In recent years, social networks have become a powerful tool for raising awareness about gender transitioning. Below are nine trans content creators who provide much-needed visibility and insights through sharing their life stories and other trans-related content. 

1. Miles McKenna (@MilesChronicles)
Some of Miles’ most viewed videos feature deep and sincere footage about his transition. Through the years, he has recorded himself at various stages talking about his feelings and how body dysmorphia felt without him being aware of what it meant.

He gives visibility to the state of confusion and the lack of sense of belonging that a lot of trans people experience as teenagers. He also deeply encourages audiences to seek support from LGBTQ+ centres.

2. Jackson Lennon (@Jacks Journey)
While it’s been more than a year since this Irish content creator posted on YouTube, he’s still active on Instagram. His videos about his journey remain inspiring for anybody and on his platform, he also attempts to debunk many myths surrounding trans people.

Over the years, he has experienced a shift in his professional life as a YouTuber, creating a separate channel for his filmmaking content. 

3. Kat Blaque (@KatBlaque)
Kat Blaque is an American YouTuber sitting at the intersections of transness, Blackness, kink, sex positivity and polyamory. Also a writer, she has contributed to websites such as Everyday Feminism and the Huffington Post’s Black Voices section.

Her YouTube channel shows her opinion on many controversial, tough and political topics, such as the US elections.

4. Ty Turner (@TyTurner)
This YouTuber and entrepreneur fills his account with videos on trans issues and other personal stories such as his top surgery journey. He is also very active on different platforms, such as Instagram, where he states his opinion on Trump’s anti-LGBTQ+ actions.

5. Jammie Raines (@Jammidodger)
YouTuber and author of the bestselling book T in LGBT, Jammie Raines creates content with a comedic approach. His channel contains videos of his commentary on content related to the community, such as gendered products, transphobic news and LGBTQ+ memes.

6. Samantha Lux (@_samanthalux)
This YouTuber started learning about the powers of media at a very young age and decided to start using YouTube to fight against transphobia.

She currently creates content responding to social media trends, discussing events and viral moments related to the LGBTQ+ community.

7. Ami (@Ami’s Adventures)
Ami is a Black queer trans expat and world traveller who shares his journey on YouTube. His content covers an array of topics such as food, travel life, spirituality, dating, building community, gender identity, expression and sexuality. 

He also gives advice and insights to whoever wants to take the same path and find some inspiration along the way. 

8. Jacob Donegan (@itz_jacob_33) 
This Irish creator’s digital presence is more TikTok-focused, but his content is mainly about his transition and the struggles he navigated throughout. This includes dealing with parents, the importance of having a supporting group of friends, why patience is key and which aspects of society have to improve so trans people can have a better life.

@itz_jacob_33 Its been a while, but we are BACK with the ‘Real Talk With Jacob’ 🥳🏳️‍⚧️#fyp #ftmtransgender #realtalkwithjacob ♬ Deep Understanding – Dominic DiTanna

9. Jessie Gender (@JessieGender1)
This YouTuber focuses on issues facing trans and non-binary people, women, and autistic folks, as well as other social and political issues. Her goal is to treat all of these subjects from a constructive and positive approach, leading to an insightful view. 

Thanks to the visibility of these content creators, trans people can feel they are not alone on their journey. Additionally, with their videos reaching huge audiences, cis people can also gain a better understanding and educate themselves on trans lives.