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Trans Lifeline
@translifeline.org
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Peer support & crisis hotline for the trans community.
🇺🇸 877-565-8860 🇨🇦 877-330-6366

website: translifeline.org
donate: https://give.translifeline.org
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Our Twitch Together for Good Streamathon is LIVE! Visit www.peer2peer.live Now through 11/25 join a 24/7 relay in support of Trans Lifeline 🏳️‍⚧️💖, all these streamers are sharing the spotlight to give you someone to watch every hour of the week!! See you in chat! #TogetherforGood
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November 17, 2025 at 9:34 PM
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The words “Nguyen Huong Giang, she/her, the first transgender woman to represent Vietnam at Miss Universe” appear on a pink background. Next to a photo of her in a gown with her pageant sash on, is a quote from her that reads “Miss Universe has become a stage where, no matter your circumstances, all women are women, lifting each other up and shining together in front of billions.” The words “Amy Schneider, she/her, first out trans contestant to qualify for Jeopardy!’s Tournament of Champions, which she won” appear on top of a purple background. Next to a photo of Schneider smiling while on Jeopardy!, is a quote from her that reads ““It really sort of forced me to get over a lot of my doubts about my self-image and about my voice and everything else, because I was on national television for a couple of months.” The words “Amos Mac, he/him, writer, visual artist, magazine editor for Original Plumbing” appear on top of a pink background. Next to a photo of Mac smiling, is a quote from him that reads “Original Plumbing will continue to grow and document trans male culture, but it’s much more than a magazine. I honestly see the Original Plumbing growing as the community expands and creating culture while we document it.”
November 13, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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It’s Transgender Awareness Week! We’re highlighting trans folks who are sharing their brilliance, supporting community, and excelling in their fields. They are making an impact each day by living authentically and stepping into their power - real people a making real impact; we love to see us shine!
The words “Transgender Awareness Week” appear on top of a purple background. A graphic of a fern appears on top of a rounded shape in the top right corner and the bottom left corner. The words “Quinn, they/them, first openly transgender person to compete at the Olympics” appear on top of a purple background. Next to a photo of Quinn kicking a soccer ball is a quote from them that reads “Mostly, I feel aware of the realities. Trans girls being banned from sports. Trans women facing discrimination and bias while trying to pursue their Olympic dreams. The fight isn't close to over... and I'll celebrate when we're all here." The words “Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, she/her, transgender activist” appear on top of a pink background. Next to a photo of Miss Major smiling with her hands on her hips is a quote from her that reads ““So, now we got to prepare ourselves to fight for our lives. We must hold on to our beliefs, hold on to our wishes, and our wants and desires.” The words “Leo Aquino, he/him/they/them, financial coach and journalist” appear on top of a purple background. Next to a photo of them smiling is a quote from him that reads “We are acknowledging the oppressive systems at play while making educated financial decisions. We are listening to traditional financial advice while contextualizing it.”
November 13, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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#TwitchTogetherForGood is back! 🎮We've organized another of Twitch's largest raid trains!
Starting Monday November 17th, over 50 trans-identifying streamers will showcase their talents in relay, 24hrs a day, all week long, to support Trans Lifeline. 🏳️‍⚧️✨ Join us at www.peer2peer.live.
November 11, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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We want to see more trans joy! Share your story of gender euphoria, trans joy, or affirmation with us in the comments and share this post with a friend who needs to hear something positive!
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November 6, 2025 at 11:46 PM
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Last day at Twitch Con! Come say hi!
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October 19, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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TwitchCon, we’re here! Come visit us at the Charity Zone in the exhibitors hall :)))
October 18, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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On this Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor those native to Turtle Island and also center Two-Spirit people. Today, the term means different things to different people, but is an umbrella term for gender diverse people. Visit our resource library to learn more and find resources for Two-Spirit people.
October 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Attention: Trans allies <3 We’ve compiled resources, answers to common questions, and suggestions on how to support trans people now. The most important thing you can do for a trans person is show your support for them with *action*. Growth is the goal - not perfection. heyimtrans.com/cheat-sheet/
October 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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We can’t ignore today’s political climate and how it impacts your safety and mental health as you consider the coming out process. So, we’ve made a website to support you!

heyimtrans.com has vetted articles, guides for coming out, pre-written templates, resources for allies, and free downloads!
October 11, 2025 at 11:41 PM
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We’re proud to announce that we've successfully hired and trained additional hotline operators – increasing our hotline capacity and support by 75% during our call hours. Your donations have and will continue to sustain our ongoing work and support employment for trans people! Thank you.
Background is light purple, pink, and light green with a doodle of two figures holding each other's arms. The main text says "without Community Care, we have nothing". Background is light purple, pink, and light green. An image with one person on the phone and another person showing support is in a frame in the right corner. The main text showcases tangible way to support the trans community.
October 3, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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You can find community with Peer2Peer. Peer2Peer is a twitch streamer directory with every streamer holding themselves accountable to creating a safe space online. Streamers can also use a myriad of identity related tags - so you can find your people. peer2peer.live
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September 30, 2025 at 10:17 PM
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(pt. 2)
Light blue and dark purple illustration of person with a megaphone and a speech bubble with a heart near the words "Put the Blame Where It Belongs". Underneath is a dark purple and white illustration of two people lifting up a potted plant together near the words "Offer to Help Them Call Us" Pink and dark purple illustration of lips and a hand making a "shh" motion next to the words "Respect privacy". Underneath is a dark purple and white illustration of a heart with arms hugging itself near the words "Take care of yourself" Purple slide with a pink illustration of a heart with arms hugging itself. The title says "Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive." Website and hotline numbers to the US and Canada listed towards bottom left.
September 19, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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We’ve made you a step-by-step guide for supporting your trans loved one through a crisis. Remember: it’s better to show up imperfectly than not show up at all. (pt.1)
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September 19, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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As abolitionists, we believe cops don’t belong in care. We will not call emergency services or law enforcement without your explicit request.

Your experiences, choices, and desires for yourself will be respected.

Read our latest blog, bit.ly/TransLifeline-Response-to-988-cuts
Outline illustration of a police car turned upside down with flowers growing out of the underside of the car. The text reads "Community Over Cops" BlueSky screenshot from @harmscommitted.bsky.social that says "Eliminating specialized services from 988 is taking away a necessary lifeline from trans people." Followed by "Two thirds of [trans] respondents said they opted not to use crisis lines, largely because of "fears of being misunderstood and invalidated". The image is a person facing away the camera with a smart phone held by their ear. A screenshot from our latest blog "We Aren't Going Anywhere: Our Response to Cuts to 988's LGBTQ+ Youth Service" published today 09/08/2025
September 8, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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Trans Lifeline is proud to be partnering with Point of Pride to launch the Trans Health Survey🏳️‍⚧️

This is a national effort by trans people, for trans people to share our experiences and shape a future of affirming, accessible care.

Join us by taking the survey today! bit.ly/TransHealthS...
Image promoting the Trans Health Survey, with portraits of diverse trans individuals on a purple background. Point of Pride and Trans Lifeline logs are displayed at the bottom of the image. Text reads: 'The Trans Health Survey - Take the survey now to help build a better, more affirming future for trans healthcare.' Logos of Point of Pride and Trans Lifeline are included. Visit [www.transhealthsurvey.org] for more information."
September 3, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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It’s Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and, like every month, we’re here for our trans siblings.

Here’s what we want you to know:
☎️ Gender affirming care is suicide prevention.
☎️ #SafeHotlines don’t call the cops without explicit consent.
☎️ The world is a better place with trans people in it! 🏳️‍⚧️✨
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September 2, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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Among the Sakalava people of Madagascar, Sekrata are individuals assigned male at birth who are raised as and take on the roles of women. A pink graphic of Madagascar in the top right corner. The Babaylan, also known as Asog, Bayuk, or Bayugin in various regions, are community healers or “Shamans” who served as spiritual leaders. A pink graphic of the Philippines in the top right corner.
August 30, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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Fa'afafine are individuals designated male at birth who have a strong feminine gender orientation. A pink drawing of 3 hibiscus flowers in the top right corner. In southern Sulawesi, the Bugis people recognize three sexes and five genders, including the calabai (assigned male at birth but embodying femininity), calalai (assigned female at birth but embodying masculinity), and bissu (a transcendent gender). A pink drawing of a temple in the top right corner. Hijras are recognized as a third gender in South Asia, distinct from both men and women. A pink graphic of South Asia in the top right corner. Thailand's third gender kathoeys are known as being “born male” but “having a female heart.” A pink graphic of Thailand in the top right corner.
August 30, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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Blackfoot culture has two-spirit individuals. A pink graphic of the state of Montana in the top right corner. The Muxe (also spelled Muxhe) are a unique cultural group in the Zapotec communities of Oaxaca, Mexico. A pink graphic of the country of Mexico in the top right corner. The Kanaka Maoli people of Hawaii have a long-standing tradition that recognizes multiple genders. A pink graphic of the state of Hawaii in the top right corner. In pre-colonial Andean culture, the Incas worshipped the chuqui chinchay, a dual-gendered deity. A pink graphic of the country of Peru in the top right corner.
August 30, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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We’ve collected examples of trans culture across the globe to remind us that there have been and always will be trans people. Everywhere! ✨🏳️‍⚧️🌏
Take a minute to learn about our transcestors!
A series of graphics about trans people throughout cultures. A pink drawing of a priestess who wears feminine attire and poses with hands up holding a religious object. A pink drawing of a temple is below the priestess. Background is given about the earliest documented trans people. A pink drawing of a Galli priestess who wears feminine attire and poses with hands up holding a religious object in the top right corner. A blue drawing of a flower in the bottom left corner. Information is provided about how many cultures have a third gender. A pink drawing of 3 hibiscus flowers in the top right corner. A blue drawing of a flower in the bottom left corner. The Diné community has a more fluid understanding of gender. A pink drawing of a southwest landscape of sun and rocks in the top right corner.
August 30, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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Laverne Cox wears a long formal dress as she poses on the red carpet. Stars from POSE stare intensely at the camera as they vogue. A drawing of Virginia Woolf’s character Orlando. Orlando has short hair and wears a petticoat while seated.
August 28, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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Jamison Green stares directly into the camera. He wears a white collared shirt and trimmed beard. Monica K. Roberts has a big smile and wears a denim jacket and white shirt. A group of trans people of color from the documentary pose as a group. A trans woman is looking up smiling as she wears a showgirl costume with a large diamond necklace and feathered headpiece.
August 28, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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Dean Spade looks at the camera and smiles. He is wearing a long sleeve black collared shirt. John Lithgow, a cis man cast as Roberta, holds a small child and a teddy bear while smiling. A glamorous image of Geena Rocero who is smiling at the camera and wearing a formal black sleeveless dress. A still from the movie Glen or Glenda of a person looking off into the distance and scowling while wearing a white shirt and a pencil skirt.
August 28, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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We’ve rounded up some influential trans media for you during Trans History Month. Who else should we be reading? Watching? Listening to? Let us know in the comments.
#TransHistoryMonth #QTPOC #QTGNC #LGBTQHistory #TransJoy #TransMedia
The words “Trans Media” sit in the foreground along with an image of a film strip on the left featuring images of famous trans people in media. Ash Perez looks at the camera and smiles. He is wearing a long sleeved sweater with a happy face on it. Christine Jorgensen smiles at the camera wearing lipstick, a broad rimmed hat, and a women’s suit. A film strip on the left features images of famous trans people featured in the documentary, Disclousure.
August 28, 2025 at 10:30 PM