Dear Dr Una May – Chief Executive of Sport Ireland We are writing to you to share our anxiety around the growing exclusionary narrative around trans people’s participation in sport, and particularly in regards to trans women and girls. Sport and physical activity benefits every individual in Ireland and as a principle, our approach should …
James started today, April 15th. He comes to us fresh out of student politics where he was Vice President of Equality and Citizenship for the Union of Students in Ireland (USI). In his student career, James has shown his dedication to inclusion in all areas. James even deferred his start date with TENI in order …
On April 10th, Dr Hilary Cass published the full report of her independent review into the UK’s Gender Identity Development Services, commissioned by the NHS. TENI (Transgender Equality Network Ireland) remains fully committed to ensuring that transgender & non-binary young people have access to the correct and highest quality care here in Ireland, in line …
Over the summer, our superstar intern Emily Kamalnathan asked the community to share what being trans has brought to their lives. She then recorded people reading out those statements and responding to them. The result is a joyful celebration of trans lives, and speaks to the importance of visibility and acceptance. You can watch the …
TENI are delighted to support a new art competition for trans, non-binary and gender nonconforming young people aged 20 and under! The competition is to celebrate the life of the artist Jordan Howe, who sadly passed away 10 years ago this year. Her work has been displayed at Transfusion many times. Jordan was also an …
Being the Artist I Am….” Young Person’s Art Competition! Read More »
We are deeply saddened to inform you that our former CEO, Tina Kolos Orban, passed away over the weekend. For their family and all those who knew them as a wonderful person and a tireless advocate for trans rights, this is a terrible loss. Tina took over the role of CEO in April 2022 and …
TENI seeks a Coordinator for our Sports For All project launching in 2024. This is a 6 month, fixed term position. The successful candidate will work closely with our Family Support and Education Officer to arrange a series of Sports Inclusion days throughout Ireland to improve trans youth participation in sports.We are looking for a …
