Being black and trans does not come with a golden crown.  Black trans men and women most often face discrimination, transphobia and hatred from their families, friends and colleagues. Therefore allies are needed to embrace, share and uplift the voices and lived experiences of those in the black trans community. Your allied-ship will be of great value in helping us to achieve trans equality.

By joining our program:

• you'll be better equipped to understand issues that are of importance to black transgender people and the black trans community.
• become supportive and a good listener to black trans people.
• gain understanding of terminology and the importance of using correct pronouns.
• hear lived experiences and challenges faced by black transgender people and know your role in supporting such.
• understand the intersectionality of being black & transgender.
• learn when to show up for the black trans community.

'Join our Black Trans Community Ally Program to show your support of black trans people and help to end ignorance surrounding transgender issues'

I am ready to become an ally!

Sometimes you may get it wrong and that's ok as you continue to educate yourself. It's important that in your ally-ship that you are always respectful, do your best and keep moving us forward.

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