Alexander (he/him) is a 22 year old trans man who has lived most of his life in Bendigo.
In this episode, Alex discusses what it was like coming out during school and the connections that he has made with TGD (Trans and Gender Diverse) Bendigo. He expresses how important it was for him to be introduced to older trans role models as well as being given more resources than he could find on his own. In this episode, you'll hear some beautiful reflections about what it means to explore gender and the importance of seeing each individual as a human being rather than the labels they present with.
There are no significant trigger warnings for this episode, but if you find anything distressing then please seek support from a loved one or one of the helplines listed at the bottom of this description.
This podcast is released every Tuesday and Friday and could not have been possible without the support of our local community partners, Midsumma and the Fairer Victoria portfolio of the Victorian State Government.
Episode Credits
Wayfinder, Interviewer & Editing : Helene Thomas
Episode Introduction: Ashlee Hints
Pridefinder Midsumma Team
Ashlee Hints: Community Engagement Manager
Bec Cooen: Project and Program Manager – Victoria's Pride
Danae Reid: Regional Community Engagement Coordinator
Felicity McIntosh: Marketing & Communications Manager
Martin Broadley: Programming Administrator
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Music Credits
Intro/Outro “10c Coffee” by Clamshell
“Plate Glass” by Glass Obelisk
“Salue” by Kai Engel
“Electric guitar melody 12” by Garuda1982
“Soli” by Kai Engel
“Late Night Reading” by Cold Case
Di Breun by Architect
Seek Support
If this podcast has raised difficult feelings for you, there is always support available:
Lifeline – 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat/
QLife (3pm-midnight) – 1800 184 527 | www.qlife.org.au/resources/chat
Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 | www.beyondblue.org.au/support-service/chat
Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467 | www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/phone-and-online-counselling/
