Finding Information 

Finding reliable information is a process. The first place you may look when seeking answers about gender identity is the internet to find other members of the transgender community. This is a great place to start!

The purpose of this library resource guide is to support the beginning stages of your research (information from those in the community) with additional information that you can find in the libraries and from health practitioners.  

Not everything you learn from peers, the library, or health practitioners will be right for your situation/research. Analyzing and evaluating resources is an important part of the research process because it helps you think critically about currency, authority, accuracy, intended audience, biases, and the purpose of information sources. The evaluation criteria below should help you work through that process. 

If you need help locating library resources, please contact the Women’s and Gender Studies/LGBTQ Studies Librarian, Julie Leuzinger (she/her/hers).

NOTE: While we have tried to use inclusive language in this guide, if you notice anything that could be improved, please don't hesitate to contact us with suggestions.