For My Sisters Who Showed Up for Islan Nettles & OurselvesJanet reflects on the problematic and clumsy vigil of Islan Nettles, a 21-year-old Black trans woman who was murdered in Harlem. read more →
Chelsea Manning’s Battle for Trans Inclusive HealthcareAccess to quality, sensitive, knowledgeable healthcare without bias and stigma is a right for all, including those incarcerated. read more →
Critiquing the New York Times’ Warped Portrait of Trans WomenTrans women of color navigate layers of oppression – none of which are examined and or mentioned in this New York Times feature read more →
Unlearning the ‘Trapped’ Narrative & Taking Ownership of Our BodiesHere’s why it’s problematic to ask a child, or any trans person, “Do you feel trapped in the wrong body?” read more →
Solidarity & Sisterhood: My Journey (So Far) with #GirlsLikeUsJanet explains why she established the hashtag #girlslikeus to empower and connect trans women. read more →