Trans Media Watch

Helping the media report on transgender issues with accuracy, dignity & respect. Helping trans people who are receiving media attention. We tackle the bullies!

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

Calling all trans, non-binary, intersex film-makers.

We are today launching a film bursary...worth £2,500... towards production of a film.

Details here: https://t.co/3pDnlO5GrR

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

Catch it on on Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies and TV, and YouTube Movies...

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

Out on November 20, in support of Trans Awareness Week: CHANGING THE GAME, an Emmy-nominated documentary focusing on the lives of transgender athletes  It also won the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Documentary.

Review below.

https://t.co/wzNpnXgBsX

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

Order now!

For you. For your friends.

For your workplace (but do make them pay!)

For Christmas!

https://t.co/Qr7ZwLKW7s

[DIVA Magazine @DIVAmagazine]

Groundbreaking new book Transitions: The Unheard Stories is a must read 🏳️‍⚧️ @TransActualUK @JaneFae https://t.co/PToDynusJc

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Your opportunity to tell your story in pictures and get vouchers for it!

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

Here is a survey from Cardiff Uni that some folks might wish to fill out.

There is even a prize draw attached, so you never know!

https://t.co/2Cwb1qz8dU

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

Our submission to the Lords Select Committee on Communications and Digital is up.

We'll be putting it on our site in due course, but in meantime, just click this link and search for FON0022

https://t.co/CXiB8tHFWx

[Clearcast @Clearcast]

We're on the hunt for a dynamic and super-organised #Reception and Office Coordinator to join us on a part-time basis.

As the first point of contact, you will play a pivotal role in providing excellent service to our staff and customers.

https://t.co/xbCzAPzqIG

#UkJobs

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

Now putting together a submission to the Lords Select Committee on Communications and Digital on 'The future of news: Impartiality, trust and technology'.

https://t.co/eJHhz3Kvg5

If anyone has points they feel should be made, dm us... or email on [email protected]

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

The Russian Supreme Court is on the verge of declaring the fact of being LGBT a crime. There is little we can do, but there is a petition that we hope you will sign:

https://t.co/6o76thlxJV

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

A quick boost for a rather useful announcement from @TransActualUK

https://t.co/GJFHbpYkos

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And just for the record, here is our press release about the new report: Media Representation of Trans Athletes:

https://t.co/SPNSYqefiN

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

Have you complained about coverage of trans people in the media in the last 12 months?

Please tell us about your experience, via [email protected]

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

We've also been looking aat how the media represent questions about trans people being involved in sport.

There is a report!

Media Representation of Trans Athletes

Download it here: https://t.co/cNBlZ5s4Ws

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

Not that we are asking folks to complain about the inaccuracies in the UK press and media, but...

...if you want to, this tells you how to do it and links you to additional advice and resource should you need it.

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At long last!

Major update to our website with large section on the codes of conduct that our press, broadcasters, etc. operate under and...

...guidance on how to complain:

https://t.co/1UW9Ou74PR

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

Very much worth a read...

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

Ooops... we're a day late. But it's still important to note Intersex Awareness Day (which is on 26 October).

Check out the link below...

[LGBT+ History Month 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ @LGBTHM]

Today is Intersex Awareness Day an internationally observed awareness day held on 26th October since 1996. It highlights human rights issues faced by intersex people.

You can find out more here:
https://t.co/xC6JNXt077

#lgbtqia
#Usualise
#educateOUTprejudice

[Trans Media Watch @TransMediaWatch]

Hi. Need someone to add a little design magic to the front of a paper we are publishing shortly.

Small amount of cash available - or volunteers welcome!

Please drop us a line on [email protected]

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Trans Media Watch's AGM is fast approaching, and will be taking place at 3pm on Sunday 3 September.

If you are interested in getting a bit more involved, please drop us a line via [email protected] and, barring obvious gate-crashers, we'll be in touch.