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OnGoing LGBT Conference: LGBT Gender & Sexuality Transgender: Myths, Stereotypes, and Realities Presented by Donna Rose The term transgender remains steeped in misconceptions, stigma, and ignorance. At the same time, people who don't necessarily conform to traditional gender stereotypes have never been more visible or active. Donna's fascinating examination of gender and sex, as framed by her own fascinating journey, will help to dispel common myths and is will engage all in questioning things many people rarely consider about their own lives. November 11, 2009: 4-6pm, Pere Marquette Room, 2204 Kirkhof Center, Allendale, MI   Donna Rose is a nationally respected post-operative transsexual woman. She lived successfully for 40 years as a man in a man's world. Today she is a well-known educator, author, advocate, and spokesperson on transgender and transsexual issues, topics that continue to intrigue and interest, yet remain steeped in misconception and ignorance. For more about Donna's life please see her biography.
Donna Rose.com
Understanding Transgender Issues: Donna Rose's Story Human Rights Campaign Transgender Resources Connections to the Classroom
Key Ideas: Women & Gender Studies, Diversity, LGBT History, Transgender History, Self Identity
Related Media: New Protections for Transgender Federal Workers New York Times Education: National Center for Transgender Equality Transgender History by Susan Stryker |
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