Gender-affirming surgery, like breast reduction or removal, and hormone therapy are now banned for transgender minors in Utah. This week, we hear from a 17-year-old trans boy and his mom about their journey, and what this law could mean for the generations of trans kids after him.
A note to listeners: this episode discusses suicide, self-harm and gender dysphoria. If you or someone you know needs help, call the national suicide prevention lifeline at 9-8-8 or the LGBT crisis hotline at 888-843-4564.
Guests:
- Chris, a transgender 17-year-old boy
- Catt, Chris’s mom
Resources:
- The Trevor Project
- World Professional Association for Transgender Health
- University of Utah Transgender Health Program
- Transgender Law Center
- Trans Youth Equality
Recommended Reading and Listening:
- Utah Legislature approves ban on gender-affirming care for minors
- Ban on gender-affirming care for minors passes Utah House, heads back to Senate
- Utah Senate approves controversial transgender youth bills
- Utah lawmakers could move to ban gender-affirming surgery for trans youth in 2023
- Judge puts Utah’s transgender sports ban on hold
- June is meant to celebrate Pride but it also brings a spike in hate crimes to Utah