Comfortably Visibly Queer
A study on nonbinary people in Mexico, research on nonbinary postpartum needs, and a nonbinary wrestler starring in a horror film!
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How’s your pride month going? For me, I sometimes find pride a bit stressful. It’s like how I used to think about summer when I was in school, there’s so little time to pack in as much fun as possible.
But, as us queers know, pride month is every month. And regardless of what FOMO would tell me, I’m not missing out. This weekend is the first SLC pride, and I’m absolutely pumped to help out and hang with my community in an accessible space designed for all of us.
Of course, I’ll tell you about the experience next week. I promised you a piece about growing to find styles that make you feel right in both your gender and your body.
But first, as always, the news:
Arts & Culture
Atif Siddiqi Blazes Trail as Tranie Tronic
The multidisciplinary artist talks about growing up as nonbinary in Pakistan, Dhaka, and Bangladesh.
Nonbinary Pro Wrestling Star Max The Impaler to Star in Horror Film ‘Dolly’
I’m so incredibly ready. Trans horror FTW!
Pride and Poetry, According to Emilia Phillips
The nonbinary poet and associate writing professor read from their latest collection and holds a space for other trans poets to read their work.
Bethesda Church Hosts Transgender, Nonbinary Photo Exhibit
Gwen Andersen’s “Becoming Ourselves” exhibit documents trans and nonbinary people will be on display at the Bethesda United Church of Christ this summer.
Out in the Stacks
The new artists in Watson Library’s index, including We are Here: Visionaries of Color Transforming the Art World featuring black and brown queer, nonbinary, and trans artists.
Viral TikTok Of Emma D'Arcy Being Named A Nonbinary Icon Has Fans Sharing The Sweetest Reactions
It’s good to see visibly nonbinary folks getting love.
VINCINT, LEAN | Beaming with Pride
The nonbinary artist talks about their latest single.
15 Queer-Inclusive Middle Grade Summer Camp Books That Will Make You Want S’More!
Including a graphic novel with a nonbinary vampire kid!
8 Books Like Heartstopper Your Teen Will Love
Including two books with nonbinary leads.
17 Famous People Who Identify As Nonbinary Or Genderfluid
David Tennant is a Shining Example of How Parents Should Support Their Trans Children — AGAIN
It’s so nice to see a childhood hero doing right by their nonbinary kids and community.
Legislation & Research
Thai Senate Passes Marriage Equality Bill After Decades of LGBTQ+ Organizing
Huge News from Thailand! The Senate overwhelmingly approved the bill.
Nonbinary People in Mexico
This study presents sociodemographic characteristics, stressors, sexuality, health care, and mental health experiences of nonbinary people in Mexico.
'Empowering Our People': How Arizona's Only Nonbinary Legislator Fights for All Communities
Rep Lorena Austin on their family history and how it drives them to advocacy.
New Study Explores Fears and Barriers for Queer Parents Seeking Help with Postpartum Mental Health
“The study explored postpartum mental health challenges among queer parents, particularly those who have often been invisible, including bisexual, trans, nonbinary, low-income, and young parents, and parents of color.”
Survey Finds Interest in Progestin-Only Pills Among Transgender Populations
Over-the-counter contraception can improve access to trans and nonbinary individuals who encounter multiple access barriers.
DMV issued over 5,000 ‘X’ gender markers in 2 years
Since May 27, 2022 the New York DMV has issued 5,200 genderless IDs.
Empowering Trans and Nonbinary Students Against Sexual Assault
“Sarah Peitzmeier, Micah Hopkins and Charlene Y. Senn describe how an effective sexual assault resistance program for women is being adapted for trans and nonbinary students” at the University of Michigan.
The Medical Field Helping Trans and Nonbinary People Find Their Voice
A deep dive on gender-affirming vocal care and how it can help trans folks find their authentic voice.
Autistics Vote!
A resource guide on voting for autistic folks having trouble approaching it.
Newport Healthcare Renews Partnership with The Trevor Project
Newport Healthcare will continue its partnership for the fourth year to provide treatment resources for LGBTQ youth.
Reykjavík Still a “Young” City
The number of nonbinary people in Reykjavík doubled from 2022 to 2023.
Sports
Nonbinary Checkbox to be Added to Application for Tokyo Marathon
The largest marathon event in Japan will now let nonbinary runners compete in their own category.
Fashion
I'm Nonbinary and Here Are 5 Rules of Shopping in the Men’s Section That Anyone Can Use
Useful practical tips on in-person men’s section shopping from a nonbinary editor! I’m for sure using this to help me find men’s pants.
Good Reads & Essays
How a Disaster Relief WhatsApp Group Became a Lifeline for Puerto Rico’s Transmasculine Community
“For me, [the group chat] has made the process of transitioning easier. I don’t feel so alone because I have a place where I can say things about the transition that only people who are transitioning will understand.”
Dear TV writers: Please Stop Being Weird About Pronouns
A nonbinary editor on the unnecessary awkwardness of some shows when they introduce nonbinary characters.
What Pride Means to Me
An essay from a nonbinary queer person in the UK on how pride has helped them discover themselves over the years.
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