Rainbow Masterlist > General Resources > Transgender Resources (English)
Notes about this Masterlist
- English is spelled using the Oxford Style, the international standard for spelling English.
- There may be some overlap between information provided in resources.
- Due to some people being uncomfortable with the term queer (Highlight to view) and how a lot of intersex people do not consider themselves to be part of the LGBT+ community, the abbreviation LGBT+ is used. No alterations are made in the resource names if they use abbreviations containing these words, however.
- The term "Bi+" is used for anybody who identifies with any non-monosexual/romantic label (e.g. bi, pan, omni, etc.)
Symbol Guide
- β οΈ Material contains discussion related to genitals and/or sexual acts.
- π© Material contains discussion of abuse and/or assault.
- π PDF Document
- π Has fill-in-the-blanks or answer sheets
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- General Resources and Information
- Communities, Groups, and Directories
- Safety Resources
- Questioning Resources
- How to Decide on a Name
- Coming Out Guides
- Transitioning in School or the Workplace
- Presentation and Passing
- Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Surgeries
- Reproductive Health
- Short-Term and Long-Term Health
- Travel
- Finances and Employment
General Resources and Information
Recommended
- Transgender 101 for Trans People
- Transgender Map β Name Change Checklist
- Transgender 101
- Transgender FAQ
- Answers to your Questions about Transgender People, Gender Identity and Gender Expression π
- Gay and Lesbian Transgender People
- Non-Binary Gender Identities: Fact Sheet π
- Transgender People and Faith
- GATE: Trans, Gender Diverse and Intersex Advocacy in Action
- WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health)
- Gender GP: International online gender clinic. (Somewhat costly)
Communities, Groups, and Directories
Recommended
- Transgender Pulse: International organization for the transgender community, hosting a forum site, extensive information regarding transitioning, and a database of resources.
- Trans Mentors: International trans advocacy group.
- Trans Lash
- Gender Spectrum Lounge
- FTM International
- Transgender Support Groups Around the World: Currently has a database of transgender supports groups in US, Canada, Australia, and Western Europe.
Questioning Resources
- How Do I Know if I'm Trans?
- Questioning Readers
- I Think I Might Be Transgender (Note: This PDF is graphic-heavy. It may take some time to load.) π
- I'm Muslim And My Gender Doesn't Fit Me
How to Decide on a Name
- Guide to Deciding on a Name
- Behind the Name: Lists name meanings, names for different countries and languages, and the capability to make lists. (Recommended)
- Baby Name Wizard β Advanced Name Finder: Allows you to set parameters for names.
- BabyCentre β Popular Names by Year: Look up the popular names from the year you born. (Primarily for those living in English-speaking countries)
- Nymbler: Simple website that allows you to input βinspirationβ names and receive similar names as an output.
- Quick Name Generator
Coming Out Guides
- General Coming Out Guide π (Recommended)
- Coming Out as Transgender: A basic guide.
- Gender Sanity β Coming Out Letters
- Coming Out Trans Workbook: Faith-friendly resource for coming out as transgender. π π
- Coming Out Guide for Young Trans People π
- Coming Out for Young Trans People
- Coming Out as Trans to Your Friends and Family π
- Coming Out to Your Parents
- Coming Out at Work
Transitioning in School or the Workplace
- Guide for Trans People Transitioning in School
- Transitioning Genders in the Workplace: A Guide
- Gender Sanity: Assists with all aspects of transition in the workplace.
Presentation and Passing
- General
- All Purpose Presentation Guide
- Clothing and Accessories
- Movement and Gender
- Trans Voice Lessons (Not Free)
- Resources for Voice Training
- A Short Guide to Vocalization
- Feminine Presentation
- En Femme: Clothing store specifically for trans women and transfeminine individuals.
- GirlSkill: Femininity coaching service.
- 7 Voice Feminization Coaching Tips
- 5 Voice Feminization Mistakes to Avoid
- How to Completely Feminize Your Voice
- Voice Tutor
- Create a Feminine Face β Make Up 101
- Trans Women Hairstyle Guide: Tips and Inspiration
- Hairstyle Mistakes
- How to Feminize Broad Shoulders
- How to Afford a Gender Transition on 30k / Year (US-Centric)
- Safer Tucking π β οΈ
- How to Overcome Envy and Comparison
- Masculine Presentation
- How to Talk with a Deeper Voice
- FTM Voice Training
- Best Tips for Transgender FtM Voice Transformation
- Voice Training Exercises
- Short Men's Haircuts and Barber Shop Haircuts
- Stonewall Columbus β Safe Binding Pamphlet π
- Safer Binding π
- Health Consequences of Chest Binding
- Swimming and Locker Rooms for Trans Men
- Men's Image Consulting
- Androgynous Presentation
Hormone Replacement Therapy
- General
- A Guide to Hormone Therapy for Trans People π
- HRT Guide 101
- Information Accuracy and Risks of HRT
- Puberty Blockers
- Estrogen / Feminization
- Mayo Clinic β About Feminizing Hormone Therapy
- A Guide to Feminizing Hormones π
- Hormones β A Guide for MTFs: Comprehensive document detailing the types of medication taken for estrogen, the effects and time lapses, and common experiences with taking them. π
- Information on Estrogen Hormone Therapy
- Testosterone / Masculinization
- Mayo Clinic β About Masculinizing Hormone Therapy
- A Guide to Masculinizing Hormones π
- Hormones β A Guide for FTMs π
- Information on Testosterone Hormone Therapy
- Masculinization Therapy (Google Docs Link)
- Testosterone Therapy Basics
- What Happens on Your First Year of Testosterone
- Nonbinary Individuals
Surgeries
- General
- Trans Healthcare: International database of gender-affirming surgeons.
- Surgery Prep and FAQs
- Non-Binary Options for Bottom Surgery
- Feminizing Surgeries
- Surgery β A Guide for MTFs π
- Facial Feminization Surgeries Directory with pages that discuss specific parts of the face (e.g. forehead, jaw, nose, etc.) and procedures related to FFS.
- The Facts About FFS
- Voice Feminization Surgery
- Top Feminizing Surgeries: Directory of pages that discuss breast augmentation, body contouring, and liposuction.
- A Guide to Lower Surgery for Trans Women / Trans Feminine Individuals π β οΈ
- Bottom Feminizing Surgeries: Directory of pages that detail orchiectomies, vaginoplasties, vulvoplasties, and labiaplasties, in addition to hip, thigh, and buttock augmentations. β οΈ
- Masculinizing Surgeries
- Surgery β A Guide for FTMs π
- Facial Masculinization Surgery
- Voice Masculinization Surgery
- Top Masculinization Surgery
- FTM Top Surgery: What You Can Expect
- Bottom Masculinizing Surgeries: Directory of pages that detail hysterectomies, salpingectomies, oophorectomies, vaginectomies, phalloplasties, and metoidioplasties, in addition to leg augmentations and liposuction. β οΈ
- A Guide to Lower Surgery for Trans Men / Trans Masculine Individuals π β οΈ
Reproductive Health β οΈ
- General
- Birth Control Across the Gender Spectrum π
- Reproductive Options for Trans People π
- Safer Sex for Trans Bodies: A guide to sex for transgender people and helpful tips for partners of trans people. π
- 8 Best Practices for HIV Prevention Among Trans People
- Fertility and You
- Trans Women and Transfeminine Individuals
- Trans Men and Transmasculine Individuals
Short-Term and Long-Term Health
- General
- Health Concerns for Transgender People
- I β€ My Chest: A Chest Health Resource for Trans* Folk π β οΈ
- Transgender Bone Health β Highlights
- Trans People and Cancer π
- Trans People and Diabetes π
- Trans People and Cardiovascular Disease π
- Trans People and Osteoporosis π
- Trans People, Weight, and Health π
- Trans Women and Transfeminine Individuals
- Terrence Higgins Trust β Trans Health and Trans Women π β οΈ
- Trans Men and Transmasculine Individuals
- Terrence Higgins Trust β Trans Health and Trans Men π β οΈ
- Testosterone Therapy and General Health
Finances and Employment
- The Transgender Job Bank: International database of trans-friendly employers and job opportunities.