Transgender Forum a.k.a. TG Forum is a virtual encyclopedia of interesting information for all things involving Transgender issues. This link is to the free pages at the site including one of the liveliest chats on the net. You can lurk on the chat without being visible by others yet see the full chat and photos. TRY IT !
The International Foundation for Gender Education is one of the best sites for quality information on gender issues. IFGE publishes the magazine Tapestry quarterly. This quality and substantial publication is always packed with current relevant articles, photos, resources and more. Check it out! Hey you can even see Annie our GayMontana web mistress in the photos of the Chicago 2001 IFGE convention.
Gender Talk is the premier weekly radio show out of studios at MIT in Cambridge Mass. Nancy Nangeroni and Gordene MacKenzie host this lively 90 minute show which you can stream at broadcast time or download/stream from archive. The guest list is very diverse as are the topics. It is a complete joy, always entertaining. Give it a listen. If your browser/computer is too slow to get the show, scan the list and write me for a tape at WMGLCC. Look for some tapes of the show in the WMGLCC library when you visit.
Anne Lawrence's Transsexual Women's Resource Page - Dr. Anne Lawrence is an MD in the Seattle area who has published one of the most authoritative and useful WEB resources for Transsexual women. Take time to explore and learn from this gift she has given us.
Mermaids provides resources and support for younger people and their parents when transgender issues come up. Good source for basic information and links.
The Transgender Guide is a great resource page addressing the full spectrum of the transgender community with everything from psych abstracts on transgender issues to clothing stores.
FTM Information Network is a great and resource rich site for Female to Male (FTM) transsexuals. They update their resources on a regular basis and answer emails in a timely fashion.
Melanie Anne Philip's Transgender Support Site is another resource rich site hosted by the founder of the AOL Transgender Forum and a long time supporter and pioneer in Transgender issues. Melanie Anne's personal journal is a source of inspiration and humor about the journey across the gender "line." Take time with this woman's site, it is as deep and varied as her life has been. Be sure to check into the ideas she has for developing a female voice.
Channel T is an amazing site, this is the home of new documentary short films by, for, and about the transgender community. The latest addition is one entitled Emergence it is a very well produced short about Lynn's journey and the resources she uses. Lynn lives in Ottawa Ontario, Canada. The short film is approx. 10 megs download time and requires Quicktime to play. The download takes time and is worth the wait.
Remembering Our Dead is a site is dedicated to remembering the lethal, hateful attacks against members of the Transgender population world wide. The site is maintained by Gwendolyn Ann Smith a long time member, writer, activist and organizer of the Transgender community. Warning, the list is long and heart wrenching. It is also a good reminder of why we organize against hate of all forms.
The Gender Web Project is a rich site developed by Julia as her way of contributing to the breadth of knowledge and personal reflections of members of the transgender community.
The Crossdressers WEB Directory a place for crossdressers to access information on health, clothing, accessories and much more.
The Harry Benjamin International Gender Dysphoria Association, Inc. (HBIGDA) is a professional organization devoted to the understanding and treatment of gender identity disorders. We have approximately 350 members from around the world, in the fields of psychiatry, endocrinology, surgery, law, psychology, sociology, and counseling. HBIGDA provides opportunities for scientific interchange among professionals through its biennial conferences and publications. HBIGDA develops and publishes guidelines, designed to promote the health and welfare of persons with gender identity disorders.
Counseling and Consultations
Anne R. Harris, MA LCPC 210 N. Higgins, Suite 202 Missoula, MT 59802 (406) 721-4610 email: Click here to email Anne |
Anne offers free initial consultations and has variable fees to meet economic needs. She is a transsexual woman who transitioned successfully in Missoula in 1999. Anne is a member of the International Foundation for Gender Education, PFLAG, PRIDE Montana, and was a founder of the Western Montana Gay and Lesbian Community Center. |
Monique Mandali, MA |
Monique is an experienced therapist who sees male to female trans folk in her private practice in Helena. Call her for schedule and fee information. She is also an amazing artist and teacher of using mandalas in the personal awareness process. See her web site for information on her use of mandalas at: www.mandali.com. |
Skin and Hair Care
Sally at The Hairdresser in Missoula. As one client said, "walk in looking like a man, walk out looking like a woman." Reach the Sally at: The Hairdresser at (406) 543-7571. She offers a private room at the salon for wig fittings and makeup consultations. She has years of experience working with transgender clients. The other beauticians at the salon are very warm and welcoming.
Laser Hair Removal / Electrolysis In Missoula and Billings
Rose Ellen Paris has over 20 years of experience in hair removal and facial care. She has worked for years with the Transsexual, Gay, and Lesbian communities and is a joy to work with. She offers free initial consultations on your individual needs. She listens well, and gives precise and compassionate service. Contact her in Missoula at (406) 542-2241 or at her Billings Salon at (406) 652-0555.
Laser Hair Removal in Missoula (coming soon)
Spokane and Eastern Washington Resources
The Spokane Gender Center Spokane is the largest city close to western Montana with an active gender support center. Some of their professional network referrals are excellent. Give them a click and say hi to our western neighbors.
More to come soon. Last updated 11/08/02
Missoula has an active and supportive community for persons who identify as a gender other than that assigned to them from their sex at birth. Many persons fit this broad category which ranges from those who are transsexual to those who like to cross-dress at home or out in the world. Transgender after all means to "trans" or go across the gender lines which society has defined.
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