Health and well-being among racialized trans and non-binary people
Abstract
Research is lacking on the intersection between being trans or non-binary and a racialized immigrant in Canada. Alberta, in particular, is one of the top 4 provinces where the most trans or non-binary immigrants reside. Racialized trans or non-binary participants reported alarmingly high levels of discrimination, violence, assault, fear, and negative experiences with the police and legal system. Findings from this research apply to Canada in general.
Notes
Key recommendations
Make research on the intersection between racism and transphobia a greater priority
Location: Canada-wide study with data aggregated by province
Community organizations: n/a
Future research / gaps identified
Expand research on this topic
Integration timeline
Participants in 3 categories:
1) newcomers (5 or less years in Canada)
2) established immigrants (greater than 5 years in Canada)
3) second generation immigrants
Key findings
Among trans or non-binary respondents that were also racialized immigrants:
1) 72% experienced verbal harassment recently
2) 45% had been harassed at work or school
3) 73% worried about being stopped or harassed by the police because of their gender identity
Key populations
Racialized trans or non-binary people in Canada
Open access: Yes