Professional organisation devoted to ‘the understanding and treatment of gender identity disorders’. Originally named after pioneering physician Harry Benjamin, WPATH produces the ethical guidelines and standards of care for professionals working with patients with gender identity issues.
Archives
Transsexual Road Map
An excellent free guide to process of transitioning, and the social issues around it.
Transgender Zone
Comprehensive website including medical information, a guide to venues and opinion about transgender representation in the media for both MtFs and FtMs.
Scottish Transgender Alliance
Support for trans people, equality organisations, policymakers and employers in Scotland, UK.
Mermaids
Family and individual support for teenagers and children with gender identity issues.
Gender trust
Organisation which supports adults whose lives are affected by gender identity issues, as well as families and employers of transsexual or transgender people.
Gender Identity Research and Education Society (GIRES)
Information for trans people, their families and medical professionals.
Depend
Support group for families and friends of transsexual people in the UK.