The Research section gathers reading lists, primary sources, and archival material for readers who want to go deeper. It points to the documents, organizations, and scholarship behind the issues explored across the site.
This section will contain:
- Reading Lists
- Primary Sources
- Organizations & Archives
- Additional research resources
Resources will be added here as the library grows.
Common questions
What is in the Research section?
Studies, data, and source material on transgender lives, health, and history for readers who want to go deeper.
Can I use these sources in my own work?
Yes — they’re gathered as starting points. Always check each source’s original publication for citation details.
Related Commentary
Commentary is where Brianna weighs in on news stories, essays, interviews, reviews, upcoming or past events, and site news. A few recent pieces to read alongside the library are listed below.
The Words of Others
The words of others don’t define me. How could they? In many instances, those “others” don’t even know me. They see me and then…
States’ Rights, Until a State Disagrees
Republicans have long championed states' rights on education and beyond — until California chose to protect transgender athletes, and Washington sued to overrule it.
California Court Rejects Federal Bid to Bar Transgender Athletes
A federal judge dismissed the Justice Department’s attempt to force California to exclude transgender girls from girls’ school sports under Title IX.