Transvox - Meeting Jamison Green - A Lifetime of Advocacy

This week, Gillian talks to Jamison Green and they discuss his personal journey as a transgender individual, including his experiences with transitioning, advocacy work, and professional life in the United States. Discussions also touched on the current political climate and challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community, particularly transgender people, in various aspects of society. The conversation concluded with a mention of Jamison's upcoming book on the history of transgender medicine in the United States.

Subjects included:

Trans Community Environment in US

Jamison highlighted the progressive nature of the West Coast, with California, Oregon, and Washington being among the most welcoming states for the LGBTQ+ community.

Jamison's Journey From Childhood to Career

Jamison's Transition Journey and Struggles

Jamison shared his experiences of being a trailblazer in the transition process, which was not well understood or supported in the past.

Jamison's Journey of Self-Discovery and Transition

He eventually transitioned and found a niche in the computer field, becoming a manager of writers and eventually the director of Technical Publications for Visa. Jamison also mentioned their ongoing work on a novel about a person struggling with gender identity, which they started writing during their transition process.

Jamison's Journey and Advocacy Efforts

A range of factors led Jamison to advocate for policy changes to remove exclusionary clauses for sex reassignment treatments. He also discussed his involvement in Lou Sullivan's group and his subsequent leadership role after Sullivan's death.

LGB HIV Committee and Trans Issues

Jamison discussed his work with the LGB HIV Committee and the Human Rights Commission, where he advised on gay, lesbian, bisexual, and trans issues. He mentioned a public hearing in 1994 that led to the implementation of a nondiscrimination ordinance in 1995, which included the terms "gender identity" and "expression." Jamison also shared his experience with the city's insurance coverage, which initially excluded trans people but was later changed. He mentioned his involvement with WPATH and the publication of his memoir, "Becoming a Visible Man," which has been a bestseller for Vanderbilt University Press.

Challenges and Solidarity for Trans People

They also discuss the importance of solidarity between different groups, including cis women and trans people, as they all face similar threats. The conversation ended with a sense of urgency and concern for the future, with both acknowledging the need for resilience and action in the face of adversity.

Addressing Political Concerns and Democracy

A History of Transgender Medicine

Jamison discussed the publication of a book titled "A History of Transgender Medicine in the United States," which was co-edited by Jamison and 43 contributing authors. The book covers the history of transgender people in the United States, their interactions with doctors and mental health providers, and the development of medical specialties. The book is available for pre-order on Amazon and will be officially released on February 1st.

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