The Unique Experience of Trans-Masculine Individuals
By virtue of being designated female at birth, but recognizing some degree of inherent masculinity, whether FTM or somewhere else on the trans-masculine spectrum, we are uniquely vulnerable. Our gender status may be used against us in abuse. Or the life we dreamed of having after we transitioned may make us susceptible to those who could charm us for nefarious purposes and then abuse us. We do not quite fit in traditional paradigms and services for cisgendered women and men. Here is where we can speak about the experiences unique to us and support each other.