What questions do you have about gender identity?
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It's Transgender Awareness Week! At Planned Parenthood, we celebrate our trans and nonbinary family and friends every day. Everyone deserves to feel worthy and to exist in the world as their most authentic selves. And we know the gender‑affirming health services, which are provided by many Planned Parenthood health centers, are essential, lifesaving care.

We also know that educating ourselves is an important step toward understanding and inclusion.

Here are four things you should know about gender identity and health care, as well as some helpful resources for you or a loved one who might have questions.
What is gender identity?

Gender identity describes how a person experiences their own gender — whether they feel like a man, woman, genderqueer, agender, nonbinary, or another identity. Remember: There's no right or wrong way to express gender identity — no single way to look or act like a woman, man, or nonbinary person. Learn more about transgender and non‑binary identities »
What is gender‑affirming care?

The short answer is: It's different for everyone. Gender‑affirming care is patient-centered and individual as a way to align outward, physical traits with someone's gender identity. It can include anything from hormone treatment to voice therapy, surgery to social support. And not all trans and nonbinary people need or want the same care. More information about transitioning can be found here »
Why is gender‑affirming care essential health care?

All major medical associations agree that age-appropriate, gender affirming care for transgender and nonbinary people is evidence‑based and medically necessary. Studies have shown that trans and nonbinary people who have access to gender‑affirming care experience significantly lower rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. Learn more about trans and non‑binary health care »
Why is it hard for trans and nonbinary people to get care?

Some lawmakers want to control the lives and decisions of LGBTQ+ people; like abortion, many states and organizations are actively working to ban transgender and nonbinary people from getting the gender‑affirming care they need. While some states are trying to expand access to gender‑affirming care, it's not enough to meet the needs of trans and nonbinary people right now.

So far in 2023 alone, politicians in nearly 40 states have introduced anti-trans health care legislation.
What is Planned Parenthood doing to support trans and nonbinary people?

All Planned Parenthood health centers proudly serve people of all genders and gender expressions. They also provide STI testing and treatment, birth control, wellness exams, and other sexual and reproductive health services. Nearly 70% of Planned Parenthood health centers also offer gender‑affirming hormone treatment. Planned Parenthood is here to help and support you on your journey. Find your nearest Planned Parenthood health center »
 
More questions? Here are some additional resources:

Trans, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming people deserve access to safe, inclusive health care, always.

Planned Parenthood is working each day to be a place where people of all genders can receive the care and education they deserve: high‑quality, compassionate, and affirming. Trans and nonbinary people are Planned Parenthood patients, staff, and supporters, and we are proud to be here — providing care and education, and showing up for our trans and nonbinary family and friends.

Your support for Planned Parenthood helps make gender‑affirming care happen. Thank you.

Sincerely,


Jacqueline Ayers, Senior Vice President of Policy, Campaigns, Advocacy
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
 
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