We invite proposals from a broad range of disciplines, including philosophy, critical theory, gender studies, literary studies, history, sociology, medical humanities, nursing and midwifery studies, psychoanalysis, as well as from healthcare professionals and activists whose work is relevant to the topic of the conference. We highly encourage individuals to approach the submission with inter- and cross-disciplinary perspectives, and we welcome proposals for co-presentations and panels. We welcome oral and poster submissions. We are happy to consider unconventional contributions beyond traditional presentations. If you have works of art or performances that align with the conference theme, please feel free to get in touch with us to discuss your proposal by writing to transcareucc AT gmail DOT com.

We welcome applications related to – but not limited to:

• History of transgender healthcare
• Application of the principles of healthcare ethics in gender affirmative healthcare
• Contribution of the arts and humanities in the development of gender affirmative curricula for healthcare students
• Ethics of Care and gender affirmative health services
• Critical perspectives on intersex, trans and gender-diverse inclusion in sexual and reproductive health services
• Issues of systemic injustice in the care of intersex, trans and gender-diverse people
• Exploration of intersex, trans and gender-diverse individual’s experience within healthcare settings
• Fear of stigma
• Legal issues around intersex, trans and gender-diverse persons and access to health services

Abstracts should be submitted by 31 March 2024.