Our stories
Every story is unique! Check out the examples below for inspiration and to learn more about the trans and gender- nonconforming youth around the country.

Meet Joan
My name is Joan, I am 15 years old and from the state of Pennsylvania. I’ve always been told that I am a girl, even

Meet Elliott, National TRUTH Council Member
Hi there! My name is Elliott, and I’m an introverted 18-year-old. I enjoy the simple things in life, like reading, going outside right after it

Meet Justine, National TRUTH Council Member
I’m a transgender student currently attending high school in Illinois. I’ve always gravitated towards the traditionally feminine roles in society. I’ve always been different, and

Meet Ray
I am fourteen years old, and I believe that no transgender kids should have to go though middle school the way I did. In general,

Meet Felix
I’m a 16 year old transgender student living in a small town in Washington State. I first came out to a small group of friends

Meet Aleta
Hello everyone, I hope you all are doing phenomenal today! My name is Aleta, and I am 22 years old and from the Central Valley

Meet Ollie
I’m sharing this video because I want to be able to reach other trans youth who struggle with feeling isolated, and I also want to help

Meet Tyler
I guess I had a weird upbringing, or weird parents, because I never really understood what society looked for. I didn’t understand why I had

Meet Keandre
My name is Keandre and I’ve lived in the SF Bay Area since I was born. I’ve been involved in music, writing, art, and film