Thirty-six law professors, legal researchers and other staff from two Alberta universities are asking the province to reconsider policy changes affecting transgender youth.Posted: Feb 15, 2024 2:16 PM EST | Last Updated: 2 hours ago
An open letter from staff at the University of Alberta and University of Calgary law schools raises concerns about Alberta's plans for transgender youth. Thirty-six law professors, legal researchers and other staff from two Alberta universities are asking the province to reconsider proposed policy changes affecting transgender youth.
The province would also clamp down on transgender female athletes competing in women's and girls' sports.The policies have also spurred protests — both at the grassroots level and from groups such as the Alberta Medical Association.
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