Chinese transgender activist Chao Xiaomi, a gender non-conforming individual, at her vintage clothing store in Beijing. Photo: Simon Song
Being transgender in China: activist on her struggles, and surgeon on his patients’ biggest challenge
- Chao Xiaomi says there is still a serious lack of LGBT education in China, and wants to reach out to its smallest and most traditional communities
- A gender reassignment surgeon says the medical community also lacks understanding, and criteria for surgery can be tough for patients to meet
Chinese transgender activist Chao Xiaomi, a gender non-conforming individual, at her vintage clothing store in Beijing. Photo: Simon Song