Davy, Zowie (2007) Transgender spectrum: a move away from hierarchies. In: Lesbian Lives VII, University College Dublin.

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Abstract

Transgender studies flourished in the 1980s and 90s. During this time there was a political shift from the term ‘transsexual’ to ‘transgender’– at least in some circles – which was announced to be important politically as a way of changing associations between the ‘transsexual’ and the medical construction of gender variance. The replacement of the ‘transsexual’ would help define and refocus the debate on ‘the most important’ element of trans people’s lives, that of, gender identity.However, division began to appear between transpeople on the basis of recognition. This paper explores these divisions and suggests how transgender politics may build bridges over the political ravine.

Item Type:	Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
Additional Information:	Transgender studies flourished in the 1980s and 90s. During this time there was a political shift from the term ‘transsexual’ to ‘transgender’– at least in some circles – which was announced to be important politically as a way of changing associations between the ‘transsexual’ and the medical construction of gender variance. The replacement of the ‘transsexual’ would help define and refocus the debate on ‘the most important’ element of trans people’s lives, that of, gender identity.However, division began to appear between transpeople on the basis of recognition. This paper explores these divisions and suggests how transgender politics may build bridges over the political ravine.
Keywords:	transgender politics, transgender studies
Subjects:	L Social studies > L320 Gender studies
Divisions:	College of Social Sciences > Faculty of Health & Social Sciences > Lincoln School of Health & Social Care
Depositing User:	Zowie Davy
Date Deposited:	06 Apr 2012 12:25
Last Modified:	06 Apr 2012 12:25
URI:	http://eprints.lincoln.ac.uk/id/eprint/5047

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