TRANS AFFIRM, INC.
Trans Affirm, Inc is a 501C(3) supporting trans Idahoans with resources, advocacy, and education.
OUR MISSION
Provide gender-affirming care and accessible resources for individuals seeking to transition and affirm their identities.
As a pioneer in transgender-affirming care in Southern Idaho, we are dedicated to providing essential resources and support. At Trans Affirm, we are committed to supporting transgender and gender-diverse individuals by offering the following resources.
HOW WE DO IT
RESOURCE HUB
a comprehensive (and ever growing) resource hub for the trans community, their loved ones, and allies.
POP-UP EVENTS
We host Resource Fairs, How-To Worshops, and Community Connection Events link trans and gender-diverse individuals with essential support and community.
TRANSITION WEAR
We provide free transition wear, including binders, gaffs, bras, and other gender-affirming products to ensure trans and gender-diverse individuals have access to feel comfortable and confident.
EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY CARE
Trans Affirm creates educational materials to foster understanding and support for trans identities, offering resources for individuals, families, and allies. We also provide direct community care by distributing Narcan, Plan B, and condoms (18+) to promote health and safety.
MEET THE BOARD
We are looking for a Treasurer!
OUR ORIGIN STORY
Arya Shae, is trans man who experienced firsthand the stark contrast in access to trans care between big cities and smaller towns. After relocating from a major city to Twin Falls, ID, Arya quickly realized how difficult it was for trans individuals in smaller communities to find the resources and support they needed. Recognizing that many crucial resources were shared only by word of mouth, Arya felt compelled to take action and create a more accessible solution.
On April 20th, 2024, the first Trans Affirming Resource Fair, was held in Twin Falls. It has overwhelming success with over 300 attendees, 20 vendors, and hundreds of transition wear items distributed. It was clear that there was a significant and urgent need for such an event in the community, the fair not only met a critical demand but also fostered a sense of belonging and hope among participants.
After founding the Trans Affirming Resource Fair, he grew a team of volunteers to not only host a fair annually, but to create a resource hub organization in Idaho – Trans Affirm, Inc.