Social Participation of Transgender Baby Boomers in Québec
Author Information
Author(s): Valpuesta Dolores Majón
Primary Institution: Université de Sherbrooke
Hypothesis
This study aimed to explore the social participation for transgender older adults.
Conclusion
Transgender baby boomers reported positive experiences in social participation, but also faced challenges related to their gender transition.
Supporting Evidence
- 65% of transgender adults report poor mental health.
- Participation was seen as a form of liberation for the activists.
- Activists felt more comfortable interacting with younger generations.
Takeaway
This study looked at how two older transgender women in Quebec participate in their community, showing that while they have positive experiences, they also face some challenges.
Methodology
A case study was carried out with two transgender baby boomer community-dwelling individuals.
Potential Biases
The findings may not be generalizable due to the limited number of participants.
Limitations
The study is based on a very small sample size of only two participants.
Participant Demographics
Two French-speaking transgender women aged 60 and 67 with over 5 years of activism.
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