Documents written by Mercedes Allen at AlbertaTrans.org and indicated with an asterisk(*) are available for community organizations to print, distribute and -- in the cases of trans-related and ally organizations outside Alberta -- adapt for their use. Publications linked to off-site and not indicated with an asterisk are subejct to those organizations' or websites' reprint policies.

I do not pretend to speak for all trans identities, I simply do my best for those I understand, to the best of my knowledge and ability. I welcome other opinions and other voices, and would be happy to include any additional trans-pertinent writings here, provided they are not condemning of other transgender identities and advocate safe, responsible, consensual and respectful living.

Brochures:

• Behind The Mask: Understanding Transgender People* (frontside, backside, text version): A general overview of what transgender means and dispelling some basic misperceptions.
• The Diversity of the Transgender Community* (frontside, backside, text version): A look at the various labels within the trans community and understanding them.
• Transgender People in the Workplace* (frontside, backside, text version): A guide to handling transition at work.
• Transgender Day of Remembrance (frontside*, backside*, text version, website, print names list*, text list*): A discussion of an annual event within the community, held circa November 20th. (* note, the TDoR website is not part of the asterisked ToS.)
• Trans-Friendly Doctors List* (Edmonton, Calgary, Rural): For inclusion, please contact Mercedes to discuss.
• Safe Dating, the Silent Alarm and Signs of Predation* (frontside, backside, text version): Ways to help stay safe when dating new people.

Articles:

• Why "Sex Change" Surgery is Medically Necessary (coming soon)
• Transgender Needs Assessment (text)
• Transbigotry (text)
• Gives Good Headline: How the Media Loves Its Sex Changes (text)