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MATURE CONTENT WARNING. This project's personal accounts of medical transitioning DO NOT constitute professional medical advice. Please consult a licensed healthcare provider regarding any gender-affirming medical decisions or care.
Isang powerful companion Quickiki, mga Bes! Matt Alea from Transmasculine Philippines opens up about his personal journey with medical transition. He provides short but candid insight into navigating gender-affirming care like top surgery and taking testosterone in a country that lacks comprehensive transgender healthcare resources. Saan, paano, magkano, kanino? Heto na nga!
Language: Tagalog, English
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SOGIESC 101 & Workplace Inclusion
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Developing Inclusive Workplace Policies
LGBTQIA+ History in the Philippines
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