There are a few things that we all need: fresh air, water, food, shelter, love ... and a safe place to pee. For trans people who don't fit neatly into the gender binary, public restrooms are a major source of anxiety and the place where they are most likely to be questioned or harassed. In this poetically rhythmic talk, Ivan Coyote grapples with complex and intensely personal issues of gender identity and highlights the need for gender-neutral bathrooms in all public places.

Ivan Coyote: Why we need gender-neutral bathrooms

Why we need gender-neutral bathrooms

Gender-neutral bathrooms offer not just privacy and safety for trans people, but also support those with body image issues or disabilities.

Creating single-stall, gender-neutral facilities is a tangible step towards inclusivity, impacting more than just the trans community.

Gender-neutral bathrooms ensure safety and inclusivity, reducing anxiety for individuals not conforming to the gender binary.