To every trans and nonbinary young person: You are real. You are loved. You are free to be yourself, to live boldly, to dream big. You are thriving. You are leading. You are shaping the future. Today hurts, but you are not alone. Not now.Not ever.We see you. We believe in you. We’re with you. Always

Seven years ago, a group of transgender kids came together with a simple idea: show the world who we really are. Since then, GenderCool Champions have been leading with joy, purpose, and resilience. They’re writing books, advising companies, and shaping the future as the next generation of leaders.

Chase Glenn, a transgender man who has led the largest LGBTQ+ advocacy organization in South Carolina, is coming on to the national stage as the new executive director of the GenderCool Project. @gendercool.bsky.social

We’re entering an exciting new chapter at GenderCool! On May 5, Chase Glenn (he/him) will join us as our new Executive Director! A proud transgender man, parent, and longtime LGBTQ+ advocate, Chase brings a powerful commitment to sharing the positive stories of transgender and nonbinary youth.

GenderCool Champions are showing what’s possible when transgender and nonbinary youth are supported to lead. Centering their voices is not only powerful, it’s essential to building a world where every young person can thrive.

Creating a world where transgender and nonbinary youth thrive. That's the whole point.

Sawyer’s story is a reminder that being yourself isn’t something that can be taught. Every young person knows themselves best and when they are embraced for who they are, they thrive.

Visibility is just one important piece of the movement. We must keep uplifting transgender and nonbinary voices, not just on March 31st, but year-round.

They're regular teenagers who go to school, hang out with friends, and give back to their communities. They're also testifying in congress, leading advocacy campaigns, and speaking at corporate events, shaping the world into a more inclusive place for their transgender and nonbinary peers.

Because we all need a few positive affirmations right now.

Nava Mau is an actress, film maker, and cultural worker making waves in mainstream representation of transgender people. In 2024, her performance as Teri in Netflix's Baby Reindeer earned her an Emmy nomination for Best Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.

GenderCool is hosting our first-ever cross-company Milestone Virtual Event on Transgender Day of Visibility! It's more important than ever to hear directly from transgender and nonbinary young people as they strive to make change in their communities, the workforce, and beyond.

The GenderCool Project is proud to have collaborated with the great folks at Pixar on its first-ever, original series Win or Lose.

Transgender and nonbinary young people just want to live their lives the same as everyone else. Point blank period.

Before there was Charlie XCX or Kim Petras, there was Wendy Carlos. #Women'sHistoryMonth

"It's so important for us transgender youth to narrate our stories to tell." - Champion Hayden (she/her)

Transgender women have always been at the forefront of innovation, not just in forging the way towards a more inclusive world, but also in creating cutting edge culture.

Transgender and nonbinary young people are here, being raised by kind, loving families just like ours. In a time that feels difficult for many, voices of love, strength, and determination matter more than ever. Every young person should be seen for who they are.