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An initiative to let trans people in the UK survive and thrive under state oppression, and rebuild a vision for our place in the new era. effecttrans.com

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · Aug 22

Everyone's talking about the EHRC guidance banning trans people from single-sex spaces like toilets + changing rooms... but there is another looming threat in the Levy Review

TL;DR expected very soon; separate under-25 pathway, lays the groundwork for more gatekeeping in the NHS

Screenshot: Review of adult gender dysphoria services One of the recommendations of the Cass Review was a review of the adult service specification. [...] Dr David Levy, Medical Director of Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and previously NHS England’s North West Regional Medical Director, will lead the review, supported by an expert panel of patients, clinicians experienced in the delivery of gender-related care, independent regulators and members of relevant professional bodies.

Screenshot Levy Review The review of NHS adult gender dysphoria services in England[1], led by Dr David Levy, was announced in August 2024[2], shortly after the publication of the Cass Review. The stated motivation for commissioning the review included concerns about "inadequate, time-limited assessment", weak consent procedures, waiting times, patient demographics, and administrative problems.[3] It is still underway. Though NHS England originally expected to publish the report in spring 2025[4], it has not yet been released as of yet. Internal documents suggest publication may be close. Its likely effects are uncertain, but it may lead to tighter gatekeeping in NHS services, with possible knock-on effects for private clinics, particularly for people under 25.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 1d

It is hard to predict what will happen in these times, however disseminating good research can enable us to react timely and make a positive difference. We're helping trans people and allies re-frame how they talk about this issue. Drop us a mail if you'd like to help :)

Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 1d

The draconian Online Safety Act deserves attention too. It exposes trans people to privacy risks through ID-based age verification and restricts access to vital information by forcing websites to label helpful trans content as 18+.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 1d

The outcome was predictable given the EHRC submission and that @profstephenwhittle.bsky.social and Victoria McCloud couldn't submit testimonies. By not lobbying Labour ahead of time, we essentially let the court write gender recognition policy for them.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 1d

Slowly building up from Forstater and Stock's cases, many GC thinktanks like MurrayBlackburnMackenzie and prominent lawyers decided to lend their support to this cause. We have seen the same thing happen with the Levy Review and other government departments engaging with GC orgs.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 1d

Many people were unaware of what was going on with FWS vs Scotland and as a result, our complacency has cost us our rights. The TERFs had been growing powerful, and most activism efforts ended up polarising allies and failing the community.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 4d

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 4d

We're hosting the fourth iteration of ET's office hours today! Join us to discuss recent happenings affecting trans people in the UK and meet interesting people who want to do something to help the community. There will be ducks :)

Luma link below ⬇️

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 5d

or do you have a website/something else we can contact you at?

Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 5d

We'd love that! can you drop us a message, our contact details on our website <3

Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 5d

TL;DR
It is not right that we don't usually have trans-led electrolysis services even in big cities; there are projects to change that; we wholeheartedly support them and would like to encourage more of them.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 5d

(We're not in a place to organise such a project ourselves right now, but if you do start anything like this please let us know! We would be more than happy to assist both in crowdfunding and in general)

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 5d

We're looking forward to finding out how the Glasgow project goes! This, Siobhan's, and other such projects around the world hopefully can form a blueprint that can be replicated to eventually cover our needs.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 5d

Such projects could end up very beneficial as per the theme of taking control of our transistions. They would let us build up expertise, provide a way for the wealthier of us to sponsor initiatives benefiting the community, while creating employment for those who seek it.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 5d

Even though the treatments themselves can be costly due to their length, training and equipment are surprisingly affordable in comparison. So all it takes is a determined community with people willing to pick up the electrologist role.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 5d

There is precedent too: Siobhan (@electrovon) raised money for a similar project in Manchester in 2019 and has been operating ever since
x.com/bbcstories/...

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 5d

So relying on wider society for this service comes with problems. Is it feasible for us to try to grow in-community capacity then?

Fortunately, yes! We recently heard about the Glasgow Electrolysis Project; they started accepting customers from 22nd Sep!

instagram.com/glasgowelec...

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 5d

Worse, it's mainly provided by general beauty salons that are not equipped with trans-specific expertise and can't offer us advice (and on top of that it can feel pretty awkward too). Finding a suitable place is quite often a difficult task.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 5d

Electrolysis for facial hair removal/ SRS is vital to many transfeminine transitions. It is the only permanent method, and the only method suited for pale hair.

It is however difficult to access, as a full course can be lengthy (100~200 sessions) and costly (£10~20k).

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 18d

et office hours #3 luma.com/z197i3g8 (repeats fortnightly)
calendars effecttrans.com/events

et office hours #3 · Luma

Want to meet us in person? come to this then! Effective Transsexualism has advanced as a project and now we have a better idea what to do regarding our…

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 18d

We've been working on our wiki behind the scenes, focusing on gathering more info on gender-critical movements & more transition-related resources...

If you're interested in helping us (and meeting other trans people), pop in today at Office Hours! Holborn, London, 1-4pm.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 29d

not yet - we're still writing other articles (interesting stuff is in the pipeline!) but if you'd like to contribute stuff and have a look do drop us an email!!

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 29d

We have been collecting these papers for a long time to uncover more details about the opaque workings of gender clinics, for more information do check out our Levy Review wiki page:

wiki.effecttrans.com/index.php/Le...

TACC @tacc.org.uk · 29d

September board papers from Devon Partnership NHS Trust reveal some interesting points:

www.dpt.nhs.uk/download/sep... 1/

www.dpt.nhs.uk

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · Sep 11

Excellent news!
Facts-based pressure can and does work

Rebecca Jones 🔶 @rebeccajones03.bsky.social · Sep 11

BREAKING NEWS:

I am thrilled to be able to report that after a discussion with JPAC, JPAC has agreed to update it's position statement to make it clear that trans people haemoglobin levels should be tested against their hormonal levels, not their Sex at Birth.

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Rebecca Jones 🔶 @rebeccajones03.bsky.social · Aug 22

Attention UK Based people, I need YOU to help me challenge NHS Blood & Transplants policies towards Trans & Non-Binary people.

docs.google.com/document/d/1...

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · Sep 11

et office hours #2 luma.com/ikvtstro (repeats fortnightly)
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et office hours #2 · Luma

Want to meet us in person? come to this then! Effective Transsexualism has advanced as a project and now we have a better idea what to do regarding our…

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · Sep 11

We've been a bit quiet recently, but that doesn't mean we haven't been at work – you should expect more from us soon (we have something interesting to say about Sex Matters operations...)

in the meantime, if you're interested in us, pop in this Sat! Holborn, London, 1-4pm
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marked up image: piece of paper with "et office hours #2" written on it, and a rubber duck

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