Help send a trans journalist to the 2025 EPATH Conference

BJ Ferguson is organizing this fundraiser.

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Help Me Attend EPATH 2025 : Advancing Trans Health Research & Advocacy

Why EPATH Matters

The European Professional Association for Transgender Health (EPATH) conference in Hamburg this September represents one of the most important gatherings of trans health researchers, clinicians, and advocates worldwide. At a time when trans rights and healthcare access are under unprecedented attack globally, this conference is crucial for:

Advancing evidence-based research that counters harmful misinformation
Building international networks of healthcare providers and advocates
Sharing best practices for trauma-informed, affirming care
Developing strategies to protect trans healthcare access

Why I Need to Be There

As a journalist and advocate covering trans health issues, I've been documenting the ongoing attacks on trans healthcare and the misrepresentation of trans science. My work has included:

Fact-checking harmful government reports and policies
Highlighting innovative approaches to trans-affirming care
Amplifying the voices of healthcare providers creating truly safe spaces
Covering the intersection of politics, science, and healthcare access

EPATH 2025 will allow me to:

Report directly from the conference on cutting-edge research and clinical practices
Interview leading researchers about their work and findings
Learn about emerging threats to trans healthcare internationally
Connect with providers pioneering trauma-informed care models
Share these insights with my newsletter readers and broader community

The Financial Reality

The total cost for this trip is $5,000 CAD /$3650 USD), which includes:

Conference registration and fees
International flights to and from Hamburg
Accommodations for the conference duration
Meals, incidentals, and local transportation
Press equipment and materials

As an independent journalist, I don't have institutional backing for this kind of travel. Your support makes it possible for me to attend and bring back vital information to our community.

What You're Supporting

When you contribute to this fundraiser, you're not just sending me to a conference—you're:

✅ Supporting independent trans health journalism in a media landscape often hostile to our stories

✅ Investing in evidence-based reporting that counters harmful misinformation

✅ Enabling direct access to researchers and clinicians doing life-saving work

✅ Helping amplify innovative approaches to trans-affirming care

✅ Contributing to a network of international advocates and allies

The Urgency

I need to raise these funds by July 31st to secure flights and accommodation. Every dollar brings me closer to being able to attend this crucial conference and share these important stories with you.

How I'll Share What I Learn

I will be posting from the conference to both my social media and the newsletter, including both public and paywalled content just for donors and subscribers:

Live updates from the conference via newsletter, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Bluesky
Exclusive interviews with key researchers and clinicians
Detailed reporting on new research findings
Analysis of how international developments might affect healthcare access
Follow-up coverage of emerging trends and treatments

Thank You

In these challenging times, independent journalism about trans health issues is more important than ever. Your support allows me to continue this vital work and ensures that evidence-based information reaches those who need it most.

Every contribution—whether $5 or $500—makes a difference. Together, we can ensure that accurate information about trans health reaches our community and beyond.

Thank you for supporting independent trans health journalism.

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