Why is this training relevant to me?
Why is this important?
Trans people are not new. Trans identities have been recognised by different cultures and societies around the world. This includes Native American, Indian, and Mexican history that recognises third or more genders. Countries such as Iceland, the US, Canada and India already legally recognise third genders, by including them in birth certificates and ID documents.
More recently, there has been a growth in the visibility of trans and non-binary people. It is important to note this does not mean there is an increase in the number of trans and non-binary people. Rather, it is because there is a higher number of trans and non-binary people that are open about their gender.
The world is still a dangerous place for trans people, but some things have made it safer. For instance, an increase in celebrities being open about their gender. Social media platforms have provided users with the ability to display their pronouns. Many organisations now have specific policies or guidance to provide tailored support for trans people.
There is also an increase of trans people from younger generations that are open about their gender. This means that there is also a higher likelihood that the people joining our University community will be openly trans. Thus, we must establish an inclusive workplace and learning culture to ensure trans people are free from harassment, discrimination, or prejudice. Doing so also makes it safer for trans and non-binary people to be open about their gender.
Why is this relevant to me and my work?
Content Warning: Statistics of Transphobia.
We all have a part to play in creating inclusive spaces and cultures for the betterment of trans people. Select the arrow below to view statistics about trans people’s experience at university and in the workplace:
1 in 7 trans university students have considered dropping out, or have dropped out, of university because of experiencing harassment or discrimination from students and staff.
(Stonewall, 2018)
50% of trans or non-binary people have hidden, or disguised, the fact that they are trans at work because they were afraid of discrimination.
(Stonewall, 2018)
3 in 10 trans people have experienced transphobia at work, and almost 27% of respondents have experienced transphobia from a work colleague.
(Galop, 2020)
Only 1 in 5 trans students feel completely safe on UK campuses.
(NUS, 2014)
There was a 59% increase in transphobic hate crimes in the UK from 2016-17 to 2020-21.
(VICE, 2022)
Quiz
#1. Why has there been a growth in the visibility of trans people? (Please select the three correct answers).
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