Society & Culture – Trans P.O.V. (Transgender Point of View)

The One With Gender Affirmation

Michelle — Tue, 28 Apr 2020 06:32:26 +0000

Mama Mish here.

In the lead up to Sydney’s iconic Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, I had the opportunity to speak to Keri Le Page, Inclusion & Diversity Partner at IBM ANZ on how more Australian organisations could adopt policies to better support LGBTQ employees and specifically those employees who are transitioning between genders.

IBM is one of the regions’ leaders in D&I and has a long track record of supporting LGBTQ employees for over 30 years, the latest landmark in this space is its unique partnership announced last year, as Founding Principal Partner of the Victorian Pride Centre (VPC) – Australia’s first pride centre and the largest in South East Asia.

IBM is a founding member of the not for profit, ACON and a proud supporter of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Business Association.

The company is now amongst the few trendsetters in Australia to welcome such policy changes and strives to encourage other industry leaders as well to join the league.

Keri was a driving force behind the recent launch of IBM’s new Gender Affirmation Treatment policy, which is included as part of the ‘Work-Life’ leave policy. It will be used by several local employees undergoing Gender Affirmation Treatment Leave.

The process of transitioning often takes time and this policy change will ensure staff can continue the process with the confidence that IBM is supporting them through their journey, over a number of years. Employees who are undergoing Gender Affirmation Treatment will have access to two weeks paid time off on top of their regular 4 weeks annual leave per annum.

On top of the new gender affirmation policy, Keri has been a driving force in the implementation of in-depth training for all HR staff and managers as well as a system where employees who are LGBTQ advocates can show their support and willingness to help employees by placing a specific sticker on the back of their work laptop and a ‘rainbow’ overlay on their internal directory profile picture.

In addition to the new policy, Keri spoke on the following IBM D&I policies:
• The roll-out of the employee resource group
• The IBM inclusion council
• Out Role models
• New graduate onboarding process which includes LGBTQ training and scenarios

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We know that sometimes it can be hard to know who to talk to if you are experiencing a mental health crisis. If you do not have family and friends living nearby or a strong local support network it can be hard to get through difficult times on your own. Whether you are in a crisis or you just feel down and need to talk to someone, it is important to know that help is available at all hours of the day and night.

There are many free mental health hotlines and mental health online support services across Victoria, which provide crisis support, information, resources, counselling, and therapy to people of all ages.

Where to get help:

Your doctor
Lifeline, call: 13 11 14
Switchboard: 1800 184 527
Kids Helpline, call: 1800 55 1800
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call: 1800 200 526
Beyondblue – Call: 1300 22 4636
SuicideLine – Call: 1300 651 251

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The one about ancient cultures

Hannah — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 02:01:14 +0000

Transgender people have been around a lot longer than many people realise. We look at evidence of transgender people as far back as 3000 years ago. We explore other historical references to transgender people and we reflect on the way colonisation changed some culture’s worldview.

In the news, we celebrate the news of a transgender girl playing volleyball in Hawaii.

And we share Anastasia’s wonder at her changing body. The wonders of hormones!

Remember we can be reached at:

Email:

transpov@joy.org.au

Facebook:

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Twitter: @TransPOV

*** We know that sometimes it can be hard to know who to talk to if you are experiencing a mental health crisis. If you do not have family and friends living nearby or a strong local support network it can be hard to get through difficult times on your own. Whether you are in a crisis or you just feel down and need to talk to someone, it is important to know that help is available at all hours of the day and night.

There are many free mental health hotlines and mental health online support services across Victoria, which provide crisis support, information, resources, counseling, and therapy to people of all ages.

Where to get help:

Your doctor
Lifeline, call: 13 11 14
Switchboard: 1800 184 527
Kids Helpline, call: 1800 55 1800
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call: 1800 200 526
Beyondblue – Call: 1300 22 4636
SuicideLine – Call: 1300 651 251

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Meld Magazines- Viet Girls talk Diversity

Anastasia — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 03:48:55 +0000

This is the podcast for and episode aired on the 08/08/2019 with guest Emily Hua from Meld Magazines

If you are interested in participating Emily’ Photo Essay project fro Meld Magazines, contact Emily at Emily.Hua@meldmagazine.com.au

https://www.meldmagazine.com.au/

There are many free mental health hotlines and mental health online support services across Victoria, which provide crisis support, information, resources, counselling and therapy to people of all ages.

Where to get help:

Your doctor
Lifeline, call: 13 11 14
Switchboard: 1800 184 527
Kids Helpline, call: 1800 55 1800
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call: 1800 200 526
Beyondblue – Call: 1300 22 4636
SuicideLine – Call: 1300 651 251

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The One From Pride March

Michelle — Thu, 09 May 2019 10:00:07 +0000

We are joined By Ro Johnson from ANZ and we catch up on the amazing work she is doing in the Pride Network at ANZ.

Remember we can be reached at:

Email: transpov@joy.org.au

Facebook:
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Twitter: @TransPOV

Where to get help:

Your doctor
Lifeline, call: 13 11 14
Switchboard: 1800 184 527
Kids Helpline, call: 1800 55 1800
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call: 1800 200 526
Beyondblue – Call: 1300 22 4636
SuicideLine – Call: 1300 651 251

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Trans POV Kitchen: Two CisHetWhite Males and Glimpse of Hope

Anastasia — Fri, 01 Mar 2019 00:50:57 +0000

In this episode, two glimmers of hope in the form of ypung Cisgender Straight White Males sharing their open minded views on gender and sexuality.

The future will be bright. And what would be a better way to celebrate this with some self accepting meals down below

https://www.facebook.com/notes/trans-pov-kitchen/14th-february/424337844978567/

Where to get help:

Your doctor
Lifeline, call: 13 11 14
Switchboard: 1800 184 527
Kids Helpline, call: 1800 55 1800
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call: 1800 200 526
Beyondblue – Call: 1300 22 4636
SuicideLine – Call: 1300 651 251

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TransPOV Kitchen: Old Meets New (2)

Anastasia — Mon, 04 Feb 2019 05:26:31 +0000

This is the second part of Anastasia’s heartwarming interview with her friend Matthew Lanciana, an aspired humanitarian. To check out what food they would make for the bright yet less fortunate kids, please check Trans POV kitchen/notes on Facebook.

For Matthew’s inspiring work, please check out https://www.compassionvietnam.org.au

Instagram @CompassionVietnam. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompassionVietnam

https://www.facebook.com/notes/trans-pov-kitchen/red-pockets-of-love-and-opportunities/420812981997720/

UPDATE: There have been more updated information on Compassion VietNam’s progress and a slight amendment to make

Their Centre will be relocated to a new facility, which Compassion Vietnam (CVI) will be paying for rent and utilities.
Compassion VietNam is not a school due to the complexity of Viet Nam’s legal system. It is a not for profit organisation that provides a learning centre to prepare the kids for state school.
CVI is yet to provide meals made on premise for the children. The donation is currently used to purchase food from vendors.

Where to get help:

Your doctor
Lifeline, call: 13 11 14
Switchboard: 1800 184 527
Kids Helpline, call: 1800 55 1800
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call: 1800 200 526
Beyondblue – Call: 1300 22 4636
SuicideLine – Call: 1300 651 251

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TransPOV Kitchen: Where Old meets New

Anastasia — Sun, 03 Feb 2019 13:00:00 +0000

Anastasia got emotional in this introductory episode. It is about her people, her hometown, and a man from the Land Down Under is providing the foundation for a brighter future. They sat together, Matthew, her friend shared his journey across poverty stricken areas, the benefits of being intercultural.

To follow Matthew Lanciana’s humanitarian journey and even be part of it, please visit

https://www.compassionvietnam.org.au

Instagram: Compassionvietnam

Facebook: CompassionVietNam

Below is a little piece of reading Anastasia have constructed to enhance the quality of this episode. For more quality reading materials, please check out our facebook page Trans POV Kitchen/Notes

https://www.facebook.com/notes/trans-pov-kitchen/where-old-meets-new/420417948703890/

Where to get help:

Your doctor
Lifeline, call: 13 11 14
Switchboard: 1800 184 527
Kids Helpline, call: 1800 55 1800
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call: 1800 200 526
Beyondblue – Call: 1300 22 4636
SuicideLine – Call: 1300 651 251

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The one with many pageant girls

Michelle — Thu, 24 Jan 2019 00:45:26 +0000

We are joined by so many exciting ladies including Kristian Zorino-Brown (Esther Rix), Russell Zorino-Brown (Bun Girl), Nitasha Biswas, Vienna Slavo, Mama Gayzha Davao, Laeticia Phylliscia Raveena who won Miss Transsexual Australia International 2017, and Norbert!

The 2019 MGMTAI (Miss Gay & Miss Transsexual Australia International) pageant candidates continue the conversation with Mama Mish about the importance of the pageant and the work they have been doing over it 10 years of production and their pageant message of Diversity & inclusion.

Date And Time

Sat. 2 February 2019 / 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm AEDT

Location

Williamstown Town Hall / 104 Ferguson Street, Williamstown, VIC 3016

Remember we can be reached at:

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Where to get help:

Your doctor
Lifeline, call: 13 11 14
Switchboard: 1800 184 527
Kids Helpline, call: 1800 55 1800
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call: 1800 200 526
Beyondblue – Call: 1300 22 4636
SuicideLine – Call: 1300 651 251

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The One With the Creative Alabama Blonde

Michelle — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 08:00:09 +0000

The team is joined by Miss Poppie from ‘The Woods on JOY’ and well as Miranda Sparks from ‘Genda Agenda on JOY’ as we are introduced to Alabama Blonde. Alabama Blonde is a designer, creative director, musician and artist currently living and working in Melbourne, Australia. She has watched the Addams Family at least a thousand times, owes Siouxsie Sioux her first born and learned to dance via old Iggy and the Stooges videos. Alabama continues to make waves in the Australian market by pushing boundaries and establishing themselves as brands that are constantly exploring identity, freedom & expression.

Alabama’s work lends itself towards an exploration of identity, rituals and human experience. Recently her work has asked the question ‘Can we embed emotion into fabric?’ Articulating the juxtaposition of extreme constriction vs extreme release via an exploration of both materiality and emotion.

Remember we can be reached at:

Email: transpov@joy.org.au

Facebook:
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Twitter: @TransPOV

Where to get help:

Your doctor
Lifeline, call: 13 11 14
Switchboard: 1800 184 527
Kids Helpline, call: 1800 55 1800
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call: 1800 200 526
Beyondblue – Call: 1300 22 4636
SuicideLine – Call: 1300 651 251

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The one with lack of sleep and naked coffee making

Michelle — Thu, 10 Jan 2019 08:00:23 +0000

Its a new year and talk all about balance amongst the team. Bowie and Zay talk about sleep and health and how they have their own combine relationshiop name similiar to ‘Brangelina’, and somehow they finish each others sentences. But we also get some advice on how sleep is so important to your health as well as discipline. Zay suggested waking up and being cheerful to jumpstart the day but Mish isn’t so sure because she will probably be naked still while making a cup of coffee.The team also cover toxic feminity and masculinity from friends and family in our lives and how gender roles are forced upon our lives.

Remember we can be reached at:

Email: transpov@joy.org.au

Facebook:
transpovonjoy
TransPOV.Kitchen/

Twitter: @TransPOV

Where to get help:

Your doctor
Lifeline, call: 13 11 14
Switchboard: 1800 184 527
Kids Helpline, call: 1800 55 1800
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call: 1800 200 526
Beyondblue – Call: 1300 22 4636
SuicideLine – Call: 1300 651 251

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