About a first step toward self-acceptance

Identity: Straight transgender woman
Region:
Chita

Right here, in the area around the drama theater, I walked with a childhood friend who I liked and who accepted me.

That was the first time I went out, interacting with people while being fully myself and wearing clothes that I truly liked. It happened on July 8, 2022.

It was such a warm and wonderful day. It greatly boosted my confidence—made me realize that I am beautiful just as I am and that I am already good enough not to fear anything while being myself.


Artwork designed by a Russian anonymous multimedia artist working within a collective of queer Russian artists. They strive to use art as a tool to resist injustice and discrimination, creating dialogue and inspiring change.