Transmasculine

(also: transmasc, trans-masculine)

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• General Information
• The Transition of a Binary Transgender Man
• Flags
• AMAB Transmasculine/AMAB Trans Man Flag
• Transmasculine Flag
• Trans Man/Trans Boy Flag
• Transmasculine Coffeebean Flag
• External Links
• Public Figures
• Allums, Kye (October 23, 1989)
• Broadus, Kylar (August 28, 1963)
• Cuee
• Gottlieb, Kade (August 19, 1996)
• Green, Kai M.
• Larsen, Bells
• Man, Chella
• Manuel, Patricio (July 22, 1985)
• Mosier, Chris (1980)
• Mukasa, Victor (August 16, 1975)
• Page, Elliot (February 21, 1987)
• Platt, Elliott Ferrous-Martin (February 24, 2004)
• Raines, Jamie (February 19, 1994)
• Skinner, Robin Daniel (December 15, 1998)
• Smith, Brian Michael (January 29, 1983)
• Strangio, Chase (October 29, 1982)
• Ziegler, Kortney Ryan (December 15, 1981)
• Books/Journals
• Forums
• YouTube Resources
• Terminology Resources
• Location-Based Resources
• Cuba-Based Resources
• Germany-Based Resources
• United States-Based Resources
• Passing/Presentation Resources
• Representation Resources
• Additional Resources

Introduction

Transmasculine is an umbrella term refering to anyone who transitions to a more masculine gender. Sometimes, the term is used even more broadly to refer to those who identify as both transgender and as masculine.

This term is used to include both binary trans men and certain nonbinary people (ex. demiboys) in conversations where their experiences overlap with one another. That being said, not all transgender men will identify with the term transmasculine. Not all transmasculine people are transgender men.

While there are some who are intersex or were AMAB that identify as transmasc, it is a label that is generally associated with those who were AFAB.

This page is primarily for miscellaneous information/resources regarding those who can be generally classified as transmasculine. Click on underlined words to be brought to other sections of The Transgender Dictionary with content relevant to the words or phrases that are underlined. If there are any words, acronyms, or phrases with which you are unfamiliar, please feel free to navigate to a definition via the alphabet menu buttons above.

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General Information

People who identify as transmaculine generally wish to appear more masculine, either through physical bodily means, gender expression, or both. Some transmasculine people will undergo surgeries and hormones, while socially presenting with feminine clothing and/or make up. Others will go full masc. Some will only change clothes/presentation without any physical transition.

Regardless of gender presentation, like any trans people, transmasculine individuals are often subject to not only transphobia but targeted transandrophobia. This is something that, unfortunately, will not change until there is wider understanding and acceptance of transmasculine people.

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The Transition of a Binary Transgender Man

For the purposes of providing examples of what sorts of things a stereotypical transgender man would seek out, this passage will be describing a binary transition. Please keep in mind that not every transgender man (or socially/medically transitioning transmasculine individual) seeks out everything on this list. Every treatment, procedure, action, etc., listed has different levels of commonality. Different people seek different combinations of things to achieve their transition goals.

This explanation is both for demonstration (as in, to help describe the basic concept of a transgender man to those who are not familiar), and to assist those who believe that they may be trans, but aren't quite sure where to start. Clicking on underlined words/terms/etc will lead you to other, relevant sections of The Transgender Dictionary. There is no surgical procedure, treatment, or action that determines whether or not someone is "trans enough." There is no such thing. If someone is transgender, then he is transgender. Transmedicalism should not be tolerated.

Most transgender men will change their names to more masculine-sounding ones. They will typically use he/him pronouns and prefer to be referred to with masculine language. Though it can be difficult and/or expensive to do (depending on the location), many transgender men will undergo legal transition.

Most transgender men who are unable to obtain puberty blockers as children experience gender dysphoria regarding having breasts. A common non-permanent solution for dealing with these typically consists of binding; either via using a binder or using trans tape. A common permanent solution consists of getting top surgery.

Most transgender men will seek out HRT to deal with most aspects of bodily gender dysphoria. MHT helps a lot when it comes to passing as a man as it deepens the voice, promotes facial hair growth, causes bottom growth, and overall masculinizes the body of the person taking it. Some men will try voice training to optimize their voices. Some men will undergo voice masculinization surgery or FMS if they are not happy with the results of TRT - though these last two surgeries are more uncommon.

Many transgender men experience some level of gender dysphoria regarding their natal genitalia. Many transgender men will pack to have the appearance of a bulge (and sometimes stand to pee, depending on the packer used). Some trans men seek out surgeries such as meta and/or phallo to surgically obtain a neophallus. Some transgender men will get scrotoplasty to acquire testes, a hysterectomy to prevent pregnancy, or a vaginectomy to no longer have a vagina.

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Flags

AMAB Transmasculine/AMAB Trans Man Flag

This flag is used to represent transmasculine people who were AMAB. Typically used by intersex people.

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Transmasculine Flag

This flag is used to represent all transmasculine people.

The pink stripes on the transmasculine flag represent femininity.

The blue stripes on the transmasculine flag represent both transitioning to masculinity and the spectrum of masculinity.

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Trans Man/Trans Boy Flag

This flag is used to represent transgender men and transgender boys.

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Transmasculine Coffeebean Flag

This flag is used to represent transmasculine people who do not wish to disclose their AGAB.

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External Links

The links below are provided for one of the following reasons; entertainment, education, research, or are sources for information above. The ideas contained within the links below do not inherently represent those of The Transgender Dictionary. The links below did not pay to be featured, and are not explicitly associated with The Transgender Dictionary.

Public Figures

• Google Docs: Historical Trans Men (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Kri204rqtjusiHrVh_dTEzAndIGTNnU7X0xYANU8yTk/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.g3w0ad2igkxd)

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Allums, Kye

• Digital Transgender Archive: 09/04/2015: Kye Allums (https://www.digitaltransgenderarchive.net/files/db78tc15z)


• OutSports: Dawn Ennis: 10/02/2020: Celebrating LGBTQ sports history: Kye Allums (https://www.outsports.com/2020/10/2/21498421/lgbtq-sports-history-kye-allums-transgender-ncaa-division-one/)

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Broadus, Kylar

• Kylar Broadus (https://kylarbroadus.com/about/)


• Wikipedia - Kylar Broadus (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kylar_Broadus)

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Green, Kai M.

• KMarshallGreen (https://www.kmarshallgreen.com/)


• Oblerin Review: Kerensa Loadholt: 02/19/2016: Off the Cuff: Kai M. Green, Author, Scholar and Activist (https://oberlinreview.org/9689/news/off-the-cuff-kai-m-green-author-scholar-and-activist/)


• The Feminist Wire - Kai M. Green (https://thefeministwire.com/author/kgreen/)


• Transponser: KAI M. GREEN (https://transponder.community/empowering-trans-voices-35/)

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Cuee

• Canvas Rebel: 04/25/2024: Meet Cuee (https://canvasrebel.com/meet-cuee/)


• Cueetie Club (https://cueemusic.com/)


• Instagram: Cueemusic (https://www.instagram.com/cueemusic/)


• Out Write News Mag: Michel Weiner: 06/01/2023: A Review of “Proud Boi”: Celebrating Black Trans Joy (https://outwritenewsmag.org/2023/06/a-review-of-proud-boi-celebrating-black-trans-joy/)

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Gottlieb, Kade

• Los Angeles LGBT Center: Reid Nakamura: 06/17/2024: Gottmik at ‘24 Trans Pride LA: ‘Trans People Are the Most Magical People in the World’ (https://lalgbtcenter.org/vanguard/gottmik-at-24-trans-pride-la-trans-people-are-the-most-magical-people-in-the-world/)


• Wikipedia - Gottmik (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gottmik)

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Larsen, Bells

• Bells Larsen (https://bellslarsen.com/bio)


• Good Good Good: Kamrin Baker: 05/20/2025: Transgender musician sings a duet with themself before and after hormone therapy: 'It's all me' (https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/bells-larsen-transgender-musician-blurring-time)


• LGBTQ Nation: John Russell: 04/15/2025: Trans singer Bells Larsen cancels US tour dates because he can’t apply for a visa under Trump (https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2025/04/trans-singer-bells-larsen-cancels-us-tour-dates-because-he-cant-apply-for-a-visa-under/)


• Wikipedia - Bells Larsen (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bells_Larsen)


• YouTube Video: Bells Larsen: 05/12/2025: Bells Larsen - Blurring Time (Official Music Video)

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Mosier, Chris

• The Chris Mosier (https://www.thechrismosier.com/about-1/)


• Them: Wren Sanders: 01/28/2020: Chris Mosier is the First Openly Trans Man to Compete in Men's Olympic Trials (https://www.them.us/story/chris-mosier-trans-man-compete-mens-olympic-trials)


• Wikipedia - Chris Mosier (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Mosier)

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Mukasa, Victor

• Been Here: 08/16/2017: Victor Mukasa (https://beenhere.org/2017/08/16/victor-mukasa/)


• Trans Intersex History: Victor Mukasa is a trans person, human rights defender, consultant, and a founding director of Sexual Minorities Uganda. (https://transintersexhistory.africa/victor-mukasa/)


• Wikipedia - Victor Mukasa (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victor_Mukasa)

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Man, Chella

• Gossamer - Chella Man (https://gossamer.co/blogs/conversations/chella-man)


• Wikipedia - Chella Man (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chella_Man)

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Manuel, Patricio

• LA Times: Kevin Baxter: 12/07/2018: Pat Manuel will make history as the first transgender male to fight professionally in the U.S. (https://www.latimes.com/sports/boxing/la-sp-pat-manuel-fight-20181207-story.html)


• Latino USA: 03/05/2019: Sayre Quevedo & Maya Cueva: Portrait Of: Boxer Patricio Manuel (https://www.latinousa.org/2019/03/05/patriciomanuel/)


• Wikipedia - Patricio Manuel (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patricio_Manuel)

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Page, Elliot

• Esquire: 06/01/2022: The Euphoria of Elliot Page (https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/tv/a40011366/elliot-page-umbrella-academy-euphoria/)


• IMDb: Elliot Page (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0680983/)


• NPR: Tonya Mosley: 06/07/2023: In a climate rife with hate, Elliot Page says 'the time felt right' to tell his story (https://www.npr.org/2023/06/07/1180437210/elliot-page-pageboy-memoir)


• Wikipedia - Elliot Page (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elliot_Page)

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Platt, Elliott Ferrous-Martin

• Wikipedia - ElyOtto (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ElyOtto)


• YouTube - ElyOtto (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcPtN2tvT3hf9iAHf7J1ejA)

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Raines, Jamie

• YouTube - Jammidodger (https://www.youtube.com/@Jammidodger)


• Wikipedia - Jamie Raines (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jamie_Raines)

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Skinner, Robin Daniel

• Cave Town (https://cave.town/)


• Cavetown - Fandom - Wiki - Cavetown (https://cavetown.fandom.com/wiki/Cavetown)


• Pride Source: Sarah Bricker Hunt: 05/30/2024: 5 Things You Might Not Know About Cavetown (https://pridesource.com/article/5-things-you-might-not-know-about-cavetown)


• Wikipedia - Cavetown (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cavetown)

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Smith, Brian Michael

• https://www.thebrianmichael.com/


• Transponder - Empowering Trans Voices - Brian Micheal Smith (https://transponder.community/empowering-trans-voices-61/)


• Wikipedia - Brian Michael Smith (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Michael_Smith)

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Strangio, Chase

• ACLU: Chase Strangio (https://www.aclu.org/bio/chase-strangio)


• Wikipedia - Chase Strangio (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chase_Strangio)

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Ziegler, Kortney Ryan

• IMDb: Still Black: A Portrait of Black Transmen (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1363482/)


• Still Black Film (https://www.stillblackfilm.org/)


• Wikipedia - Kortney Ryan Ziegler (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kortney_Ryan_Ziegler)


• YouTube: 06/28/2017: University of California Television (UCTV): Still Black: A Portrait of Black Transmen - Trans Media

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Books/Journals

• Becoming a Visible Man (2nd Edition) by Jamison Green (https://transreads.org/becoming-a-visible-man-2nd-edition/)


• Entering Transmasculinity: 06/15/2016: matthew heinz (https://www.intellectbooks.com/entering-transmasculinity)


• Jourian, T. J. 2017. "Transforming College Masculinities: Carving Out Transmasculine Pathways Through the Threshold of Dominance". International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education, 30:3, 245-265. (https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/09518398.2016.1257752)

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Forums

• Reddit - r/ftm (https://www.reddit.com/r/ftm/)


• Reddit - r/FTMfemininity (https://www.reddit.com/r/FTMfemininity/)


• Reddit - r/ftm_irl (https://www.reddit.com/r/ftm_irl/)


• Reddit - r/FTMMen (https://www.reddit.com/r/FTMMen/)


• Reddit - r/FTMOver30 (https://www.reddit.com/r/FTMOver30/)

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YouTube Resources

• YouTube Playlist: DR Z PHD - Gender Specialist | Transgender Adults: Transition Masculinizing


• YouTube Playlist: The Transition Channel: Female to Male/FtM, Transmasculine/FtW


• YouTube Video: Jammidodger: 12/18/2019: Trans Guy & Girlfriend: How Can We Have Kids? Ft. @Shaaba.


• YouTube Video: uppercaseCHASE1: 02/03/2012: trans* enough project.

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Terminology Resources

• Gender - Fandom - Wiki - Demiboy (https://gender.fandom.com/wiki/Demiboy)


• Gender - Fandom - Wiki - Man (https://gender.fandom.com/wiki/Man)


• Gender - Fandom - Wiki - Masculinity (https://gender.fandom.com/wiki/Masculinity)


• Gender - Fandom - Wiki - Trans Man (https://gender.fandom.com/wiki/Trans_Man)


• Gender - Fandom - Wiki - Transmasculine (https://gender.fandom.com/wiki/Transmasculine)


• Health: Claire Gillespie: 10/17/2023: What Does It Mean To Identify as Transmasculine? (https://www.health.com/mind-body/transmasculine)


• Healthline: Sian Ferguson: 01/13/2021: What Does It Mean to Be Transmasculine? (https://www.healthline.com/health/transmasculine)


• LGBTQ History: 10/09/2023: LGBTQ History Month Week 1: Transmasculinity (Invisibility & Illumination) (https://lgbtqhistory.org/lgbtq-history-month-week-1-transmasculinity-invisibility-illumination/)


• LGBTQ Nation: 07/26/2022: What does it mean to be transmasculine? (https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2022/06/what-does-it-mean-to-be-transmasculine/)


• LGBTQIA - Fandom - Wiki - Boi (https://lgbtqia.fandom.com/wiki/Boi)


• LGBTQIA - Fandom - Wiki - Masculine (https://lgbtqia.fandom.com/wiki/Masculine)


• LGBTQIA - Fandom - Wiki - Transmasculine (https://lgbtqia.fandom.com/wiki/Transmasculine)


• MedicalNewsToday: Zia Sherrell: 07/28/2023: Transmasculine: Definition, in practice, and more (https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/transmasculine)


• Merriam Webster Dictionary - Transmasculine (https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transmasculine)


• Nonbinary Wiki - Transmasculine (https://nonbinary.wiki/wiki/Transmasculine)


• Pride Flag Guide - Transmasculine (https://flag.library.lgbt/flags/transmasculine/)


• Spectrum Id - Female-to-Male (FTM) (https://spectrum-id.com/female-to-male.html)


• Spectrum Id - Transmasculine (https://spectrum-id.com/transmasculine.html)


• Trans Language Primer - Boi (https://translanguageprimer.com/boi/)


• Trans Language Primer - FTM / F2M / Female to Male (https://translanguageprimer.com/ftm/)


• Trans Language Primer - Masculine of Center (MoC) (https://translanguageprimer.com/masculine-of-center/)


• Trans Language Primer - Masculinity (https://translanguageprimer.com/masculinity/)


• Trans Language Primer - Trans Man (https://translanguageprimer.com/trans-man/)


• Trans Language Primer - Transmasculine (https://translanguageprimer.com/transmasculine/)


• Wikipedia - Trans Man (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trans_man)

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Location-Based Resources

Cuba-Based Resources

• Central Coordination of the GTMC (Group of Transmasculines of Cuba) -
  En español: El Grupo Trans Masculinos de Cuba surge en 2023 como red de apoyo y plataforma de activismo, enfocada en los hombres trans y las personas trans no binarias asignadas femeninas al nacer.
  Desde nuestro trabajo divulgamos contenido educativo relacionado con las transidentidades; así como organizamos iniciativas para visibilizar a nuestra comunidad, sus realidades y desafíos, y fomentar una cultura libre de transfobia. Mediante nuestro grupo de WhatsApp intercambiamos experiencias y aprendizajes con otras personas trans y ofrecemos apoyos diversos, especialmente dirigidos a los procesos médico, legales y sociales que pueden formar parte de la transición/afirmación de género.
  Entre nuestras líneas de acción se encuentran educar sobre las transidentidades, el género y la sexualidad desde enfoques emancipatorios; brindar ayudas y orientación a personas trans, familias y parejas; generar actividades que potencien la integración y participación activa de las personas trans en la sociedad; enfrentar los estereotipos, estigmas, discursos de odio y discriminación en todos los ámbitos; defender los derechos de las personas trans en Cuba y denunciar sus vulneraciones; impulsar espacios de capacitación y sensibilización con énfasis en los sectores familiar, laboral y escolar; visibilizar nuestras realidades y demandas desde una perspectiva interseccional; compartir experiencias y aprendizajes con otras personas trans y acompañantes en un clima de seguridad, empatía y respeto: y contruir alianzas con proyectos afines que compartan nuestro horizonte de transformación social.
  Contamos con perfiles en diferentes plataformas digitales donde almacenamos y divulgamos materiales educativos así como la trayectoria de nuestro trabajo.
  In English: The Trans Masculine Group of Cuba (GTMC) arises in 2023 as an activism support and platform network, focused on trans men and non-binary people assigned female at birth.
  From our work we disseminate educational content related to transidentities; As well as we organize initiatives to make our community visible, their realities and challenges, and promote a transfobia-free culture. Through our WhatsApp group we exchange experiences and learning with other trans people and offer diverse support, especially aimed at medical, legal and social processes that can be part of the gender transition/statement.
  Among our lines of action are to educate transidentities, gender and sexuality from emancipatory approaches; provide aid and guidance to trans people, families and couples; generate activities that enhance the integration and active participation of trans people in society; face stereotypes, stigmas, hate speeches and discrimination in all areas; defend the rights of trans people in Cuba and denounce their violations; promote training and awareness spaces with emphasis on the family, work and school sectors; make visible our realities and demands from an intersectional perspective; Share experiences and learning with other trans and companions in a climate of security, empathy and respect: and build alliances with related projects that share our social transformation horizon.
  We have profiles on different digital platforms where we store and disseminate educational materials as well as the trajectory of our work.


• Email/Correo: transmasculinoscuba@gmail.com


• Facebook: Grupo Trans Masculinos de Cuba (https://www.facebook.com/share/16uydpgZLR)


• Instagram: Grupo Trans Masculinos de Cuba (https://www.instagram.com/gtmc_oficial/)


• Telegram: t.me/MaterialEducativoGTMC


• Tlf: +53 54570133 (Coord. General)


• WhatsApp (canal): Noticias GTMC (https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaXVI7uFHWpyXB2fnl1i)

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Germany-Based Resources

• transmann (https://transmann.de/) - organisation focused on trans men and community support

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United States-Based Resources

• BlackTransMen.Org (https://blacktransmen.org/) - charity for T.M.O.C.


• DemBois.Org (https://www.dembois.org/) - charity for T.M.O.C.

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Passing/Presentation Resources

• FTM Guide - Men's Shoes in Small Sizes and Lift Shoes (https://www.ftmguide.org/shoes.html)


• ftm passing guide (http://ftmguide.rassaku.net/guide/index.htm) - Binary Trans Man Resource


• The FTM's Complete Illustrated Guide to Looking Like a Hot Dude (https://ftmguide.rassaku.net/guide/index.htm)


• Transaware: Dora Saparow: 03/25/2025: Pass With Confidence: a Guide for Transmasc Presentation (https://transaware.net/pass-with-confidence-transmasc-presentation-guide/)


• Tumblr: 08/15/2012: nihilnovisubsole: AK’s Guide to Suits (https://www.tumblr.com/the-transgenda-agenda/787448221261873152/nihilnovisubsole-nihilnovisubsole-aks-guide) - An introduction to the finer details of menswear, and how to get them right in your… aw, hell, why am I describing it here? Read the intro!


• Wayback Machine: BuzzFeed: 11/22/2013: Antwaun Sargent: Everything You Need To Know About Men's Fashion In One Infographic (https://web.archive.org/web/20131123104853/https://www.buzzfeed.com/antwaunsargent/everything-you-need-to-know-about-mens-fashion-in-one-infogr) - infographic about men's fashion tips

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Representation Resources

• Campaign: Marty Davies: 09/13/2023: Transmasculine visibility and the joy of finally being seen (https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/transmasculine-visibility-joy-finally-seen/1837038)


• Letterboxd: everythingisgay: Transmasc (https://letterboxd.com/everythingisgay/list/transmasc/) - List of Movies/short films/series about transmasc ppl, trans men/boys, GNC & questioning ppl, masc-leaning nonbinary ppl, crossdressers, drag kings, etc.


• Pink News: Hilary Mitchell: 12/06/2024: Exploring what ‘transmasculine non-binary’ means as Oppenheimer star comes out (https://www.thepinknews.com/2024/12/06/transmasculine-non-binary-meaning/)


• Queer Books For Teens - Trans Boys (https://queerbooksforteens.com/find-books/?fwp_gender=trans-boys) - list of books with trans boy characters


• Time: Trish Bendix: 02/02/2020: How a New Class of Trans Male Actors Are Changing the Face of Television (https://time.com/5686290/transgender-men-representation-television/)


• Trans Guy Archive (https://transguyarchive.wixstudio.com/transguyarchive) - transmasculine historical collection.


• Trans Guy Supply: 01/18/2023: 7 TV Shows with Trans Masc/Trans Male characters to Watch Right Now (https://transguysupply.com/blogs/news/trans-men-tv)


• Trans Male Resources: Documentaries, Shows, Films, Interviews, and Games. (https://www.transmaleresources.com/)


• Trans Masc Stories (https://www.transmascstories.com/)


• Work in Progress (https://www.melodymelamed.com/work-in-progress) - portraits of transmasculine people


• tumblr: coldwater-pictures: 05/08/2025: 6 trans masc films with trans actors (https://www.tumblr.com/the-transgenda-agenda/789999747478994944)

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Additional Resources

• Book: The Will to Change: 2004: Bell Hooks (https://dn721601.ca.archive.org/0/items/the-will-to-change-men-masculinity-and-love-by-bell-hooks-z-lib.org.epub/The%20Will%20to%20Change%20Men%2C%20Masculinity%2C%20and%20Love%20by%20bell%20hooks%20%28z-lib.org%29.epub.pdf)


• ftm guide (https://ftm-guide.com/)


• Hudson's FTM Resource Guide (https://www.ftmguide.org/)


• Huffpost: Robi Ludwig, Psy.D., Contributor: 02/18/2015: What Does It Mean to Be Transgender? (https://www.huffpost.com/entry/what-does-it-mean-to-be-t_b_6704446) - Ryan Sallans, who is a transgender man and author of the book, is an activist and international speaker on this topic. Ryan has agreed to answer my questions regarding some of the most-talked-about questions about what it means to be transgender.


• itch.io - 404luxio - tiny pixel pride flags (https://404luxio.itch.io/tiny-pixel-pride-flags)


• LGBTQ Nation: Jamison Green: 08/01/2025: I’ve seen political tension between trans men & feminist lesbians change over the last 5 decades (https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2025/08/ive-seen-political-tension-between-trans-men-feminist-lesbians-change-over-the-last-5-decades/) - As a young trans man, I didn't have many outlets for connecting with others. Now, 50 years later, the landscape has vastly improved.


• MermaidsUK - To Be A Trans Man: A love letter to trans masculinity (https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/news/to-be-a-trans-man-a-love-letter-to-trans-masculinity/)


• My Transition FTM - Suitcase Handle (https://mytransitionftm.wordpress.com/tag/suitcase-handle/)


• Taylor & Francis: Understanding the role of gender congruence and affirming care in trans men’s body image and quality of life (https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/26895269.2025.2483223) - Cahill, L., Staras, C. O., Perera, A. T. M., Jones, B. A., & McDermott, D. T. (2025). Understanding the role of gender congruence and affirming care in trans men’s body image and quality of life. International Journal of Transgender Health, 1–16. https://doi.org/10.1080/26895269.2025.2483223
  Trans men face unique challenges related to gender congruence, body satisfaction, and quality of life (QoL). While research highlights the importance of these factors for transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) individuals, little is known about how they intersect to influence specific QoL domains (e.g. physiological, psychological, social, and environmental) for trans men. Understanding these relationships is critical to developing interventions that support their well-being.
  Findings underscore the importance of gender congruence in shaping body satisfaction and QoL for trans men, highlighting its mediating role in the benefits of gender-affirming care. Interventions should prioritize fostering gender congruence and addressing body image concerns to enhance trans men’s well-being across multiple life domains.


• The Transitional Male (https://www.thetransitionalmale.com/) - Last Updated July 23, 2014


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