
Gender-affirming Healthcare Guide
Quarks (跨青時刻) is the first and only registered organization in Hong Kong led by and targeting transgender and gender-diverse youth. We are dedicated to connecting local transgender youth, and empowering them to thrive and realize their full potential. We strive to promote our visibility to the general public, and collaborate with various sectors to build a society with diversity, equity, and inclusion.
According to the Youth Sexuality Study 2021 (Secondary School Survey) conducted by the Family Planning Association of Hong Kong, approximately 3% of secondary school students identify as transgender and gender diverse. For many transgender individuals, access to gender-affirming healthcare is life-saving and medically necessary. Unfortunately, the lack of readily available information often leads to significant delays in obtaining these healthcare services.
This pamphlet serves as both an introduction to the multidisciplinary services related to gender-affirming healthcare and a guide on how to access these services in both public and private sectors. Additionally, it includes a sample referral letter and consultation dialogue for reference, as well as foundational information about the transgender and gender-diverse community in its latter section. We believe that this resource will be instrumental in raising awareness and improving access to essential healthcare services for transgender individuals.