Need Advice Quickly - Mermaids Fundraising

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New here, made this account purely to get advice on this situation.

I'm female, with short hair in a "boys" style. I wear "male" clothes, play football, study maths and science etc. Have no interest in make up, shopping, "girly" things. I've always been like this and probably always will be.

I'm currently in sixth form and going to university soon. Every year my sixth form has a fundraising event for LGBTQ+ charities. I've literally just received an email of the student weekly newsletter and this year the fundraiser is for Mermaids.

I've always been very outspoken about my support for any and every group of people - gay, bi, trans, black, white etc. If I can help people in any way, I will.

However, when I was about 13/14, the transactivists started getting more attention. At first, I thought it was a great thing - being a sufferer of gender (sex) dysphoria myself, I - at least somewhat - understand and empathise with the experiences of transsexual people. And who wouldn't support those brave few people who just want to live a happier life, right?

But then it got a bit sinister, and I found Transgender Trend and this Feminism Chat forum. I began to see the movement for what it really is - a homophobic, misogynistic, transphobic (yes, the "trans movement" is transphobic - threatening and insulting real, genuine transsexual people is transphobic) harmful mess. And I spoke out against this. I questioned it. So from the age of 14 I was repeatedly called in to see people to speak about my "wrong opinions" and my "bigotry" - even though my transsexual friends agreed with me and we were never disrespectful or insulting. Fast forward a few years and my opinions are exactly the same, if not more solidified.

I'm particularly concerned with the movement's focus on children. Children should not be labelled as "trans". At all. Ever. Children do not have the cognitive abilities to even understand what being trans means, let alone to identify as it. I take a huge issue with the fact that my sixth form is fundraising for a "charity" that ostracizes lesbians, gay men, bisexual people, gender non-conforming people, women and transsexuals. I am appalled that this institution I rely on to safeguard and protect the 2000+ young people who attend think it's acceptable to support a cause that seeks only to harm my generation and those of my younger siblings.

I don't hate trans people. Of course I don't. I have a very diverse group of friends, and every transsexual person I have ever met has taken my stance - Mermaids is dangerous. I love the trans people I know, and you know there is a massive problem when trans people are opposing a "transgender charity".

So I have a question for anyone reading this - what do I do? I can't in good conscience sit and watch my teachers, friends and acquaintances blindly throw money at this "cause". I can't. But I'm afraid that if I speak up I'll be labelled as a bigot, as uneducated, as wrong. I really need advice. The fundraiser is on the 24th April, so I have a month to do something - anything - to help people see what is really going on.

Well done idk .
As I think you already understand, this is a lobby group that is intent on pushing some very dangerous ideas at children, rather than a charity. This Times article shows just what the school could be getting into. Take a look at the comments underneath (sort them by most recommended):
www.thetimes.co.uk/article/journalist-faces-police-for-misgendering-trans-woman-5zqr6sqjv?shareToken=778dbb3eb5f7861808947053b4920935

The article really gives an insight into the 'political' nature of the supposed charity and how they operate. Most schools would want to stay clear of an organisation that operates like this. Good luck .

At the very least take in Transgender Trend's School pack.
It's measured, diplomatic and they have won a scientific award on the back of this work (sorry can't remember exactly which right now).

Absolutely mention the "illegal procedure" you are not meant to mention and their "Jelly Baby Theory" cod science.
Their sexism in their own words-
If you are Blonde Barbie in pink you are female, If you are GI JOE in Army get up you are a male, and to top it off with racism, if you are a black woman you are more towards the "Male" side of the "Spectrum" than if you're blonde.

The mind fuckery they promote. Who wouldn't question their gender after a presentation by Mermaids if you're a young child who feels they don't fit in. There's no room for GNC people like yourself, Idk they only tell people like you "you're trans, Have a bunch of irreversible sterilising medication and surgery".

It's right to feel strongly about this. Don't mince your words but it's sad to say, just be careful.

Bring in their "Jelly Baby Spectrum/ Rainbow" PDF to the meeting and just show it for what it is.

TransgenderTrend were runners up for the John Maddox science award, if that’s what you meant?

Applauds OP. Nothing more useful to add but your post has made my heart leap and given me hope. It’s wonderful to hear that young people being indoctrinated with this rubbish can see through it. That said, you seem to possess razor-sharp intellect and insight which will stand you in good stead and I hope you get into the university of your dreams OP. Wish you well. 💐

Might be worth catching the Sunday papers. The Times and the MOS are normally excellent on these issues. (The Mail on Sunday is a separate paper to the Mail).

OP I wish you luck, definitely canvass friends, other parents & teachers quietly to see if others agree and get support. At the most basic level, Mermaids promote giving young children off label drugs, which will most likely lead onto surgery....ending in sterilisation.....why on earth is that a good thing to support? I agree there are no trans children, just kids who are confused about how they fit in & possibly coming to terms with their sexual identity but it is vital that they go through puberty as that is a fundamental part of maturing-it is natural-if after maturity young adults wish to set themselves on a medical pathway, well that’s up to them. What mermaids promote is extremely toxic & has no place in schools. Stonewall has become a joke as how can they support lesbians whilst also saying some women have dicks. Good luck, please post again if you come accross difficulties, it is not transphobic to see the damage this ideology is doing to children (especially autistic ones)

Thanks for all your support.

I've nearly finished the final version of the email (may share on here later). It's really quite (very) long, but I feel obliged to be as informative as possible because otherwise no one is going to take notice.

The fact that it's so long just goes to show how unaware most people are of what is happening. I've learnt a few things myself writing this, and I've been following the debate for years.

It will be interesting to know WHY the person chose Mermaids as a charity to support, and if they really know what they are all about....

Because they didn’t engage critical thinking and swallowed the unicorn. It’s trendy innit?

I think your teachers will be sympathetic. Good luck.

Have just made a separate thread with my email as the OP. Included as much as I could that I thought was relevant. Hopefully it will have some effect.

I really respect the approach you are taking, ie speaking directly to the student (?) who proposed Mermaid. Hope this goes well and that you have others to be there with you.

Bringing in adults / teachers might back fire.

Please do let us know how it goes.

Or maybe, as I cant seem to find it, can you give the link to the new thread you have started. I cant seem to find it!