If you’re the parent, guardian, or loved one of a trans, non-binary, or gender-diverse person, you’ve already taken one of the most powerful steps on this journey: showing up with love and the desire to learn. In a world where the stories of trans people are too often framed by struggle, it’s essential to also find the joy, resilience, brilliance, and beauty that define so much of trans life.
It’s natural to seek hope and understanding, to want to surround your loved one—and yourself—with affirming voices, powerful representation, and stories that inspire rather than isolate. Fortunately, such stories exist in abundance. Across digital platforms and communities, trans people are sharing their victories, their creativity, their laughter, and their love. These narratives not only affirm the humanity of trans individuals, but they also illuminate a path forward for families who wish to celebrate, support, and grow alongside them.
Whether you’re just beginning to explore, or looking to deepen your knowledge, we’ve curated a collection of websites, platforms, and communities where you can discover authentic, joyful depictions of trans lives. These sources aren’t just about visibility—they’re about celebration.
Here are a few websites and platforms where blog readers can find more stories of trans joy and positive trans media depictions:
Trans News
- Them (http://www.them.us) – A LGBTQ+ focused publication by Condé Nast that covers trans issues, culture, politics, and personal stories.
- LGBTQ Nation (http://www.lgbtqnation.com) – A well-known LGBTQ+ news site that regularly reports on trans rights, policy changes, and community issues.
Storytelling & Blogs
- TransLash Media (https://translash.org/) – A multimedia platform dedicated to telling trans stories, including uplifting narratives, podcasts, and documentaries.
- Transgender Map (https://www.transgendermap.com/) – A comprehensive resource for trans people that also highlights success stories and positive experiences.
- AutoStraddle’s Trans/Nonbinary Archives (https://www.autostraddle.com/tag/trans/) – A feminist and queer-focused site featuring personal essays and uplifting trans stories.
Social Media & Online Communities
- #TransJoy Hashtag on Instagram & Twitter – Searching #TransJoy or #TransIsBeautiful can lead to a wealth of firsthand, joyful trans experiences.
- Reddit – r/TransPositive – https://www.reddit.com/r/TransPositive/
- A dedicated community for positive trans experiences and uplifting discussions.
Positive Media Depictions
- GLAAD’s Transgender Media Program (https://www.glaad.org/transgender) – GLAAD advocates for accurate and positive trans representation in media and highlights uplifting trans stories.
- The Visibility Project by Transgender Law Center (https://transgenderlawcenter.org/the-visibility-project/) – Focuses on celebrating trans people’s resilience and success through storytelling.
- Netflix’s “Disclosure” (2020) Documentary (https://www.disclosurethemovie.com/) – Examines trans representation in Hollywood, celebrating positive progress and calling for better storytelling.
Keep the Joy Going—And Share It
These platforms and stories are just the beginning. Trans joy is all around us—in art, in advocacy, in everyday moments—and it’s amplified when we share it with one another. As a parent, sibling, grandparent, or chosen family member, the media you engage with matters. It shapes how you see your loved ones, how you support them, and how you speak up in your communities.
We’d love to hear from you: What stories have inspired you? What books, shows, documentaries, blogs, or social media pages have helped you feel more connected, more hopeful, or more informed?
Join the conversation on our Instagram and help us grow this collection of trans-positive media. Your recommendations might be exactly what another family needs to see today. Tag us or drop your favorites in the comments—let’s build a library of joy, together.
💖 Find us on Instagram [@transfamilyalliance] and let’s celebrate trans lives, voices, and stories—loudly and proudly.
If you’re the parent, guardian, or loved one of a trans, non-binary, or gender-diverse person, you’ve already taken one of the most powerful steps on this journey: showing up with love and the desire to learn. In a world where the stories of trans people are too often framed by struggle, it’s essential to also find the joy, resilience, brilliance, and beauty that define so much of trans life.
It’s natural to seek hope and understanding, to want to surround your loved one—and yourself—with affirming voices, powerful representation, and stories that inspire rather than isolate. Fortunately, such stories exist in abundance. Across digital platforms and communities, trans people are sharing their victories, their creativity, their laughter, and their love. These narratives not only affirm the humanity of trans individuals, but they also illuminate a path forward for families who wish to celebrate, support, and grow alongside them.
Whether you’re just beginning to explore, or looking to deepen your knowledge, we’ve curated a collection of websites, platforms, and communities where you can discover authentic, joyful depictions of trans lives. These sources aren’t just about visibility—they’re about celebration.
Here are a few websites and platforms where blog readers can find more stories of trans joy and positive trans media depictions:
Trans News
- Them (http://www.them.us) – A LGBTQ+ focused publication by Condé Nast that covers trans issues, culture, politics, and personal stories.
- LGBTQ Nation (http://www.lgbtqnation.com) – A well-known LGBTQ+ news site that regularly reports on trans rights, policy changes, and community issues.
Storytelling & Blogs
- TransLash Media (https://translash.org/) – A multimedia platform dedicated to telling trans stories, including uplifting narratives, podcasts, and documentaries.
- Transgender Map (https://www.transgendermap.com/) – A comprehensive resource for trans people that also highlights success stories and positive experiences.
- AutoStraddle’s Trans/Nonbinary Archives (https://www.autostraddle.com/tag/trans/) – A feminist and queer-focused site featuring personal essays and uplifting trans stories.
Social Media & Online Communities
- #TransJoy Hashtag on Instagram & Twitter – Searching #TransJoy or #TransIsBeautiful can lead to a wealth of firsthand, joyful trans experiences.
- Reddit – r/TransPositive – https://www.reddit.com/r/TransPositive/
- A dedicated community for positive trans experiences and uplifting discussions.
Positive Media Depictions
- GLAAD’s Transgender Media Program (https://www.glaad.org/transgender) – GLAAD advocates for accurate and positive trans representation in media and highlights uplifting trans stories.
- The Visibility Project by Transgender Law Center (https://transgenderlawcenter.org/the-visibility-project/) – Focuses on celebrating trans people’s resilience and success through storytelling.
- Netflix’s “Disclosure” (2020) Documentary (https://www.disclosurethemovie.com/) – Examines trans representation in Hollywood, celebrating positive progress and calling for better storytelling.
Keep the Joy Going—And Share It
These platforms and stories are just the beginning. Trans joy is all around us—in art, in advocacy, in everyday moments—and it’s amplified when we share it with one another. As a parent, sibling, grandparent, or chosen family member, the media you engage with matters. It shapes how you see your loved ones, how you support them, and how you speak up in your communities.
We’d love to hear from you: What stories have inspired you? What books, shows, documentaries, blogs, or social media pages have helped you feel more connected, more hopeful, or more informed?
Join the conversation on our Instagram and help us grow this collection of trans-positive media. Your recommendations might be exactly what another family needs to see today. Tag us or drop your favorites in the comments—let’s build a library of joy, together.
💖 Find us on Instagram [@transfamilyalliance] and let’s celebrate trans lives, voices, and stories—loudly and proudly.
