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“I believe that the majority of the population want to see ethical and responsible practice to help GI sufferers. That can be achieved by: Prioritising evidence (Comprehensive psychological assessments, as per the Cass recommendations, should be carried out on a mandatory basis, before any kind of medical intervention). Assessments being conducted by non-ideologues (If the assessments are carried out by people who are capable of identifying likely causes of GI, and skilled in the use of therapies to address GI, the risks of “affirmative only” can be avoided). Encouraging exploration (Engage in meaningful therapy to address and overcome the root causes of GI before any medical steps). Protecting the vulnerable (Ban all medical or surgical interventions on minors until after robust data emerges. In most countries, people cannot consent to have sex until they are 16. Surely, they cannot be allowed to consent to being rendered sterile and anorgasmic for life?) Encourage open mutually constructive dialogue (GI is not going away. Every generation in history has had, and will continue to have GI sufferers. If we are to help and support them facing a difficult and painful challenge, we must see an end to cancel culture and allow open debate without fear). Being compassionate (The vast majority of people who present as GI, 80%, go on to live a gay lifestyle. Before that they struggle with social pressure to be conventional, and guilt about being different. If we, as a society, are more accepting of the range of human sexuality, fewer people would feel the need to be the opposite gender to live well, and contribute to their communities). Balancing of rights (For the small number of people whose GI cannot be addressed by therapy, and who do not live a gay lifestyle, we must find ways to respect their rights to live as well as they can with the challenge, while also protecting the rights to private spaces for women, and the legitimate concerns of parents and athletes). Develop critical thinking during education (If we can equip more of the population to question their emotional biases, and debate using fact, science, evidence and compassion, we can ensure future generations of GI sufferers live more in harmony with their communities).”