Gender Affirmation

Gender affirmation is the process through which individuals affirm and express their authentic gender identity. This can include social changes like adopting a new name or pronouns, medical steps such as hormone therapy or surgeries, and emotional support to align one's outward appearance and experiences with their true gender. It aims to reduce gender dysphoria—distress caused by a mismatch between assigned sex and gender identity—and promote well-being, authenticity, and confidence. Overall, gender affirmation respects and supports a person's self-identified gender, helping them live more comfortably and true to themselves.