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6 October 2026

Escalating Experiences of Stigma 2026


This report examines how anti-trans rhetoric, discrimination, and hostility affect the health and wellbeing of trans and gender diverse people in Australia.

Drawing on survey findings and real-world examples, it documents the impacts of abuse, harassment, exclusion, and misinformation across public life, online spaces, and political debate.

We highlight the consequences for mental health, safety, and community participation, and provide recommendations to reduce harm and support trans and gender diverse communities.

The full report presents research and statistics in detail, while the summary and print summary provide an overview with key points.

We Acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Lands and Waterways on which we work and pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past and present. Sovereignty was never ceded. This always was, and always will be, Aboriginal land.

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All information provided on this website is intended as a guide only. Please see your doctor for specific health advice for your individual circumstances. © 2026 Trans Health Research.
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