Transvox - The Trans Liberation Conference

In this episode of Transvox, Gillian welcomes Chris Parkes, a senior lecturer in history education at King's College London, to discuss life, the universe, and everything non-binary.

Chris shares personal insights into his journey of identifying as non-binary and the evolving terminology associated with it. They delve into the current state of trans rights in Spain and the UK, the challenges faced by trans individuals in academia, and how certain universities support their trans communities.

The conversation also highlights an upcoming conference, 'Trans Liberation,' set to take place on June 21st at King's College London. This event aims to unite academics, activists, and allies to foster collaboration and spark progress in the fight for trans rights.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:55 Chris Parkes' Background and Journey

02:29 Understanding Non-Binary Identity

07:03 Trans Rights in Spain and the UK

08:26 Challenges in Universities for Trans People

11:19 Upcoming Trans Liberation Conference

15:06 Conference Details and Final Thoughts

You can submit questions to gillian@transvox.co.uk