Gender and Family Project

02/11/2026

It's black history month, and so our writer S. Baum decided to cover black trans people you may not hear about in your history classes.

Go read their latest piece, and don't forget to subscribe to support our journalism.

02/09/2026

‼️ Warning! We encourage vetting studies before sharing personal information.

SAFETY WARNING!!!

A study called "Adolescent and Young Adult Gender Dysphoria Outcomes Study or AYAGDOS" is currently recruiting transgender youth and young adults. Multiple trans-led organizations and advocates are urging families not to participate, due to serious concerns about the researchers involved and how this data may be used to undermine gender-affirming care.

This is not a neutral or harmless study.

A link to a longer piece explaining what’s going on, who’s behind it, and why families should be cautious before participating in any trans-related research is in the comments.

Please share so families can make informed, protective decisions for their kids. 🏳️‍⚧️

02/09/2026

Good News! 🎉🏳️‍⚧️

In a huge win, a Maryland school district can still require staff to use trans students’ personal pronouns! Last week, the Fourth Circuit rejected a First Amendment challenge from a Christian substitute teacher who argued the policy violated her free speech and religious rights.

Full Article: www.them.us/story/story/federal-court-rules-trans-students-pronouns-does-not-violate-first-amendment

Federal Court Rules Requiring Use of Trans Student’s Pronouns Does Not Violate First Amendment
https://them.visitlink.me/rA0jtv

02/06/2026

02/02/2026

We honor our elders to protect our young.
We learn from our past to fight for our futures.

Q***r & Transgender Black communities have led, shaped, and contributed to movements throughout history, pushing for liberation and human rights across many identities. Learn more about both Black LGBTQ+ history through LGBT History, Trans Slash Media, NYC LGBT Historic Sites Project, and more.

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Art by cozcon

01/30/2026

Are you or someone you know seeking an affirming space to connect with other families of transgender and gender expansive youth?

Here are two opportunities!

🩷 Ackerman Institute for the Family's Gender & Family Project (GFP) offers a monthly Virtual Caregiver Group facilitated by mental health professionals and available to parents & guardians with transgender and gender expansive youth. The virtual space is available to families across the United States and to English-speaking international families. Payment is on a sliding scale; no family will be turned away due to lack of funds.

Fill out the interest form and join as early as March: form.jotform.com/252234283562051

🩷 Missouri folks, check out Amplify the Arch , a Conference BY and FOR Q***r Youth on Sunday, February 8th in St. Louis, MS. Hosted by Fourth City Sisters, Abbey of the Glittering Arch , the event will offer art, information, workshops, community, and drag!

Learn more: fourthcitysisters.org/amplify-the-arch/

01/26/2026

Protect Q***r and Trans Immigrants 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Q***r and transgender immigrants face unique challenges, navigating legal hurdles couched in both transphobia and xenophobia.

For support in NYC, check out Make the Road New York, Sylvia Rivera Law Project (SRLP) , Translatina Network, and Trans Asylias. Comment below with more resources 💪

🎨by Megemiko Art

01/20/2026

📣 THURSDAY!

More info: https://genderandfamilyproject.org/support-groups

🌟 JANUARY VIRTUAL CAREGIVER GROUP 🌟
Thursday, January 22nd from 7-9pm Eastern

Our Virtual Caregiver Group is for parents and guardians of transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive youth across the United States. Payment is on a sliding scale; no family will be turned away due to lack of funds.

Fees:
- Groups (monthly) $10-100 sliding scale based on household income
- Intakes (one-time) $10-150 sliding scale based on household income

Families who have attended GFP group or therapy session in the last 6 months do not have to take another intake. Families who have been active with GFP in the last 18 months receive a 50% discount on their intake fee. We will explain the sliding scale during your screening call and allow you to choose the level that works best for your family.

To enroll, email Sanniel at ssanabia@ackerman.org .

For more information, visit genderandfamilyproject.org/support-groups

01/15/2026

Thank you New York City Anti-Violence Project for leading a customized workshop with our Caregiver Community Group! 🩷🏳️‍⚧️

Parents and guardians of transgender and gender expansive youth learned how to navigate transphobic situations and create safe spaces for their children, with an opportunity to discuss and process as a group.

If you or anyone you know is seeking an affirming space to connect with other families with transgender and gender expansive youth, Gender & Family Project offers monthly in-person community groups for:

- Caregivers & Parents
- Gender Creative Kids (ages 5-10)
- Transgender & Gender Expansive Tweens (ages 10-14)
- Transgender & Gender Expansive Teens (ages 14-18)

We also offer a monthly Virtual Caregiver Community Group for families across the country and English-speaking international families; our next virtual gathering is Thursday, January 22nd.

If you are interested, please reach out to Sanniel at ssanabia@ackerman.org for an intake! We offer a sliding scale; no family will be turned away.

➡ Learn more at genderandfamilyproject.org/support-groups

01/14/2026

Available across the country and for English-speaking international families! Spread the word 🗣️

🌟 JANUARY VIRTUAL CAREGIVER GROUP 🌟
Thursday, January 22nd from 7-9pm Eastern

Our Virtual Caregiver Group is for parents and guardians of transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive youth across the United States. Payment is on a sliding scale; no family will be turned away due to lack of funds.

Fees:
- Groups (monthly) $10-100 sliding scale based on household income
- Intakes (one-time) $10-150 sliding scale based on household income

Families who have attended GFP group or therapy session in the last 6 months do not have to take another intake. Families who have been active with GFP in the last 18 months receive a 50% discount on their intake fee. We will explain the sliding scale during your screening call and allow you to choose the level that works best for your family.

To enroll, email Sanniel at ssanabia@ackerman.org .

For more information, visit genderandfamilyproject.org/support-groups

01/13/2026

Transgender youth should not be discriminated in sports or anywhere 🏳️‍⚧️💪

01/12/2026

Need assistance navigating health insurance and transgender healthcare? 🏥

Check out Equality Federation’s guide: https://www.out2enroll.org/trans-guides

Questions about health insurance and gender-affirming care? Check out your state’s Trans Health Insurance Guide at out2enroll.org/trans-guides and enroll at HealthCare.gov before Dec 15th! 🏳️‍⚧️ 📣

📲 : Movement Advancement Project + Out2Enroll