Transvox - Joseph Harwood drops in to talk about the Beauty Industry

This week, Gillian meets regular guest, Joseph Harwood, and they discuss Joseph's involvement in the British Beauty Week campaign and his advocacy for the trans community in the beauty industry. They also discussed the challenges faced by trans individuals in the industry, including underestimation, lack of respect, and exploitation.

Joseph shared his efforts to gather data for a census to present to the government, focusing on the experiences of older trans individuals. He expressed his frustration about being undervalued in his industry due to his gender identity. He shared his experiences of being perceived as an influencer rather than a professional with years of training and experience. Joseph also highlighted the lack of respect and opportunities he faced compared to cisgendered individuals in the same industry.

They discuss the recent developments in the UK, particularly the case of Mermaids, a charity that supports the trans community. Joseph shared his personal connection to Mermaids, having reached out to them after their legal issues were resolved. He expressed his excitement about upcoming projects, including a potential trip to Hawaii and a collaboration with a beauty brand. Joseph also shared his experience as an ambassador for Pride in Helsinki, where he learned about the city's approach to supporting the trans community.

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