Supporting all Trans & Intersex Staff Across Government a:gender is the inclusive support network for staff in Government Departments and Agencies, covering all aspects of gender reassignment, gender identity, gender expression and Intersex. Who can join a:gender ? Anyone in Government Departments and Agencies, and appropriate non-Government Departmental Bodies on current contracts, can join a:gender. We have two types of membership, both are free: Members This includes, but is not limited to, anyone who is or identifies as Trans, Transgender, Transsexual, Non-Binary, Gender Fluid, Genderqueer, Gender Variant, Cross-dresser, Genderless, Third gender or Bigender, and anyone who is Intersex. You do not have to be in the workplace to become a member. We maintain absolute discretion when ‘out’ contacting members, Friends and Relatives This is for anyone who wishes to support the aims and objectives of the a:gender network and be kept up-to-date with our Newsletter and our activities. Our Allies programme is directly linked to the Friends and Relatives membership. Our vision We believe in and work for an inclusive vision empowering civil service staff regardless of gender reassignment, identity, intersex and/or gender expression, a vision which enables all to be their authentic selves, to give of their best in a safe working environment and in so doing ensure we are the very best Civil Service network we can be and a centre of excellence in government. Our Aims To support compliance with the Public Sector Equality Duty across the Service by helping to identify discrimination against, and harassment of, Trans and Intersex people, both as employees and as service users, and to assist constructively in the reduction and, where possible, elimination of these adverse impacts. To provide confidential and mutual support within a safe environment, and to encourage members to share experiences of working in Government Departments/Agencies and associated Departments/Offices. To educate and raise awareness and increase knowledge of the issues that affect Trans and Intersex Staff. To provide support, advice and consultation, and to raise any concerns with colleagues, managers and stakeholders. Our Work
Supporting all Trans & Intersex Staff Across Government a:gender is the inclusive support network for staff in Government Departments and Agencies, covering all aspects of gender reassignment, gender identity, gender expression and Intersex. Who can join a:gender ? Anyone in Government Departments and Agencies, and appropriate non-Government Departmental Bodies on current contracts, can join a:gender. We have two types of membership, both are free: Members This includes, but is not limited to, anyone who is or identifies as Trans, Transgender, Transsexual, Non-Binary, Gender Fluid, Genderqueer, Gender Variant, Cross-dresser, Genderless, Third gender or Bigender, and anyone who is Intersex. You do not have to be ‘out’ in the workplace to become a member. We maintain absolute discretion when contacting members, Friends and Relatives This is for anyone who wishes to support the aims and objectives of the a:gender network and be kept up-to-date with our Newsletter and our activities. Our Allies programme is directly linked to the Friends and Relatives membership. Our vision We believe in and work for an inclusive vision empowering civil service staff regardless of gender reassignment, identity, intersex and/or gender expression, a vision which enables all to be their authentic selves, to give of their best in a safe working environment and in so doing ensure we are the very best Civil Service network we can be and a centre of excellence in government. Our Aims To support compliance with the Public Sector Equality Duty across the Service by helping to identify discrimination against, and harassment of, Trans and Intersex people, both as employees and as service users, and to assist constructively in the reduction and, where possible, elimination of these adverse impacts. To provide confidential and mutual support within a safe environment, and to encourage members to share experiences of working in Government Departments/Agencies and associated Departments/Offices. To educate and raise awareness and increase knowledge of the issues that affect Trans and Intersex Staff. To provide support, advice and consultation, and to raise any concerns with colleagues, managers and stakeholders. Our Work