How can the government justify putting a "pause" on essential healthcare? Gender-affirming treatment is not a political issue—it is a fundamental human right and a critical health issue.

This petition is about more than policy; it is about protecting the rights and identities of transgender individuals. It is about love, acceptance, and ensuring access to life-saving medical care for those who need it. The suspension of gender-affirming treatment in Queensland is a direct attack on the well-being of trans youth, and we will not stand by in silence.

Across the globe, thousands of advocates remain steadfast in their support for gender-affirming care. Research from the University of Texas at Austin has shown that access to these treatments significantly reduces suicide rates among transgender individuals, proving that this care is not just necessary—it saves lives.

The Queensland Children’s Gender Service has been a lifeline for hundreds of young people, providing safe, evidence-based care. An independent review completed last year found no evidence of patients being hurried or coerced into treatment decisions. Instead, it highlighted the careful, deliberate processes underpinning these interventions.

This pause in treatment and care is, therefore, both highly unjust and dangerous for the mental and physical health of trans individuals. As the Australian Professional Association for Trans Health emphasizes, these treatments frequently lead to positive, life-changing outcomes. We believe every human being has the right to live their truth, and this includes access to medical treatments that make that possible. Your protest can strengthen this call for justice.

We call on the Queensland government to listen to medical experts, trans individuals, and their families. Healthcare should be guided by evidence and compassion, not political agendas. Lift the pause and restore access to gender-affirming treatment now.

Sign this petition today, and let's appeal to the respective authorities in Queensland to lift this detrimental suspension on gender-affirming care.