A letter written in March from University of Kentucky Healthcare — but not released until last week — says that a small number of minors received gender reassignment surgeries in Kentucky before a new law banned the procedures for those under 18. But Emma Curtis, a trans person who spoke out against the new law, […]
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‘Clash of worldviews’: How one NKY family prepares for potential passage of ‘anti-trans’ legislation
When Nancy Bardgett’s daughter came out as transgender, she was thankful that Jordan was able to receive the care she needed. In addition to having a supportive family, Jordan, a student at Northern Kentucky University at the time, received mental-health support. “She had supportive friends and she sought out resources and knew where to look […]
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Op-ed: SB 150 a direct hit to mental wellbeing of Kentucky students
Written by Kentucky Rep. Lisa Willner of Louisville. As a school board member, I led the charge to add gender identity and gender expression to Jefferson County Public Schools’ non-discrimination policies to protect students and staff. As a psychologist and mental health advocate, I’ve advanced efforts to make Kentucky schools more psychologically healthy and trauma-informed. […]
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‘Anti-trans’ bill adds more restrictions, passes Senate committee
This story mentions suicide. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. A bill that bans gender-affirming care for children passed the Senate Families and Children committee Tuesday, but not before lawmakers added a committee substitute that adds additional language seeking to place […]
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Transgender sports bill passes house education committee
The House Education Committee approved a bill Tuesday that will prevent girls who are transgender from participating on girls’ sports teams. The big difference between House Bill 23 and the Senate bill passed last week is that HB23 will focus on high school athletes. Rep. Ryan Dotson (R- Winchester) introduced the change in the bill, […]