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From Exile to Open Arms
When I transitioned in 1993 I had to leave my church and my ministries. I remained in exile until 2005, when I moved close to the church I now attend.
Transitioning in My Synagogue
When I approached my rabbi to announce my upcoming gender transition, I was fully prepared. I had photocopies of relevant Torah and Talmud, writings on Jewish medical ethics from as early as the '60s, and the responsa of an Israeli rabbi whose work on this issue was considered the gold standard by most other Jewish religious leaders.
Interview with Diane Schroer
Diane Schroer served 25 years in the Army Special Forces as a key strategist on homeland security. After she retired from the military, Diane was offered a government job as a counter-terrorism expert. But when she told her employers that she was transgender, they decided not to offer Diane the job after all.
Interview with Lauren Jansen
Lauren Jansen, a 24-year employee at an equipment company in Iowa, was fired when she began to transition from male to female. Despite Lauren’s loyal years of service and excellent job performance, her company decided that transgender people were not welcome in her workplace.
Interview with James Halleman
James Halleman works as a steel safety engineer in Pennsylvania. When he came out in his workplace, James faced harassment from his bosses and co-workers—and even found himself fearing for his own safety.
Interview with Antonia Gilligan
Antonia Gilligan worked as a water quality monitor, keeping toxic substances and asbestos out of America’s schools. But when she began to transition from male to female, her employers relieved her of all management responsibilities.
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