Family Bonds

Houstonians Keep Fighting for Trans Kids amid Anti-Trans Legislation

Parents, both biological and surrogate, are standing up for the rights and dignity of trans children.

06/23/2025 By Jef Rouner

BANNED BOOKS

10 Popular Titles on Texas's Very Long List of Banned Books

Those under fire include titles dealing with racism, police brutality, gender and sexuality.

09/22/2022 By Amarie Gipson

RESOURCES

Here Are Ways to Support Trans Youth in Houston

Resources for those in need.

05/02/2022 By Amarie Gipson

We’re so GLAAD

TransGriot Just Won “Outstanding Blog” at the GLAAD Media Awards

Dee Dee Watters accepted the award on behalf of Houstonian and transgender activist Monica Roberts, who died last fall.

04/07/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Rest In Power

Houston Mourns Death of Transgender Activist Monica Roberts

The native Houstonian and trailblazing advocate was the founder of the influential blog, TransGriot.

10/09/2020 By Emma Schkloven

#BlackTransLivesMatter

Support Houston’s Black Transgender Community Through These Local Advocacy Organizations

Remember, we wouldn’t have Pride if it weren’t for Marsha P. Johnson.

06/18/2020 By Katelyn Landry

🏳️‍🌈

The Galleria Macy's Will Celebrate Trans Pride With a Fashion Show

Model and trans activist Jessica Zyrie and wardrobe stylist Ashley Kahn team up to host the in-store celebration.

06/12/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Ice House

How a Houston Lawyer Found Her Joy

Coming out as trans gave Danielle Healey new purpose in life and the law.

10/02/2017 By Morgan Kinney

Ice House

From HERO to Robin Hood: A Primer on the Upcoming Texas Legislative Session

Four issues to watch for when the legislature reconvenes in January

11/21/2016 By Adam Doster

News

Gross Anatomy: In This Political Climate, When Are We Right to Feel Disgusted?

A look into the season’s most-cited emotion

11/21/2016 By Scott Vogel

Pool Party

Catching Up with the First Trans Candidate to Win a Primary in Texas

Only 20 transgender politicians hold an elected office in the world, and Jenifer René Pool hopes to make it 21.

08/22/2016 By Adam Doster

Interview

A Mayor Considers Her Legacy

Her final term may be winding down, but Annise Parker isn’t—and during what’s become a race to the finish line, our mayor takes a moment to reflect.

09/29/2015 By Catherine Matusow

The Born Identity

What Do Transgender Children Need?

Transgender children and teenagers are transitioning earlier than ever, creating new challenges for doctors and families.

11/03/2014 By Mina Kelemen

Houstonia Magazine

Transgender Rights