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BT IS GETTING MARRIED
You read that right! BT,a founding member of Trans(forming),IS GETTING MARRIEDto his fiancé Valarie!
There will be 2 celebrations on the following dates:
1. May 24th: a public sober celebration for our substance free and vegan-vegetarian family (open to partners and allies)2. May 25th: A private southern bachelor party turn up for the books
*** These events will serve as Trans(forming)'s May meeting***
Stay tuned for more info!
Thank you Dr. Foote!
Our April meeting with Dr. Foote was one for the books. She took us to school on everything! We deeply appreciate her time and highly recommend her as a community resource. She is a specialist in the areas of urethra, UTI, and orchiectomy! Check out her official websiteto learn more and get in contact with her!
This Month's Did You Know...
Trans(forming) is membership based organization.
We ask that folks:
We ask that folks:
- Pay membership dues of $30 yearly. ($15 for youth and low income)
- Attend a minimum of 4 Trans(forming) events a year
Trump Administration Clears Medical Providers to Deny LGBTQ+ People Lifesaving Care
Medical providers can now refuse to treat LGBTQ+ individuals due to their "religious beliefs".
The Trump administration has continued the onslaught of attacks against trans folks by the adoption of this policy. It was reported that 1 in 5 trans or gender non-conforming people have been refused care due to their gender identity or expression prior to the passing of this policy, and we now expect these numbers to rise. While this is a serious blow, we still have some resources on our side.
Below is a list of online medical directories of doctors who claim to be safe for LGBTQ+ patients. Click on the words to take you to the pages because they are hyperlinked!
*** It is important to note that these websites may not be screening doctors. Additionally, some doctors may overestimate how safe they are for LGBTQ+ communities. We encourage you to do a bit of research on your own, but these directories are a good start.***
Our trusted allies in Atlanta are Dr. Foote (urology) and Dr. Smiddy (endocrinology, hormone doctor/internal medicine)
MOREHOUSE COLLEGE TO ADMIT TRANS MEN IN 2020
(but don't clap too soon)
Trans and gender non-conforming alumni of the college are mostly rallying against this policy. They deserve our support.
The main argument:
The policy will exclude anyone who does not fully conform to manhood and will allow Morehouse administration to use gender policing to target students for de-enrollment.
Notable alumni, like award winning Black LGBTQ+ researcher Jafari Allen, have went as far as penning public letters to the college president that Trans(forming) strongly encourages you all to read.
Some may argue that Morehouse is a men's college so only men should be there. However, we cannot forget that Morehouse enacted an exclusionary dress code policyin 2009 banning men from wearing "feminine garments".
It would be no surprise if Morehouse discriminates against trans men who apply by requiring they have certain surgeries, physiques, and gender expression before matriculation. It should be understood that gender policing in any form is anti-trans.
Morehouse alumni make it clear that trans men will not be safe on this campus as is.
We should listen to students who have survived Morehouse and continue to hold the institution accountable to ensure trans men who may decide to attend the institution can thrive in a safe environment.
The Trans Visibility March on DC will now be on Saturday September 28th.
Trans(forming) urges you to join us in DC on at this time. We will march in support of equal rights and inclusion for our community. March with us to demand justice for our siblings whose lives were taken through senseless murders and negatively impacted by discrimination. More updates coming soon, but you can find more information here.
A CALL TO ACTION
Atrans-masculine student at Pitzer College, Victor Bene (they/them pronouns), received death threats via email due to their Black and trans identity. Administration has responded by banning them from campus. Please sign this petition to help them graduate.
Victor reached out and asked for assistance applying pressure to the institution to hold them accountable for their inaction. They are specifically calling for the resignation of the dean of students, Sandra Vasquez, as she sent Victor even more threatening emails while there were active threats against their life.
It is unacceptable what young black trans people have to go through to receive their education. Please support this student by signing the petition, emailing, and calling for Sandra Vasquez to be held accountable for her inaction. Young trans scholars of color are our future and we must support them at all costs.
Victor reached out and asked for assistance applying pressure to the institution to hold them accountable for their inaction. They are specifically calling for the resignation of the dean of students, Sandra Vasquez, as she sent Victor even more threatening emails while there were active threats against their life.
It is unacceptable what young black trans people have to go through to receive their education. Please support this student by signing the petition, emailing, and calling for Sandra Vasquez to be held accountable for her inaction. Young trans scholars of color are our future and we must support them at all costs.
APRIL MEETING Q&A W/ DR. FOOTE THIS SATURDAY
APRIL 13TH AT 3PM
LOCATION TBA
RSVP by:
- Selecting the "Going" option in our event in our private Trans(forming) group
- Emailing info@trans-forming.org
- Texting RSVP to 267-423-6160 with your name
Dr. Foote, a urologist who has served the trans community for many years in the areas of urethra, UTI, and orchiectomy, has agreed to have a community question and answer session with us. Come with your questions and do not miss out! This event will be open to all who fall under the trans umbrella along with their close supporters. This conversation will serve as our April meeting.
More about Dr. Foote:
Vice president of Midtown Urology Dr. Jenelle Foote is certified in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery and a fellow of the American College of Surgery. Dr. Foote has been recognized for her medical achievements both locally and nationally. She was named one of Atlanta Magazine's Best Docs and was featured in Women in Medicine magazine. Dr. Foote's peers also selected her as an outstanding practicing doctor in Atlanta Super Doctors, and Black Health Magazine nominated her at the 2012 National Black Health Award Banquet as one of Atlanta’s most influential African American doctors. Originally from Ohio, Dr. Foote went to Philadelphia to receive her medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine. Dr. Foote remained in Philadelphia to complete her surgical residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center. She then relocated to Denver, Colorado to complete her training in urology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. Dr. Foote finished her fellowship in female urology, incontinence, and reconstructive surgery at Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles. Dr. Foote is a member of several professional associations and societies including the Society for Urodynamics and Female Urology, and the Society of Women in Urology. Dr. Foote is also a diplomat of the American Board of Urology. Besides patient care, Dr. Foote is actively involved in clinical research as the principal investigator at Midtown Urology and regularly speaks at professional and public events. As a passionate physician in her field, Dr. Foote enjoys sharing her experience and knowledge with students and is a clinical assistant professor at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta.
More about Dr. Foote:
Vice president of Midtown Urology Dr. Jenelle Foote is certified in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery and a fellow of the American College of Surgery. Dr. Foote has been recognized for her medical achievements both locally and nationally. She was named one of Atlanta Magazine's Best Docs and was featured in Women in Medicine magazine. Dr. Foote's peers also selected her as an outstanding practicing doctor in Atlanta Super Doctors, and Black Health Magazine nominated her at the 2012 National Black Health Award Banquet as one of Atlanta’s most influential African American doctors. Originally from Ohio, Dr. Foote went to Philadelphia to receive her medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine. Dr. Foote remained in Philadelphia to complete her surgical residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center. She then relocated to Denver, Colorado to complete her training in urology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. Dr. Foote finished her fellowship in female urology, incontinence, and reconstructive surgery at Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles. Dr. Foote is a member of several professional associations and societies including the Society for Urodynamics and Female Urology, and the Society of Women in Urology. Dr. Foote is also a diplomat of the American Board of Urology. Besides patient care, Dr. Foote is actively involved in clinical research as the principal investigator at Midtown Urology and regularly speaks at professional and public events. As a passionate physician in her field, Dr. Foote enjoys sharing her experience and knowledge with students and is a clinical assistant professor at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta.
Don't miss out! Trans(forming) helps all trans and GNC folks fill out name change paperwork and pay for name change application filling. This is the last week to email Trans(forming) if you are interested in our name change services! To get connected, email BT at BT@trans-forming.org with Name Change as the subject line.
Trans(forming) helps all trans and GNC folks fill out passport paperwork and pay for passport application filling. Next week Friday, December 14th is our last passport clinic. To RSVP for this event, email BT at BT@trans-forming.org with Passport Clinic as the subject line as there are limited slots.
We are approaching the end of the year and wanted to remind you that Trans(forming) is still accepting donations and giving to us is tax-deductible! We are one of few black trans-led organizations throwing down for our people and your support makes a huge impact. You can continue to support us by giving via:
Cash App: $Transforming
Check: Mail to
2861 East Point Street
East Point, GA 30344
Happy holidays!!!
Thank you to everyone who came to turn up with Trans(forming), Women on the Rise, La Gender, Racial Justice Action Center, and Solutions not Punishment! It was a night to remember!
Thank you for everyone for supporting Trans(forming) this past giving Tuesday! Whether you got a laugh out of our social media campaign, gave funds, or shared our donation link with friends, we appreciate your membership!
In case you missed it, it is still not too late to give! We are accepting donations at $Transforming on cash app! Checks can also be mailed to
2861 East Point St
East Point, GA 30344
East Point, GA 30344
Prison Project
Trans(forming) is proud to present our prison project. As many of us know trans men, intersex, gender non-conforming people of color, assigned female at birth (including those who ID as male/ man) and those who are questioning are often targeted by law enforcement. Many are misgendered, mistreated and have little access to transitional needs while incarcerated. We have made contact with our local prisons and are connecting with as many trans men, intersex, gender non-conforming people assigned female at birth (including those who ID as male/ man) and those who are questioning.
Let Your Voice Be Heard
Hello All,
Trans(forming) has created a poll so that we can get better at doing what we do best. All suggestions will be considered. Please do your best to be as clear as possible. Partners are welcome to share their views in this poll. We thank you for your time. We look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting. The subject will be announced soon, so stay tuned.
-Trans(forming)
Hello All,
Trans(forming) has created a poll so that we can get better at doing what we do best. All suggestions will be considered. Please do your best to be as clear as possible. Partners are welcome to share their views in this poll. We thank you for your time. We look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting. The subject will be announced soon, so stay tuned.
-Trans(forming)
Today marks 50 years since Dr. Martin Luther King Junior was assassinated on April 4, 1968 in Memphis Tennessee just after 6pm. We choose not to focus solely on his death but on his triumphs as well. Please enjoy this recording of his acceptance speech for his Nobel Peace Prize (October 14, 1964-Oslo, Norway). While many focus strictly on Dr.King's "I Have A Dream" speech there are many more to enjoy for free. You will find audio and video of some of his letters and 30+ speeches. Please take some time to enjoy more of his brilliance.
Happy 11 years Of Making A Difference! We hope to have many more.
To celebrate our 11 years of service we are asking for donations. Remember, giving to us is tax-deductible!
We are one of few black trans-led organizations throwing down for our people and your support makes a huge impact.
Checks: Address to Transforming and mail to
2861 East Point Street
East Point, GA 30344
Community First
We believe in helping our members from the community achieve their transitional goals
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Donations Welcomed
Our organization is member based, so we could always use an extra hand helping those in need