St. Paul Police’s Policy on Treatment of Transgender, Gender-nonconforming People

From the StarTribune The St. Paul Police Department is joining a national movement by drafting its first policy dedicated to the treatment of transgender and gender-nonconforming people. The department released the draft version Tuesday and called a public meeting to help shape a final policy it hopes will be adopted later this year. “People of … Continue reading St. Paul Police’s Policy on Treatment of Transgender, Gender-nonconforming People

A Visit to La Femme Mystique!

I never imagined that I would live in a city with not one, but two gender transformation studios.  In addition to Femme Makeovers, our fine city also has the fabulously Rebecca, owner of La Femme Mystique!  Even more impressive than a city with two gender transformation studios is hearing that Rebecca has been in business … Continue reading A Visit to La Femme Mystique!

As Transgender People Seek Change, Hospital Doors Open

From a recent article on MPR: Grayson began his transition from female to male in 2016, first by dressing and living as a boy and then by legally changing his gender identification and his name from Grace to Grayson. MPR News is not using Grayson's last name to protect his privacy. He and Mayo, though, … Continue reading As Transgender People Seek Change, Hospital Doors Open

Twin Cities Largest LGBTQ-owned Businesses

In celebration of Twin Cities Pride kicking off this weekend, The Minneapolis/St. Paul Journal listed the largest LGBTQ-owned businesses in the Twin Cities, as ranked by the number of employees.  I believe in supporting businesses owned by our community.  If you're looking for LGBTQIA friendly businesses, this list is a good place to start. Local … Continue reading Twin Cities Largest LGBTQ-owned Businesses

Trans Like Me

According to publisher Seal Press,  Trans Like Me by CN Lester, is a personal and culture-driven exploration of the most pressing questions facing the transgender community today, from a leading activist, musician, and academic. In Trans Like Me, CN Lester takes readers on a measured, thoughtful, intelligent yet approachable tour through the most important and … Continue reading Trans Like Me