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TRANSform

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This is an ongoing research project designed to investigate the health and wellbeing experiences of the Australian trans and gender-diverse community.

 

STEP 1: Complete the TRANSform enrolment survey, which includes demographic information and your email address.
 

STEP 2: Keep an eye out for email invitations to participate in TRANSform surveys and interview-based studies. All these studies are voluntary - if you do not want to participate, ignore the email.

 

We like to keep everyone updated on the progress of the research they have participated in. Several times a year you will also receive research update emails from us. These will detail any publications and government or media engagement. You can opt out of TRANSform at any time, no questions asked.

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Participants

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We are recruiting individuals aged 16 years and above who have a gender that is different from what was presumed for them at birth, including (but not limited to) trans, gender-diverse, and non-binary gender identities, or have a cultural gender identity different to man or woman. All participants will go into a draw to win one of 50 x $100 Giftpay vouchers that can be redeemed at a variety of stores and services.

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Aims

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The purpose of TRANSform is to provide robust, accurate, relevant, and current information which will provide insight into the health needs of trans people across the lifespan and guide future policy and planning of gender-affirming and general health care services. As a trans-led project, TRANSform also raises the profile of community-led research and provides opportunities for trans researchers.

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What Has Been Achieved So Far?

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Since its launch in May 2020, four sub-surveys have been completed as part of TRANSform. We have run two surveys (2020, 2022) to examine the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the trans community. Results have been published in the International Journal of Transgender Health, the Trans in the Pandemic Report, featured by ABC News and SBS, and presented to numerous LGBTIQA+ organisations and government representatives. Our study on pelvic pain in people using testosterone therapy has been published in LGBT Health, and an accompanying blog post has been shared widely by LGBTIQA+ organisations and support groups. Another study exploring estradiol dose and wellbeing outcomes is currently under peer review. Ongoing or future sub-studies of TRANSform focus on experiences and support around suicidality, the development of the first-ever gender euphoria scale, and barriers and facilitators to participation in sport and fitness.

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Collaborations

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We invite collaborating researchers who may seek to analyse existing data or to perform a new sub-study/survey as part of TRANSform to express interest via the Collaborate button. Expression of interest forms will be initially submitted to Sav Zwickl then reviewed by the investigative team to assess scientific validity and appropriateness of data use. All projects must directly contribute to improving the health or well-being of the community or contribute to the education or training of a trans researcher. Investigators will provide written feedback and subsequent ethical approval will need to be obtained.

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Join study now or collaborate with us.

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