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Family Trans-Formations!

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Hello and welcome to Family-Transformations!

Family Trans-Formation is a place where individuals of the LGBTQI+ community can come together to support and share their experience. This is particularly aimed at adult children of the LGBTQI+, but is an open inclusive space for all to reach out and connect!

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Why?

There is little conversation, accounts or support for people with a parent(s) within the LGBTQI+ community. The information that does exist doesn’t account for the complexities of the differing experiences, how others respond to you, not having the ‘normal’ family, having to explain your family dynamics to others, and the psychological and social impacts of this. There can be a lot of shame and stigma, so having a safe space where you can discuss your experience, connect with like minded others can be invaluable to what can seem an isolating experience. 

Social support is so beneficial for our day to day wellbeing, especially during times of great transitions and changes. Social support with those with shared experiences can act as a somewhat ‘social cure’ when it involves family members identity being socially stigmatised, as it may be able to provide a space where conversations, feelings and consequential support and acceptance can unfold that may not feel possible with others.

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR EXPERIENCE

CONNECTING WITH OTHERS

SHARING YOUR EXPERIENCE

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Get to Know Us

Hello! I’m Kat, I started up Family Trans-Formations as a means to create a supportive network, share information, and resources for individuals of LGBTQI+ parents.

The reason for this being that since the age of 13 I found out my dad identified as a woman. It was a very confusing time for me and I had searched out on the internet for information or support for something or someone who reflected my experience. Beyond a few articles or American support groups there was a real void, which amplified my sense of aloneness and difference. Me and my dad had a difficult relationship for many years due to our difficulty in communicating what was going on for us, which was compounded by social responses and a lack of support.


As an adult a couple of years ago I reached out to Jane at the Beaumont Society in still wanting to speak with others with shared experiences, but again still not existing she encouraged and supported me to start up Family Trans-Formations, so here we are!

A little bit about me: I’ve recently moved down to the coast in East Sussex, where I’m currently training as a cognitive behavioural therapist. I have a passion for helping others, tackling social issues, and embrace getting to know others. I like to write poetry, practice yoga, and go swimming.

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In the press

I thought it might be helpful to share some articles and videos from the perspective of adult children of transgender people. If you have any thoughts or responses to any of the resources below, or your own that you'd like to share please get in touch, as I would love to hear from you.

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'My Dad is a Woman'

1ST MARCH 2012

Documentary following Jane's transition and relationship with her daughter Natasha

Contact Us

If you or someone else is seeking support; would like to get in contact; express your interest; or ask any questions please contact Kat on:

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