A bill that seeks to define the terms “woman” and “man” in law has been condemned by experts in transgender and women’s healthcare who say it has the potential to perpetuate significant harm on an already marginalised group.

As a national organisation working across the full spectrum of women’s health, Women’s Health Action listens to and elevates the voices of women, gender diverse communities, and their whānau, Women’s Health Action general manager Isis McKay says.“Our perspectives, feedback, and recommendations are grounded in what people identify as the barriers and enablers shaping their health and wellbeing. While the issues raised with us are diverse and wide-ranging, the need for legislation to define the terms ‘woman’ or ‘man’ is not among them.“It is not a priority, and it is not something our organisation – or the communities we work alongside – have called for.”Read the full article here: www.pharmacytoday.co.nz/article/news/health-experts-dub-nz-firsts-man-and-woman-bill-farcical-uns... ... See MoreSee Less