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How to support someone who's come out to you
When someone shares their gender identity with you, they're showing tremendous trust—here's how to be the ally they need.
Open letter to GRC panel members on assessment process
Helen addresses the Gender Recognition Certificate panel about the purpose and impact of their decision-making on trans people's lives.
Judicial decisions shape precedent across the legal system
An open letter to judges whose rulings establish case law that influences courtrooms for years to come.
Letter to parents navigating their child's gender identity
Helen Webberley offers reassurance and practical guidance to parents supporting children questioning their gender identity at school.
Regulators must support healthcare professionals in gender care
Helen calls on the GMC, NMC, and HCPC to provide clearer guidance and protection for professionals delivering evidence-based gender-affirming care.
Teachers need to champion trans pupils in their care
An open letter to educators about the vital role they play in supporting transgender students.
GPs should say yes to shared care letters from specialists
When a gender specialist writes to a GP proposing shared care, it represents a practical and professional arrangement that deserves acceptance and engagement.
Can men get pregnant? The biological answer explained
Pregnancy requires a uterus and ovaries. People with these organs are women or non-binary, regardless of how they identify or what their sex assigned at birth…
What the BBC owes its audience on transgender issues
Dr Webberley reflects on broadcaster responsibility when covering transgender rights and what trans people deserve from public service media.
Council of Europe bans conversion practices. What comes next?
A landmark ban on conversion practices is welcome, but we need to recognise the hidden forms of therapy that still attempt to change people's gender identity…
Medical ethics experts reject bans on trans healthcare
Seven medical ethicists explain why restricting access to gender-affirming care contradicts core ethical principles and professional guidance.
Understanding the legal ruling on gender-affirming surgery
A jury verdict on gender surgery raises important questions about medical process and informed consent, distinct from whether the care itself is effective.