The Transgender Experience: Myths, Challenges and How to be an Ally

Summary: What's does it mean to be "transgender"? What are the challenges associated with that experience, and how can we have healthy, supportive relationships with people who identify as Transgender? Devi speaks with gender activist Corey Keith about the transgender experience, challenges, myths, and how to be a supportive ally. Find out: * What "gender" actually is * What it means to be trans & the transition process * The challenges for those connected to transgender folks * How to be an ally * Spiritual connection * Medical supports/ challenges * Growing up Trans * Oppression of Trans folks Call in with questions! Corey Keith, as a member of the trans and queer community, has been working with sexual and gender diversity issues since 2006. Corey co-founded Central Alberta Rainbow Youth in 2006, co-founded the successful Vancouver Trans Forum in 2010, and presently coordinator of Spectra Services. Corey has also taught two Social Work and several online courses. Recently co-published in the British Journal of Nursing. Corey has a Bachelors of Social Work, a Prof. Counselling Diploma, and a Masters of Ed.