This blog is an honest, moving account of the challenges trans-man Layton has faced throughout his journey of identifying as bisexual, then later as a lesbian, and finally coming out as trans....
I want to tell you about a truly awesome conversation I had recently with my gorgeous daughter, Tayshan. I’d hoped that we’d manage to kickstart the series with an exploration of her thoughts around sexual and gender identity - I think we managed to knock...
This kicks off our mini-series that discusses, explores and shares stories around gender and sexual identity with some amazing young people...
When did you last feel incredible one moment then suddenly, for no reason, that amazing moment was replaced by frustration or sadness? Sudden, unexplained mood shifts happen to everyone but knowing how to manage them can make all the difference. When your state of mind...
The path to reaching your dreams can seem long and difficult but remaining driven until you achieve what you want is the only way to get there – and that means shutting out negativity. Negativity saps away at determination and confidence, leaving you feeling as...
Having fun is the best stress reliever – but it can feel like we have actually forgotten how to have fun! When did that childish delight in the small things disappear? When did life suddenly become so serious? For a reminder of good, old fashioned fun, turn...
Celebrating your uniqueness and individuality is something that you should do every day of the year by being true to yourself. Yet for many young people finding their identity and understanding who they are can be confusing, isolating and daunting. ...
Even among the challenging times that have faced the world over the past year-and-a-half there have been moments that are truly awe-inspiring and that should remind you to dream big. All great things in life, however big or small they may seem, begin with a dream....
As the pace of life continues and quickens, especially as kids head back to school, it is important to stop and remember why we do what we do – and for Ignition! that is empowering youngsters to be the best they can be. Feeling second best...
Chasing new experiences and embracing change to keep life vibrant is all well and good – but great fun can be found in enjoying traditions that mix comfort and enjoyment. One of the great things about traditions is that you do know what to expect –...