Transparent Action
Please sign the Transparent Pledge
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Who We Are
We are parents of trans, non-binary and gender-diverse children and adults of all ages. We have come together to form Transparent Action to enable parents like us to take action in support of our children and all trans+ people.
Our Vision
Like every parent, we simply want our loved ones to be safe and live full, happy lives. The people we know - our friends, neighbours and colleagues - agree that trans+ people deserve equality and respect.
We want the experiences of families with trans+ members to be heard, but we understand how hard it can be to both speak out and maintain privacy. The Transparent Pledge gives those who support their trans+ loved ones a simple, safe route to show their support as part of a collective voice.
We also intend to share knowledge and resources so that parents can take action to support the wider trans+ community.
Signing the Transparent Pledge
The Transparent Pledge is written by and for parents. However, we invite other family members, friends and trans+ people to join us as Transparent Allies, by signing and helping to amplify our message.
By adding your name, you agree with the principles in the Transparent Pledge and give Transparent Action permission to represent you as part of a collective voice. We may speak out in the media, respond to policy consultations or take part in actions that reflect these shared values. By signing the Transparent Pledge, your name will not be publicly visible to anyone.
All signatures matter. However, we’ll count signatures by parents, other family members and allies separately. This means that, when we speak out, we will be accurate when we cite the number of parents we represent.
Your signature will help build our wider community, boost our message and amplify the voices of supportive families.
We are proud parents taking a stand.
Please join us.
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THE TRANSPARENT PLEDGE
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We are parents of trans, non-binary and gender-diverse children and adults of all ages. We come from many different backgrounds, but what unites us is simple: we love our children.
As parents, our hopes are the same as any parent’s: that our children are treated with respect and can live safe, happy lives
The Transparent Pledge is our shared declaration. It is based on seven simple principles that we stand behind and believe every trans, non-binary and gender-diverse person should be able to count on:
*** 1. RESPECT AND DIGNITY
Every person deserves to be recognised for who they are and be treated with kindness.
Our children should be called by their correct names and pronouns and know that those around them will treat them with respect. People in positions of influence, such as teachers, employers, politicians and journalists have a responsibility to speak with kindness and compassion, challenging misinformation and promoting understanding backed by evidence.
*** 2. LEGAL RECOGNITION
Everyone should be able to live safely and confidently as themselves.
Our children should be able to have documents that reflect who they are, with a process that is straightforward, accessible and does not disadvantage them. Non-binary people should also be recognised in law so that no one is left unseen or excluded.
*** 3. FREEDOM FROM DISCRIMINATION
Everyone should be treated fairly in every area of life.
Our children should be able to take part in society without being treated differently and without fear of prejudice or exclusion. The rights that protect us all must also protect our trans and non-binary children, clearly and consistently, including in school, work, healthcare, housing and public spaces.
*** 4. PROPER HEALTHCARE
Everyone should have access to the care and support they need.
Our children should have access to timely, compassionate, respectful and internationally recognised evidence-based healthcare to meet their individual needs. Being trans is not a mental illness, or a ‘bad outcome’, and harmful conversion practices must be banned for everyone, no matter their age.
*** 5. SAFETY AND PROTECTION
Everyone deserves to be safe from harm.
Our children should be able to live without fear of harassment or harm. Public spaces, schools, workplaces and gendered spaces must be safe for everyone. Hate crimes and violence against them must be taken seriously and addressed wherever they occur.
*** 6. INCLUSION IN SOCIETY
Everyone should have a place to belong.
Our children should be able to participate in society without restrictions so they can enjoy happy, healthy, safe and fulfilling lives. This includes being able to use public facilities and services such as toilets, changing rooms and refuges safely and without fear. Organisations and public bodies should review their policies to ensure they are inclusive and fair to all.
*** 7. CONSULTATION AND VOICE
Everyone should be involved in decisions that affect their lives.
Our children and those that represent them must always be included when laws, policies and guidance that affects them are discussed. When it comes to children and young people, supportive parents have an important role in helping their voices be heard and their experiences understood.
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NOTES ON TERMINOLOGY
* Parent – This includes all in a parental or caring role of a trans+ person of any age: including adoptive parents, guardians, carers, stepparents, parents through surrogacy, and family members, or chosen family, who raise or support in the role of a parent.
* Trans – We use this term (and trans+) as an umbrella for anyone whose gender identity differs from their sex assigned at birth, including trans men, trans women, non-binary, gender-diverse, agender and genderqueer people.
* Children – any person of any age who is the son, daughter, non-binary child or dependent of someone who fulfils the role of a parent. This includes adult children of any age.