Dahil sa mahabang buhok ng transgender na si Jade, hindi raw siya pinayagang mag-face-to-face classes kung hindi siya magpapagupit. Pagdating naman ng kanilang senior high school graduation practice, na-call out siya at pinauwi ng isang department teacher.
Pero dahil sa DepEd Order No. 32 s. 2017, ang Gender-Responsive Basic Education Policy, natupad ang pangarap ni Jade na makatungtong ng stage at makapag-martsa sa kanilang graduation.
Makalipas ang dalawang taon, kumusta na nga ba ang buhay ni Jade?
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Pero dahil sa DepEd Order No. 32 s. 2017, ang Gender-Responsive Basic Education Policy, natupad ang pangarap ni Jade na makatungtong ng stage at makapag-martsa sa kanilang graduation.
Makalipas ang dalawang taon, kumusta na nga ba ang buhay ni Jade?
#IWitness #iBenteSingko
#Transnene
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00:00It was also in 2022 when I found out about Jade's story because it went viral on social media.
00:08Jade is a senior in high school who refused to march for her graduation because of her long hair.
00:15We were practicing for the graduation ceremony.
00:18A department teacher called me out and asked me to go home.
00:21She said she'll come back when I'm ready to sacrifice my hair.
00:25Jade's parents were also confused.
00:29Were you worried that she might not be able to march?
00:32As her parents, she's a great honor to us.
00:36She didn't say anything.
00:39She was the one who fought for JB Takasawa.
00:42She didn't say a word.
00:44She was on the spot when she said she didn't want to march.
00:47Of course, I was hurt.
00:51That's why Jade asked one of her mentors, Ms. Chance Global 2020, Mela Hapichan,
00:58to post on social media the situation of Jade and other transwomen
01:03who refused to march because of their long hair.
01:08After that incident,
01:10the Department of Education issued a memorandum
01:13that requires respect for the gender expression of each student,
01:19even the way they dress that is in line with their gender identity,
01:23as long as their parents allow it.
01:27How did you feel when you finally marched on stage?
01:30You thought it was over.
01:32At first, I was hopeless.
01:34I was so happy, especially when I saw my mom's reaction.
01:38I was so happy because that's what I really wanted to do,
01:40to march on stage and acknowledge my hard work.
01:46At the same clinic, Jade, who is now 19, is being consulted.
01:58Jade's treatment is more consistent compared to Ashley's.
02:03She also takes injections at the same time as her pills,
02:06which means she has to spend P1,000 a month for her injections.
02:12The former JB is now a Jade.
02:17She also slowly grew her hair longer.
02:20I feel happier when I feel confident that I can get my hair done.
02:25I feel more confident when I feel confident that I can get my hair done.
02:36Hi, guys. Good afternoon.
02:38So, today…
02:39At the moment, a group of young people in their barangay, Jade, is being consulted.
02:45She is the leader of the Committee on Social Inclusion and Equity.
02:50Barangay, this afternoon, we are prohibiting smoking in public.
02:59But it's not just issues.
03:01She is also advocating for the LGBTQIA plus community.
03:05So, now, sometimes we have outreach programs.
03:08There are organizations like SAC organization, NYNJOSA.
03:13So, we also have HIV awareness and HIV testing.
03:18We also conduct livelihood programs.
03:21So, I don't limit it to the LGBT sector only.
03:27Jade's brother, whom we met, is only 10 years old.
03:34Jeffoy loves TikTok.
03:45But his excitement back then…
03:49…suddenly disappeared when I asked him about his dad.
03:55Don't be afraid of your mom and dad.
03:57Because our parents, even if we get scolded, we always love them.
04:03That's okay. That's okay.
04:06But their junior, Nene, might change.
04:18Let's go.
04:22His dad accepts him because he really likes him.
04:28Jeff told his dad that he doesn't want long hair or lipstick.
04:37Sometimes, his dad would say,
04:39Jeff, let's get a haircut.
04:42He would listen.
04:43I told him that it's okay.
04:46I even told my mom that it's okay.
04:48I told her that I'll just do my studies.
04:53Oh, okay.
04:54What about your classmates?
04:56If I don't know them, if I get scolded, I don't pay attention.
05:01My classmates know that I'm gay.
05:05They don't scold me anymore.
05:11How did you feel when you told your mom and dad?
05:14I was so happy.
05:16I told them that I'm gay.
05:19I told them what I want.
05:23Jeff has another new dream.
05:26I want to be a lawyer.
05:28A lawyer? Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
05:31I just want to be innocent and not get jailed.
05:39Jade stopped taking hormone pills this year.
05:44She also stopped studying to work because her mom got sick.
05:49My mom is a family member now.
05:52I give half of my allowance to my mom.
05:57I give my allowance to her laboratory and check-ups.
06:02I don't think about taking hormone pills anymore.
06:06It affects my mental health.
06:07I see that my classmates are beautiful now.
06:12They are able to grow their nose and mouth.
06:17Sometimes, I feel insecure.
06:19What if I have money?
06:22Maybe, I can't do a lot for myself.
06:25Maybe, I lack satisfaction and confidence.
06:28But I always think that there's a right time for everything.
06:33What effect did it have on you?
06:34Did you have a withdrawal?
06:36Because you've been using it for a long time.
06:38Why did you stop using it?
06:40It's a good thing that I'm thin.
06:42I'm not fat.
06:44So, it's not easy for my muscles to grow.
06:46But there are some changes.
06:48I don't have a lot of acne.
06:52It's the same level as before.
06:54Since I'm getting thinner, it's getting thinner.
06:58I'm also growing my facial hair.
07:01I'm also growing my facial hair.
07:03I'm also growing my facial hair.
07:05So, I need to shave.
07:08The group JOSA continues to guide trans women.
07:13Not only in their physical transition,
07:15but also in their mental and emotional aspects.
07:19What's the danger of self-medicating?
07:22Super.
07:24It's dangerous.
07:25We're still in our prime.
07:27When I was young, I had a lot of problems.
07:31I wasn't successful.
07:35That's why we're here.
07:37To guide them.
07:39If it's still happening,
07:42and we can still see that it's being done,
07:46or it's okay to do it,
07:48for me,
07:50you're putting yourself in danger.
07:53Number one, your health.
07:55That's the first thing that will affect you.
07:57After that,
07:59your mental health will also be affected.