A biography for Jazz Jenningshasn’t been written yet.
“I definitely think it's important to share my process when it comes to the bottom surgery, because that information really isn't out there.”
“As I began to grow, my family thought my obsessive interest in girly things was just a normal developmental phase.”
“I'm open, and I'm out there, but I also enjoy being alone, relaxing.”
“Let's face it: your average straight, cis-gender teenage boy isn't going to pursue a relationship with a trans-girl.”
“We just want to help people understand that it's okay to be transgender, and they're just like everyone else.”
“It's so important to look out for your child and protect them.”
“I definitely secretly dream of being a mermaid.”
“GLAAD has so much information and outlets about LGBTQ people and some of the issues we face and who we are.”
“My family has always provided me unconditional love and support.”
“I'm just attracted to people for who they are on the inside.”
“So many transgender people in the community are being covered with this umbrella of misconception that we are going to hurt someone. But we are not trying to hurt anyone.”
“I have a bunch of transgender friends, but they're all spread out across the country.”
“I'm so happy trans visibility has increased immensely.”
“I love experimenting with different hair styles and going clothes shopping.”
“Haters are our ammunition. They motivate us to continue fighting for our rights. That's why I continue to share my story.”
“Seeing states like North Carolina enacting these bathroom bills that are banning transgender individuals from using the restrooms they identify as... it's complete discrimination.”
“I want to help transgender individuals who might be struggling realize that they have to love themselves and stay true to who they are because if they keep moving forward, and keep a positive attitude, then things will get better.”
“If someone is judging you without knowing the content of your character, don't listen to them.”
“For me, Caitlyn Jenner is such a huge role model. She's really making a difference in our society by just being brave and sharing her story. People say she's not brave and courageous, but to me, she is so brave and courageous.”
“I think being a teenager is a difficult journey in and of itself, but being transgender makes it that much harder.”