Thematic areas

Five areas, one aim: dignity for every trans person

Our programmes are organised around five thematic areas that together address law, livelihoods, health, knowledge and safety.

Advocacy, Legal Engagement and Policy Reform

Laws and policies that protect and recognise us.

Influence public policy and advocate for legal frameworks that protect and recognise transgender and gender-diverse people.
Promote public understanding of SOGIESC issues to combat stereotypes, stigma and prejudice.

Leaders, self-advocates and economic independence.

Strengthen self-advocacy and leadership within trans and gender-diverse communities.
Address economic barriers by promoting workplace inclusion and economic empowerment.

Affirming care, including mental health.

Respond to the mental health challenges caused by stigma, discrimination and exclusion.
Ensure equitable access to affirming healthcare and other essential services.

Evidence and storytelling that shift the conversation.

Build an evidence base to inform advocacy, programming and public discourse.
Celebrate the contributions of trans and gender-diverse people through creative expression and storytelling.

Prevention, protection and survivor support.

Address the specific challenges faced by trans and gender-diverse people of every background, including race, disability and socioeconomic status.
Develop mechanisms that prevent violence and support survivors of abuse, harassment and discrimination.

See how these areas come to life in our current and past projects.

Funders, allies, health and legal service providers, and community members: there is a place for you in this work.