dave merchant marlin swimming group
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Dave MerchantMarlin Swimming Group
www.marlin.org.uk
Marlin Swimming GroupMany trans people have no access to sports – especially
swimmingImportant to have a “safe space”
Trans people onlyStaff awarenessNon-gendered changing areasAppropriate swim wear
Affordable Equality of opportunity Support from Manchester City Council – discounted ratesFunding from FTM Calendar and Manchester Pride
Barriers to Accessing SportChanging facilities
Fear of being harassedCommunal changing areasGendered changing areasUnfamiliarity in single sex environments
Body and self-confidenceLack of experienceClothes not fitting properlyPhysical strengthNegative experiences
Good Practice for Trans InclusivityPrivate changing facilitiesStaff awarenessZero tolerance of harassmentAppropriate clothing Right to privacyRespect gender identityEngage with trans community
Further Information and ContactsUse of Sports and Leisure Facilities by Trans People, Press
For Change (2005) – www.pfc.org.ukTranssexual people and sport: Guidance for sporting
bodies, DCMS (2005) – available on www.pfc.org.ukMarlin Swimming Group – www.marlin.org.uk, email