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An initiative to let trans people in the UK survive and thrive under state oppression, and rebuild a vision for our place in the new era. effecttrans.com

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · Aug 22

Everyone's talking about the EHRC guidance banning trans people from single-sex spaces like toilets + changing rooms... but there is another looming threat in the Levy Review

TL;DR expected very soon; separate under-25 pathway, lays the groundwork for more gatekeeping in the NHS

Screenshot: Review of adult gender dysphoria services One of the recommendations of the Cass Review was a review of the adult service specification. [...] Dr David Levy, Medical Director of Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and previously NHS England’s North West Regional Medical Director, will lead the review, supported by an expert panel of patients, clinicians experienced in the delivery of gender-related care, independent regulators and members of relevant professional bodies.

Screenshot Levy Review The review of NHS adult gender dysphoria services in England[1], led by Dr David Levy, was announced in August 2024[2], shortly after the publication of the Cass Review. The stated motivation for commissioning the review included concerns about "inadequate, time-limited assessment", weak consent procedures, waiting times, patient demographics, and administrative problems.[3] It is still underway. Though NHS England originally expected to publish the report in spring 2025[4], it has not yet been released as of yet. Internal documents suggest publication may be close. Its likely effects are uncertain, but it may lead to tighter gatekeeping in NHS services, with possible knock-on effects for private clinics, particularly for people under 25.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 16h

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 16h

We're hosting the fourth iteration of ET's office hours today! Join us to discuss recent happenings affecting trans people in the UK and meet interesting people who want to do something to help the community. There will be ducks :)

Luma link below ⬇️

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 2d

or do you have a website/something else we can contact you at?

Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 2d

We'd love that! can you drop us a message, our contact details on our website <3

Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 2d

TL;DR
It is not right that we don't usually have trans-led electrolysis services even in big cities; there are projects to change that; we wholeheartedly support them and would like to encourage more of them.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 2d

(We're not in a place to organise such a project ourselves right now, but if you do start anything like this please let us know! We would be more than happy to assist both in crowdfunding and in general)

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 2d

We're looking forward to finding out how the Glasgow project goes! This, Siobhan's, and other such projects around the world hopefully can form a blueprint that can be replicated to eventually cover our needs.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 2d

Such projects could end up very beneficial as per the theme of taking control of our transistions. They would let us build up expertise, provide a way for the wealthier of us to sponsor initiatives benefiting the community, while creating employment for those who seek it.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 2d

Even though the treatments themselves can be costly due to their length, training and equipment are surprisingly affordable in comparison. So all it takes is a determined community with people willing to pick up the electrologist role.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 2d

There is precedent too: Siobhan (@electrovon) raised money for a similar project in Manchester in 2019 and has been operating ever since
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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 2d

So relying on wider society for this service comes with problems. Is it feasible for us to try to grow in-community capacity then?

Fortunately, yes! We recently heard about the Glasgow Electrolysis Project; they started accepting customers from 22nd Sep!

instagram.com/glasgowelec...

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 2d

Worse, it's mainly provided by general beauty salons that are not equipped with trans-specific expertise and can't offer us advice (and on top of that it can feel pretty awkward too). Finding a suitable place is quite often a difficult task.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 2d

Electrolysis for facial hair removal/ SRS is vital to many transfeminine transitions. It is the only permanent method, and the only method suited for pale hair.

It is however difficult to access, as a full course can be lengthy (100~200 sessions) and costly (£10~20k).

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 14d

et office hours #3 luma.com/z197i3g8 (repeats fortnightly)
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et office hours #3 · Luma

Want to meet us in person? come to this then! Effective Transsexualism has advanced as a project and now we have a better idea what to do regarding our…

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 14d

We've been working on our wiki behind the scenes, focusing on gathering more info on gender-critical movements & more transition-related resources...

If you're interested in helping us (and meeting other trans people), pop in today at Office Hours! Holborn, London, 1-4pm.

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 26d

not yet - we're still writing other articles (interesting stuff is in the pipeline!) but if you'd like to contribute stuff and have a look do drop us an email!!

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · 26d

We have been collecting these papers for a long time to uncover more details about the opaque workings of gender clinics, for more information do check out our Levy Review wiki page:

wiki.effecttrans.com/index.php/Le...

TACC @tacc.org.uk · 26d

September board papers from Devon Partnership NHS Trust reveal some interesting points:

www.dpt.nhs.uk/download/sep... 1/

www.dpt.nhs.uk

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · Sep 11

Excellent news!
Facts-based pressure can and does work

Rebecca Jones 🔶 @rebeccajones03.bsky.social · Sep 11

BREAKING NEWS:

I am thrilled to be able to report that after a discussion with JPAC, JPAC has agreed to update it's position statement to make it clear that trans people haemoglobin levels should be tested against their hormonal levels, not their Sex at Birth.

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Rebecca Jones 🔶 @rebeccajones03.bsky.social · Aug 22

Attention UK Based people, I need YOU to help me challenge NHS Blood & Transplants policies towards Trans & Non-Binary people.

docs.google.com/document/d/1...

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · Sep 11

et office hours #2 luma.com/ikvtstro (repeats fortnightly)
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et office hours #2 · Luma

Want to meet us in person? come to this then! Effective Transsexualism has advanced as a project and now we have a better idea what to do regarding our…

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · Sep 11

We've been a bit quiet recently, but that doesn't mean we haven't been at work – you should expect more from us soon (we have something interesting to say about Sex Matters operations...)

in the meantime, if you're interested in us, pop in this Sat! Holborn, London, 1-4pm
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marked up image: piece of paper with "et office hours #2" written on it, and a rubber duck

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · Aug 31

People who underwent all the legal and surgical steps in the UK to change their sex were betrayed by the CPS, NHS, the Labour Govt and the Supreme Court. We lost all of our ground to mass hysteria, letting the state walk back on its promises.

Do we have a plan to regain our ground?

Sarah has a suggestion @goatsarah.org · Aug 29

I want to explain a few things and then it might be clearer why UK trans people are upset.
In 2001 I married my wife, Sylvia.
In 2005 I started medical transition. (1/13)

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · Aug 27

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · Aug 27

Hello! If you are interested in our project work, want to engage in discussions, or simply meet us in person, you can pop in this Saturday for our 'office hours' in Holborn, London! From 1 to 4 pm.

(Repeats fortnightly)

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Maya ☁️➡️🌸 (➡️🇮🇩🇹🇭🇸🇬➡️) @mayaofspring.bsky.social · Aug 24

On that note, the NHS generally does not believe in the existence of medical transition

A post-op friend had a UTI recently, and checked the NHS article for guidance (those articles are good generally!). What does it say? that male guidelines apply of course

Screenshot of NHS 'Urinary tract infections (UTIs)' page:

See a pharmacist if:

you think you have a urinary tract infection (UTI) and you are a woman or girl aged between 16 and 64 and are not pregnant or breastfeeding

[...]

Urgent advice: Ask for an urgent GP appointment or get help from NHS 111 if:

You think you, your child or someone you care for may have a urinary tract infection (UTI) and:

[...]
you're a man, or are trans or non-binary and were assigned male at birth

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Effective Transsexualism @effecttrans.com · Aug 23

The NHS can't have it both ways. It can't say that we are simultaneously and unchangeably our sex at birth and then prevent us from blood donation based upon our identities. Quantum genders aren't real. It's time for the NHS to accept biological reality...

Rebecca Jones 🔶 @rebeccajones03.bsky.social · Aug 22

Together, we can change NHS policy and deliver an inclusive blood donation policy.

If you'd like to read further into my investigation, the full document is available here: docs.google.com/document/d/1...

Any enquiries please contact me: [email protected]

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https://docs.google.com/document/d/18F…

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