"Trans*cendent"
tran·scend·ent (adjective)
definition: Beyond or above the range of normal or merely physical human experience; surpassing the ordinary; exceptional.
Putting families in connection with resources to help facilitate constructive dialogue with their kids will aid in navigating questions that may come up from other family members, friends, and educators. With an increasing number of resources available to students in schools to guide the process of coming out, parents and families of these individuals may be asking “what’s next?” By rising above, or transcending, society's tendency to reinforce gender binaries and marginalize those who are gender creative, it is possible to create more visibility for and dialogue with everyone regardless of identity.
Use the navigation headings above to explore how everyone can take part in understanding issues facing trans* youth, and how to build a supportive network for all trans*individuals.
tran·scend·ent (adjective)
definition: Beyond or above the range of normal or merely physical human experience; surpassing the ordinary; exceptional.
Putting families in connection with resources to help facilitate constructive dialogue with their kids will aid in navigating questions that may come up from other family members, friends, and educators. With an increasing number of resources available to students in schools to guide the process of coming out, parents and families of these individuals may be asking “what’s next?” By rising above, or transcending, society's tendency to reinforce gender binaries and marginalize those who are gender creative, it is possible to create more visibility for and dialogue with everyone regardless of identity.
Use the navigation headings above to explore how everyone can take part in understanding issues facing trans* youth, and how to build a supportive network for all trans*individuals.