Op-Ed: When Art Collides With Identity: An Introspective Examination
Identity. Art. Discovery. By: Joey Phoenix*/Guest Columnist— I didn’t know I was an artist, but I knew I wasn’t straight. When I was eleven and…
Our Voices
Ask A Trans Woman: Importance Of Face-To-Face Interactions
By: Lorelei Erisis*/TRT Columnist— I recently received this question from an old friend of mine. Community. It’s incredibly important. But then, I doubt I need…
Faith, God & Family: Notre-Dame; If You’re Handed Lemons, Make Gay Lemonade
By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— Like many throughout the world, I’ve made a pilgrimage to Notre-Dame Cathedral. Several years ago, I attended Sunday Mass and…
How To Avoid Misgendering & What To Do If You Already Have
By: Lorelei Erisis*/TRT Columnist– I recently received this question from an old friend of mine: “I fear misgendering people that I don’t personally already know…
Faith, God & Family: Be One Of The Creator’s Prophets, Be True To Your Creation
By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— It’s not a burden anyone wants. The Giver of Life designates persons, known or not, with a special kind of…
Possible Depression Issues That I Ignored During My Transition
By: Deja Nicole Greenlaw*/ TRT Columnist I was surfing the Internet the other day looking for information on depression and I found a short video,…
Letter To The Editor: SpeakOUT Boston On The Advantages Of Comprehensive Sex Education
By: Ellyn Ruthstrom*— Dear Editor, It was wonderful to be among the hundreds of organizations and individuals converging on the Massachusetts State House during Sexual…
Writing & Reflection: Fighting Depression By Putting Pen To Paper
By: Mike Givens/TRT Assistant Editor— I often struggle with how much of myself I should let leak into my columns. Part of me wants to…
Trump’s Trans Military Ban: Why We Need To Resist, Why I Dislike Doing So
Fighting or not as the trans military ban unfolds By: Lorelei Erisis*/TRT Columnist— I have an admission to make. The Supreme Court’s recent decision upholding…
Do You Have A Transgender Valentine? Are They Are Worthy Of Being Your Partner?
By: Deja Nicole Greenlaw*/ TRT Columnist— I was browsing through Facebook the other day and I saw a meme, “Telling a man you already have…
Gift Of Love For Valentine’s To Combat Hate, Ignorance
Love and Inspiration from others used as a recipe to combat hate Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— Happy Valentine’s Day hopeless romantics! If you’re still seeking…
LGBTQs & Women Hit Record Numbers In The 116th Congress
By: Nicole Lashomb*/Editor-in-Chief— Earlier this month, the social media stratosphere flooded with images and sentiment of hope and change, a change created at the polls…
Coming Out To Your Kids In Midlife
How to navigate tough conversations and a new family model By: Phyllis L. Cohen* When the parents of Natalie Perry and her sister sat their girls…
What Is Your Transgender Narrative? A Personal Look & Reflection Of Mine
By: Deja Nicole Greenlaw*/TRT Columnist— In November 2018, Andrea Chu, a transgender woman, wrote an opinion in the New York Times, which stirred a lot…
Ask A Trans Woman: Thoughts From A Gender-Affirming Vacation In Florida
By: Lorelei Erisis*/TRT Columnist— This column isn’t about anything, necessarily or rather, I’m not trying to make a particular point. Anyway, part of this whole…
Faith, God & Family: Getting To Know All About You
By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Faith Columnist– Sometimes I wake in the morning with a song in my head. There’s usually a reason for it. On…
Ask A Trans Woman: I am Trans And I’m Actually Really Happy About It
Being Trans is synonymous with happiness to me, most of the time By: Lorelei Erisis*/TRT Columnist— For the last few months, with everything going on…
The Holiday Season Is Upon Us! – Tis The Season To Perhaps Be Civil?
Holiday Season or not, trying to get along is the most important thing to do By: Deja Nicole Greenlaw*/ TRT Columnist— Yes, it’s December and…
Faith, God &Family: You Are Light, Even If You Experience Depression
By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Faith Columnist— Many experience loneliness and isolation, especially this time of year. Sometimes unhealthy self-medication is used like drugs, food, or…
Faith, God & Family: Celebrating Matthew Shepard’s Life & Giving His Death Meaning
By: Paul P. Jesep*/TRT Columnist— Matthew Shepard was brutally taken from his family and friends over twenty years ago. The world also lost a gentle,…
Transgender Day Of Remembrance: Please Attend A TDoR In Your Area
By: Deja Nicole Greenlaw*/ TRT Columnist— This November 20th will be the 20th Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR). The TDoR was started by Gwen Smith…
Ask A Trans Woman: The Next Step—We The People, Re-United As One
By: Lorelei Erisis*/TRT Columnist— It’s one of the quirks of working for a monthly paper that often I need to step outside the constantly churning,…
Trans Community Members Talk #WontBeErased Meaning & Message
Laila Ireland, 32, She/Her/Hers Retired Army Veteran, TransMilitary Advocate/LGBT Activist Colorado, USA We are currently at the forefront of the fight for equality, for the…