Thread by @ShabnakA

There's an assumption that because I'm detrans, I must support restricting trans healthcare. This comes from both pro- and anti-trans folks.

While I understand why ppl think this, not all detrans ppl are pro-gatekeeping.

here are some things I want, as a detrans person..

- research into health post-detrans. what to expect after medical/surgical detransition, short and long-term
- legal protections & resources for TGNC ppl
- safety to talk about de/retrans experiences w/o fear of harassment, or fear that our stories will be used w/o our consent

- not feeling medical/surgical transition is necessary to be "truly trans," whether from community or medical system
- respect for transitioned bodies & TGNC identities
- accessible, affordable, and QUALITY healthcare. doctors who actually care about our wishes & wellbeing.

- allowing trans & questioning ppl to express concerns, fears, & doubts without stigma, or at risk of being withheld care
- allowing trans people to re-question their gender if they wish
- accepting there is no singular "correct" transgender experience or transition pathway

- improved mental health services before, during, and after transition
- improved access & quality of info about all options for transition
- listen to negative experiences & regrets of both trans & detrans ppl, learn how to better prevent negative outcomes in the future

- freedom to choose what transition steps we do/don't want, whether "typical" or not
- actual support spaces for de/retrans ppl, where we are treated as individuals with unique needs & desires. not trying to push us down a certain path or utilizing us for political purposes

I don't want trans folks & ppl questioning their gender to suffer. I don't want more gatekeeping. I want everyone to have not only the freedom to choose their path, but also the best possible resources for which to find what path is best for them. I want autonomy for all of us.

Detrans folks want to be heard and supported, just like everyone else. I want trans & de/retrans ppl to be able to have conversations oriented towards understanding each other, not undermining each other. I want us to work together for a better community for all TGNC people.