Blogs & Open Letters
Sydney’s blogs are longer pieces of writing that are designed to educate about a particular topic, often related to trans and queer issues, activism, and advocacy. The open letters are typically directed towards a particular person/organization, and/or in response to an event, anniversary, or awareness day.
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An Open Letter on Emotional Labour in a Capitalist Society
An open letter to “J”, a Pride attendee who thought that my emotional labour should be free.
An Open Letter to Pride Organizers
An open letter to Pride organizers about ‘vetting’ who can participate.
An Open Letter on Man vs. Bear
An open letter on the ‘man vs bear’ debate: what it’s about, and why I’d choose the bear.
An Open Letter for Easter and Trans Day of Visibility
An open letter in honour of both Trans Day of Visibility (2024) and Easter Sunday.
An Open Letter to Brianna Ghey
An open letter to 16-year old Brianna Ghey, who died from an act of transphobic violence in 2023.
An Open Letter for Cishet Folks Who “Want to be Queer”
An open letter to cisgender and heterosexual folks who “want to be queer” because they think it’s the “next cool thing”.
An Open Letter for the New Year
An open letter to those who want to learn how to make a New Year’s resolution to be an advocate, ally, and/or accomplice.
An Open Letter to “Allies”
An open letter to those who want to understand the importance of listening in allyship.
An Open Letter on the Trans Day of Remembrance
An open letter to acknowledge, commemorate, and reflect on the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance.
An Open Letter to Lovers of Harry Potter
Still a Harry Potter fan? This letter is for you.