TEA Of UTAH

Standing for equality, opportunity and dignity for the transgender community.

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

Today's decision sets an important precedent that will benefit trans youth across the nation. The right to safely use a bathroom is inextricably tied to the ability to exist in public. Trans youth deserve all of the same access and rights as their peers.

https://t.co/V73UpI4R7A

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

"We ask them, at the same time, to not harm transgender children by denying them access to lifechanging and lifesaving activities, attempting to solve a problem that does not currently exist, and failing to recognize current scientific evidence."

https://t.co/DyuifQlb1h

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

One of the questions our community asks most often is "where can I find an affirming employer?" Trans folks face immense barriers in health care and employment, and we are so thrilled to see Salt Lake City taking steps to reduce those obstacles for our community!

[Mayor Erin Mendenhall @slcmayor]

I’m excited to share this #Pride Week that #SLC is adding gender affirming surgery to our healthcare coverage for our covered employees and their eligible dependents. Transgender health care is a right and gender affirming care and support are lifesaving. #utpol #slc #Pride2021

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

Looking for something to do after the rally on Sunday? Why not do some dancing and support TEA while you're at it!

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

Our Executive Director Dr. Candice Metzler was one of several speakers at this year's Pride Interfaith Service.

https://t.co/MbuRk3d9eG

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

in our state. We question the need for a debate that further endangers vulnerable youth when a policy already exists."

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

"We look forward to all conversations about how to support transgender youth in Utah schools. It’s important to remember the UHSAA has an existing policy for trans athletes, and we are not aware of any trans youth participating in school sports...

https://t.co/DBzv1gdTod

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

"Taylor is at least the 26th trans, nonbinary, or gender-nonconforming person to die by violence in the U.S. this year. The nation saw a record number of such deaths reported, 44, in 2020, and 2021 is on track to exceed that."

https://t.co/rvA0EGRnjS

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

The Human Rights Campaign calls the language “offensive and humiliating."

https://t.co/sFytbLNgiY

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

“I want to just take this moment today to just savor what a victory is like,” Metzler said, “because we’ve been in a pattern lately of seeing transgender people attacked and people arguing why we should exclude transgender people... Today is a win.” https://t.co/yNaFlsFKsX

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

You can hear from the plaintiffs, the attorneys and community organizers in this press conference following this morning's Utah Supreme Court decision, which affirms our right to update or legal gender markers.

https://t.co/LStITXIGtW

[Derek Kitchen @derekkitchen]

Thanks to the plaintiffs for their courage. Big kudos and thank you to @chriswhartonslc 🏳️‍⚧️♥️

[Equality Utah @EqualityUtah]

A Landmark Victory for Transgender Utahns!

The Utah Supreme Court affirms the right of trans Utahns to change their birth certificates. Congratulations to the legal team led by @chriswhartonslc. And so much love to plaintiffs @15to1montgomery & Angie Rice for your courage.

[Zack Ford @ZackFord]

Yay good news!

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

Today is in incredible day for all transgender Utahns as the Utah Supreme Court affirms our right to update our legal gender markers. We're grateful beyond words to Angie and Sean for taking on this legal battle at a great personal toll.

https://t.co/G3K1gfwHhp

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

We're so excited for more people to see the stories told in @ChangingGameDoc! Trans youth are so often left out of discussions about their own rights, and this film centers their voices and experiences.
https://t.co/RoMsjXFZKN

[Equality Utah @EqualityUtah]

1/2 A callous act of vandalism inspires a beautiful display of love and solidarity. We spoke with Cache County School District this morning about the event.

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

..."@jack_turban , a fellow in child and adolescent psychiatry at the Stanford University School of Medicine, pointed to research that 'consistently shows' how health care for trans minors 'results in better mental health outcomes.'"

https://t.co/HN2BPal3rz

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

Tomorrow is Trans Day of Visibility! @genderbands and TEA of Utah want to hear from you! Share a video and tag us in it explaining what being visible means to you. We can't wait to hear your stories!

[TEA Of UTAH @TEAofUtah]

@SueRobbins31 Thank you for having us!