Women Speak Tasmania

Tag: breast binders

  • What the ABC Left Out of Its Binder Story

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    The ABC has reported on new Australian research examining whether wearing a breast binder affects exercise performance. The subject is important. So is the physical safety of a practice involving prolonged compression of the chest. But the way the ABC frames the story deserves scrutiny. The article begins with “trans joy”, describes binding as “life-changing”,…

  • Working It Out: What is Happening in Tasmanian Schools? 

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    Recent information from multiple sources — including Working It Out Inc.’s own public statements — confirms that the organisation is actively involved in Tasmanian schools, providing “affirmation planning” for trans and gender-diverse students, assisting schools to develop “inclusive curriculum content,” and delivering professional learning to teachers on “sexuality, sex, and gender diversity.” These activities, described…

  • The Hidden Dangers of Breast Binding for Young Girls

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    Recently, Women Speak Tasmania uncovered concerning information within a teacher training program delivered in Tasmanian schools, including the promotion of so-called “safe binding”—the practice of compressing female students’ breasts with tight garments to create a flatter chest. This practice, has become increasingly common among young girls exploring gender identity. While it may offer temporary relief…

  • Support Sexuality, Sex and Gender Diversity in HPE Training Program – Letter to Jo Palmer

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    Letter from Emma Shaw 06.08.24 Good afternoon Ms. Palmer, We are writing to draw your attention to the extremely disturbing content of a teacher training program being delivered to Tasmanian primary and secondary school teachers by the organization Working It Out on behalf of your department, the DECYP. Women Speak Tasmania has recently been alerted…