thoughts. They could be a few lines or even a poem , just say how you feel. I am going to have to put my beliefs aside here. I have no belief in any God but I will... morePlease add you thoughts. They could be a few lines or even a poem , just say how you feel. I am going to have to put my beliefs aside here. I have no belief in any God but I will respect your beliefs.
From Julia Ford.
Leelah you did not deserve this , you had your whole life ahead of you and it was cut short by pure ignorance. What your parents done to drive you taking your life is not Christian! They are not Christian.
If lessons cannot be learnt from pain you suffered now then they never will be.
I wish I could have been there , not only to stop you but also to show you people do understand and care. You were alone though and there is no changing that. You are now one of the most talked about people on this planet but for all of the wrong reasons. The love that has been shown now is far to late but it is here.
You are at peace now you sweet young soul. I wish I had known you just to show you life can be good.
If you have not read the letter that Leelah left to be read after her death, when she had walked out in front of a truck - please do so now. It is here:... moreIf you have not read the letter that Leelah left to be read after her death, when she had walked out in front of a truck - please do so now. It is here: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2891267/Transgender-teenager-leaves-heartbreaking-suicide-note-blaming-Christian-parents-walking-tractor-trailer-highway.html
Leelah died tormented, lost, unloved (as far as she was concerned), a victim of bias, prejudice and, yes, hatred in her own town, and even in her own own family, of disbelief and arrogance and mis-guided religious principles.
Her "so called " Christian" therapists asked her to look to God for help. They treated her - as far as I can see - as someone tainted, diseased. Not much love there, was there? I know that here on GS, we have a broad spectrum of people some of whom hav a religious belief, and some who have none.
In this situation, it is not important. What is important that here we have a young person so tormented and hurt that she felt she had no... less
I posted a quick homepage post concerning an issue regarding a situation I went through during this holiday season. This post I'll just briefly touch on with my own situation... moreI posted a quick homepage post concerning an issue regarding a situation I went through during this holiday season. This post I'll just briefly touch on with my own situation and rather bring up the major point I was looking into which is the difficulties of perception and change of role that we play amongst our family structure.
As for what happened to me. I had arranged a weekend to be spent with my father and his new wife and her son/my stepbrother. I'd talked about them staying 4 or 5 days and hopefully tying up some loose ends in property dealings with my father. I was thinking just us four together for a few days and hopefully some outings together. They have interacted with me the most of extended family since I started my transition and I feel fairly comfortable around them. Upon them arriving that evening we made our greetings and started talking pleasantries. He informed me he had talked to his brother and was going there (60 miles away)the... less
To all of my current GS friends and to those that I have yet have the good fortune to meet, Happy New Year. Travel safely on all of your journeys. Rachel x
For a website that boasts over 20,000 members, why is it so quiet? You pay for the priveldge to join and use the many features but.... where is everyone? It's very... moreFor a website that boasts over 20,000 members, why is it so quiet? You pay for the priveldge to join and use the many features but.... where is everyone? It's very disappointing to post something in the forum, something that is hard to express as some of us are just coming out of the closet, and barely a response.
I joined another site, free, and have made several new friends. Chat has people on it in the evenings, esp on the weekends. People converse on the forums regularly and are great about suggestions and giving hope. Here, all I hear is the echo of my own voice. :(
Sorry to sound down but, feeling let down by a pay for use site. less
That title may to some have an easy answer but to me it means one thing "We are all human beings" . Just in case any member needs reminding most human beings have feelings. I... moreThat title may to some have an easy answer but to me it means one thing "We are all human beings" . Just in case any member needs reminding most human beings have feelings. I cannot pretend to know what it is like to be a Cross dresser or a Transvestite for the simple reason I am a Transexual woman.
The following was posted by a member on the home page today as a response to a question.
"So called Transvestites a very significant number who are actually in realality merely sexual perverts with major issues who masquerade as us and give us girls a reputation we do not deserve"
I find that statement very disrespectfull to any Transvestites on this website or anywhere. The member who posted it was as usual not showing an image of themself. They also say they are Transsexual.
Being Transsexual in no way makes us any better than any other member of society. It is by no means easy having Gender Dysphoria but from all of the Trans people I have met I have yet to meet a Transvestite that matches the... less
