Understanding transgender identity requires examining how it is viewed and treated across different cultures and legal systems. While the core concept of being transgender—identifying with a gender different from the sex assigned at birth—remains consistent, interpretations and social acceptance can vary greatly. This discussion is particularly relevant in the context of global events such as…
In the state of Arizona, people face big problems. Healthcare, school, and money are tough for many. People of different races and backgrounds don’t get the same chances. Along the border, migrants struggle. Groups like Indigenous, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ folks have unique struggles too. In cities, not everyone has enough food or good health. But…
Background Over the past two years, 25 US states have introduced bills aimed at restricting access to gender-affirming medical care for minors, with some already enacted into law. These bills claim to protect trans youth but actually undermine their healthcare choices, parental rights, and physicians’ ability to provide necessary care. Major medical societies oppose these…