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An Archive of My Own…

A gen-z activist discusses the impact of learning about trans history.

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Viktor and Trans Represen…

Viktor Hargreeves from Umbrella Academy just transitioned. Here is how the screenwriters did in promoting inclusive and accurate trans…

Mass Trans News Roundup…

Curious about how Massachusetts is doing regarding trans-related issues? Read below to recap trans-related news in the Commonwealth from…

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There is No Euphoria Here…

Transitions are Not Services Language Note: I use the term “trans*” to describe transgender, gender non-conforming, non-binary, and gender-expansive…

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Meet MTPC’s Summer …

The Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (MTPC) announced today that MG Xiong (they/them) will be joining the MTPC team as…

MTPC announces new Progra…

The Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (MTPC) announced today that MG Xiong (they/them) will be joining the MTPC team as…

Wicked Queer Film Fest 20…

MTPC is excited to yet again be co-presenting a number of films at Boston’s LGBTQ+ Film Festival, Wicked Queer….

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MTPC Launches IDA Network…

On International Trans Day of Visibility 2022, the Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition is announcing the launch of our Identity…

MTPC announces new Commun…

The Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (MTPC) announced today that Kelsey Grunstra (she/her) will be joining the MTPC team as…

The Most Forgotten Consti…

by Connor Barusch Public Defender and first openly transgender/non-binary public defender to be qualified to represent people in Massachusetts…

11th Annual Professionals…

See the official press release here. The Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (MTPC) celebrates its 20th Anniversary with the 11th…

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2021 Update on MA Legisla…

UPDATE 9/23/21: Senate bill S.2282 “An Act Relative to Gender Identity on Massachsetts Identification” passed today! Thank you to…

MTPC mourns the loss of b…

See MTPC’s official press release here. Update: A community vigil and memorial service for Jahaira will be held on…

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COVID-19 Vaccine Informat…

On March 23, 2021 MTPC, GLAD, and the Massachusetts Trans Health Coalition hosted an information forum regarding COVID-19 Vaccines…

Fight for the Equality Ac…

We need your help! The Senate Judiciary Committee has just announced that the hearing for the Equality Act has…

In Loving Memory: Ta’Al…

by Jahaira M. DeAlto Words are the most powerful tools we have. Until there are none. Until they wither…

Black History Month means…

Black trans and nonbinary people contribute so much to society yet, continue to be excluded in the narrative of history….

Surviving the horrors of …

Where do I even begin? I have been writing this for months now, never seeming to get past this…

Chaos Ahead…

This is the United States of America. It is not nor has it ever been the United People of…

New Year, New MTPC…

The close of 2020 feels a bit like hopping out of the dentist’s chair, yet here we are. If…

MTPC joins LGBTQ Organiza…

Last year a transgender man and a gay man died by suicide while under mental health watch at the…

The election is HERE!…

MTPC, Equality Arizona, and Equality Federation have partnered to create a national trans voter protection hotline. Strict voter ID…

Voting 2020 – What …

Step 1: Register to Vote Are you registered to vote? Unsure? You can check your voter registration status here. Voting…

Healthcare Protections fo…

You deserve and should expect to be treated fairly when accessing health care. If you do experience discrimination, contact GLAD…

It’s ok to be concerned…

Trans, nonbinary, and gender expansive people accessing health care during the pandemic. ~OpEd by Tre’Andre Valentine published in Bay Windows and…

MTPC Supports The Movemen…

To the Boston Pride Board of Directors, The Steering Committee of the Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (MTPC) supports the…

“What does it mean …

Women have always been a foundational part of history, and trans women are no exception. Trailblazers like Monica Roberts,…

Snapshots in Time: A Pers…

Guest post from Michelle Tat, MTPC Steering Committee Member: Content Warning: This is not about data science. This is…

Exciting Updates to Massa…

MTPC has been working closely with the Massachusetts RMV, and the LGBTQ Youth Commission to ease the unnecessary burdens…

“A Fantastic Woman&…

This is a guest blog from Pearl, a community member and local film buff. Thanks Pearl! Chile’s contender [now…

From Mason: Thank you MTP…

Five and a half years. I can’t believe it’s been over five and a half years since I started…

Tre’Andre Valentine to …

The Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (MTPC) announced today that Tre’Andre Valentine will take the helm as its new Executive…

Joint Statement of GLBTQ …

We are profoundly disturbed by the events surrounding the ‘Straight Pride’ parade in Boston on August 31, including the…

MTPC Signs on to Open Let…

Trans people don’t need HRC to save us – we need HRC to back us! “After reading the article…

In Solidarity With Commun…