As we continue to explore intersectionality, meaning gender “and,” one of the intersections of gender includes sexuality; so, gender AND sexuality. The Jessica Lynne story should have shed some light on how the experience of being a trans woman is nuanced. However, one matter of importance about this intersection is how much gender is involved in the marginalization of the trans community. For example, there are high rates of violence against trans people in the U.S. But which trans people? Typically, black trans women. We do not see the same rates of violence against trans-men. Particularly, white trans-men. Similarly, trans folks usually experience precarious socioeconomic conditions. But which trans folks? Typically trans women. Trans men often experience positive changes in their socioeconomic conditions.
After reviewing this brief article (below) on violence against trans people, provide an explanation of the relationship between gender and sexuality. How does sexuality intersect with gender in ways that affect one’s life chances?
https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/killings-transgender-americans-reach-all-time-high-rights-group-says-n1242417
More Readings:
Kang, et al. Unit II The Sex/Gender/Sexuality System
Kang, et al. Unit II Gender and Sex Transgender and Intersex Kang, et al. Unit II Sexualities
