Resources & Enquiries
The Gender Recognition Panel
Telephone: 0845 355 5155; email grpenquiries@tribunals.gsi.gov.uk
Application form and users’ guide for gender recognition
www.grp.gov.uk/formsguidance.htm
Press for Change
www.pfc.org.uk/node/1470
A one-stop-shop website for information about the Gender Recognition Act 2004 and the processes involved in gender recognition
Useful websites
Gendered Intelligence
www.genderedintelligence.co.uk
A project where trans people under the age of 25 can meet one another and talk about what it's been like for them. They can often pay for all travel expenses, no matter where you come from in the UK. On the website, you can find out more and sign up for updates to keep informed.
Scottish Transgender Alliance
www.scottishtrans.org
Guidance to service providers and employers on transgender equality issues and good practice in Scotland. It also provides information to support transgender people in understanding and accessing their human rights.
Transgender Zone
www.transgenderzone.com
Supports those who feel they are confused about their gender, those who are looking for support for someone who is transgendered, and health and social care professionals who want to learn more about the subject.
Mermaids
www.mermaids.freeuk.com
Support for young people, up to the age of 19, who are trying to cope with gender identity issues.
Press for Change
www.pfc.org.uk
Campaigns for equal civil rights. The website has information on Gender Recognition, employment etc.
Androgyny Scotland
www.androgyny.org.uk
Provides information about androgyny.
Gender Queer Revolution
www.genderqueerrevolution.org
Dedicated to supporting people of all genders.
The FTM Network
www.ftm.org.uk
UK-wide support network open to all female to male transgender and transsexual people, or those exploring this aspect of their gender.
The Gendys Network
www.gender.org.uk/gendys/index.htm
For people troubled by their gender identity, and their loved and loving ones, and a forum for professional people.
The Gender Trust
www.gendertrust.org.uk
Provides support and information for anyone with any question or problem concerning their gender identity, or whose loved one is struggling with gender identity issues.
The Queer Youth Network
www.queeryouth.org.uk/index.htm
Provides peer-led support and information.
Bodies Like Ours
www.bodieslikeours.org/forums
Provides peer support and information for intersex people.