About TGGuide
About TGGuide.com: Welcome to TGGuide.com. We are your transgender home on the Internet where you can relax and be yourself. We’re not about gender labels here. You’re free to define yourself or not define yourself, as you see fit. Whether you define yourself as transgendered, transsexual, transvestite, crossdresser, intersexed, gender fluid or androgynous. Whether you are pre-op, post-op, non-op, female to male, male to female, gay, lesbian, bisexual, asexual, questioning or straight. You’re at home here at TGGuide! Perhaps you just need a place to be free from restrictive roles or stereotypes for a little while. You’ll always be welcome here.
Our goal is to provide the Transgender community with quality resources. We are committed to publishing the most comprehensive site of services and information. TGGuide is also committed to accurately representing the Transgendered community, in a positive manner.
We would like to make you feel comfortable here, encourage your feedback and hope you will explore the site. If you need help determining your size, coming out to your family, or learning about how the law affects you; the answer is right here!
About The TGGuide Web Team
About the TGGuide Website and Social Media Team: The team consists primarily of Lori (webmaster), Michael ‘usernameoptional’ (forums), Jason ‘serviceman’ (programming and chat) and Jason Lee (social media). We are, of course, assisted by a dedicated team of others who freely donate their time to help promote a positive environment for the transgender community. Please thank them when you see them online.
Comments from Webmaster Lori: I embraced the early days of the internet as I was finally embracing my life-long journey to transition into a full-time feminine identity. Early transgender sites tended to be social clubs reserved for certain groups such as hetero crossdressers or MtF transwomen or only post-op transwomen. You get the idea. When I assumed editorial control of TGGuide and our affiliated sites, the segregation was over. We truly welcome all and always will as long as I operate this transgender network of sites.
We’ve been referring to our latest upgrade of TGGuide as version 4.0. We’ve been busy adding new social networking elements to the site. You’ll find plenty of opportunities to interact with others in our live trans chat, on our transgender forums, on our TGGuide Facebook page and on the TGGuide Twitter page.
It is a lot of work to maintain TGGuide.com and I sure could use some help if you’re so inclined. Send me an e-mail if you’d like to get involved or even better, message us on Facebook. Providing support for the transgender community is a labor of love. We couldn’t do it without the support of some great people who work behind the scenes.
Our Goal: No Trans Person Will Ever Have to Feel Isolated
It is my goal that nobody will ever have to feel so isolated and alone as we did back in the days prior to the Worldwide Web. You’re likely to find me engaged in conversations on our transgender forum and occasionally in our trans chat room. Please feel free to say hello but understand if I’m not able to reply immediately. I juggle many different tasks and do this in my spare time.
We’re working hard behind the scenes to build on the magnificent collection of information provided at TGGuide.com. Please don’t hesitate to Email Me to suggest ideas or even become a Moderator for one of the many directories here at TGGuide.com.
About TGGuide: Legal Pages and Navigation
We encourage you to browse the following pages to learn more about The Transgender Guide, our mission and our trans community resources.
- Copyright Notice Please read our copyright notice and respect intellectual rights.
- Legal Disclaimer Take a look at our legal disclaimer. We do not provide medical advice.
- Privacy Notice We do not collect personally identifiable information about visitors or members.
- Sitemap A quick index to all the pages contained within the TGGuide website.
Sponsors: We are introducing several sponsors that have proven themselves to be supportive of our community. These sponsors are necessary to offset the expenditures associated with hosting and administering this site. You can shop with confidence at TGGuide, knowing that we only accept legitimate sponsors who are sensitive to the needs of our community.
About the TGGuide Editorial Team
Lori Wynn, Webmaster and Transgender Author
Lori Wynn (She/Her) is the webmaster of TGGuide. She is based in Portland, Oregon where she enjoys nature and the local LGBT scene. Lori is committed to providing useful information and resources for the transgender community. She is self-employed and devotes a great deal of her time running this site along with several other transgender websites such as URNotAlone.com.
With her personal experience as a transwoman, she brings a personal and realistic perspective to her development of TGGuide.com. The site provides personal networking opportunities such as live trans chat and the TGGuide transgender forum to allow friendships to be formed. The goal is that no transgender person will feel isolated. Other pages on the TGGuide site are created to provide access to resources and information such as transgender support groups, suicide prevention, trans ID changes, news articles, and a large library of helpful transgender articles with tips for a successful transgender experience.
Contact Lori Wynn: Lori@tgguide.com
Link to My Bio: Lori Wynn
Jason Kevin Lee, Trans Activist and Social Media Moderator
Jason Kevin Lee (He/Him) Jason is an out and proud transman based in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK. Jason is our FtM social media moderator, a trans activist and Pride Radio presenter. Jason is a publicly known advocate for the transgender community with numerous appearances on television, radio, podcast, Internet and print media.
Jason volunteers with various organizations to make the world a better place. In fact, Jason was TGGuide’s 2019 nominee for the National Diversity Award. Jason represents the LGBTQ+ community in a positive manner and is dedicated to transgender positivity, equality and inclusiveness. We are pleased that he is part of the TGGuide.com leadership team.
Contact Jason Lee: JasonLee@teamdnp.com
Link to Jason’s Bio: Jason Kevin Lee
Ellie P. Wilson, Transgender Rights Reporter
Ellie P. Wilson(She/Her) is a passionate and insightful transgender rights reporter and blogger based in Seattle, Washington. Wilson has a commitment to telling the stories that matter most to the trans community. With her own experience as a transwoman, she brings a unique and personal perspective to her coverage of transgender rights and news stories affecting transgender people. Whether it’s covering the latest developments in transgender rights or uncovering the impact of new policies and initiatives on the trans community, Ellie approaches her stories with empathy for the trans community. Ellie P. Wilson is a blogger and reporter who is making a difference in the world of transgender rights.
Contact Ellie P. Wilson: ElliePWilson@teamdnp.com
Link to My Bio: Ellie P. Wilson
Linda Lee Parker, Transgender Rights Reporter
Linda Lee Parker (She/Her) is a dedicated and insightful transgender rights reporter and blogger based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Parker brings a personal perspective to her coverage of transgender rights and news stories affecting the LGBTQ+ community. As a transwoman, Linda has a deep understanding of the challenges and triumphs of the trans experience, delivering insightful and thought-provoking reporting on the issues that matter most within the LGBTQ+ community. Whether exploring the latest developments in transgender rights or uncovering the impact of new policies and initiatives on the LGBTQ+ community, Linda approaches her stories with empathy and a commitment to providing honest information for her readers. Linda Lee Parker is a passionate transgender blogger and reporter who is making a difference in the world of LGBTQ+ rights.
Contact LindaLeeParker: LindaLeeParker@teamdnp.com
Link to My Bio: Linda Lee Parker
Aiden Hudson, LGBT Rights Reporter
Aiden Hudson (He/Him) is a young and dynamic investigative reporter. After graduating from USC, Hudson relocated to San Francisco, CA. With a passion for social justice and a deep commitment to LGBTQ issues, Hudson has quickly made a name for himself as a rising star in the world of journalism. At the age of 27, he brings a fresh perspective and a unique voice to his coverage of LGBTQ rights and equality issues in the United States. Hudson approaches his stories with a deep sense of empathy and a relentless drive to make a difference. Aiden Hudson is a journalist to watch in the years to come.
Contact Aiden Hudson: AidenHudson@teamdnp.com
Link to My Bio: Aiden Hudson
Madison Rose, LGBT Rights Reporter
Madison Rose (She/Her) is a talented and driven investigative reporter based in San Diego, CA. With a passion for uncovering the truth and a deep commitment to LGBTQ issues, Rose has established herself as a leading voice in the world of journalism. At the age of 26, she brings a unique perspective to her coverage of LGBTQ rights and equality issues in the United States. With her talent for storytelling and her unwavering commitment to justice, Madison Rose is a journalist who is changing the conversation around LGBTQ issues in the U.S.
Contact Madison Rose: MadisonRose@teamdnp.com
Link to My Bio: Madison Rose
Olivia Anderson, LGBT Rights Reporter
Olivia Anderson (She/Her) is a dedicated and insightful reporter based in Philadelphia, PA. With a focus on LGBTQ rights and equality, Ms. Anderson has established herself as a leading voice in the world of journalism, delivering powerful and thought-provoking reporting on the issues that matter most to the LGBTQ community. Whether it’s exploring the latest developments in gay rights or uncovering injustices in the realm of reproductive rights, Anderson brings a sense of personal commitment to every story she covers. At the forefront of the conversation around LGBTQ issues in the U.S., Olivia Anderson is a reporter who is exposing the truth and pushing for equality with every article she writes.
Contact Olivia Anderson: OliviaAnderson@teamdnp.com
Link to My Bio: Olivia Anderson
David Michael, Transgender Forum Moderator
David Michael (He/Him) David Michael is a transman who has been a part of TGGuide since 2005. He is the primary administrator for TGGuide’s transgender forum. David has helped guide our forum team as they have counseled many who came to the forums for friendship and peer support that is free of judgment. The TGGuide message forum is a place for getting information from those who have walked the transgender path.
David Michael is a prolific write in our trans forums. He is insightful and committed to exposing injustices and promoting the cause of transgender equality. He is a trusted associate who is making a difference for transgender people all over the world.
Contact David: DavidMichael@tgguide.com
Link to My Bio: David Michael
Jason “Serviceman”, Website Programming
Jason “Serviceman” (He/Him) Jason is a gay man who lives in New York. He has performed in drag shows at New York LGBT clubs on many occasions. Being a gay man and a drag performer, he is keenly aware of the fight for LGBTQ+ equality and has experienced some of the social stigma and negative attitudes experienced by the transgender community.
Jason is the principal programmer for TGGuide and our sister sites. In fact, Jason developed our chat platform! He serves as a chat moderator in our chat rooms but most days he is busy keeping our platform safe and secure for our members. You won’t see Jason writing many articles but you will experience his programming each time you join us at TGGuide.com. Please say hi to Jason if you see him in the chat rooms.
Contact Jason: JasonServiceman@tgguide.com
Link to Jason’s Bio: Jason “Serviceman”
IN MEMORIAM
Connie Anne Spry, TGGuide Advice Column Contributor
Connie Anne Spry (1947 – 2005) was an advice column contributor for TGGuide.com. After fiercely battling persistent illnesses, she passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 25, 2005. She served two combat tours in the Vietnam War in the Marine Corps. She was an active leader of her local church, an uncompromising advocate for GLBT rights, and the epitome of unconditional love. She was a mother, friend, and sister to many, and will be missed very much.
Link to My Bio & Advice Column: Connie Anne Spry
Roberta Angela Dee, Professional Journalist & African American Trans Activist
Roberta Angela Dee (October 31, 1950–March 13, 2003) was an American author, transgender rights activist and frequent contributor to TGGuide.com. Dee was born in Brooklyn, New York, grew up in Long Island, and lived in Atlanta before settling in Augusta, Georgia. She had a journalism degree. Her writing was published widely, and she was founder of the Women on the Net (WON) website, an early online resource for women of color.
Link to My Bio and Articles: Roberta Angela Dee