MyGender Dolls: Supporting Transgender and Gender-Diverse Children
MyGender Dolls is a therapeutic tool designed to support transgender and gender-diverse children, developed by professionals from the Institute for Sexual and Gender Health. With the shift to remote therapy due to COVID-19, an accompanying app has been created for kids to use during telehealth sessions. The dolls feature diverse body types, skin colors, and a wide range of clothing and accessories, allowing children to express their gender identity and visualize their anatomy. The initiative has gained recognition and aims to expand its offerings by collaborating with transgender artists and distributing the dolls to gender therapists.
What are MyGender Dolls used for?
MyGender Dolls are designed as a therapeutic tool for transgender and gender-diverse children to help them visualize their anatomy and express their gender identity.
How does the app work with the dolls?
The MyGender Dolls app allows children to use the dolls during telehealth sessions with their caregivers and therapists, providing a supportive environment for gender exploration.
What features do the dolls have?
The dolls include a variety of body shapes, skin tones, and over 100 clothing and accessory options, ensuring that all children can see themselves represented and choose how they wish to express their gender.