How can I support my friend who is transgender?

Don't feel like you need to make a big deal out of it. Try your hardest to use their preferred pronouns and name if they've decided to change it, let them know that you're there if they want to talk about anything and let them know you support their decision, and there isn't much else you really need to do.

1) Truly honor their gender identity. Use their pronouns and whatever name they ask you to call them. 2) DO NOT out them. Ever. To anyone. Ask them how Out they are, and if there are specific people or places they are in the closet. They need to be able to choose who they are out to to be emotionally, physically, and economically safe. 3) Do some research! Learn what are common mistakes so that you can avoid them. Learn what people find supportive, so you can do that. If you want to be a Super Friend: 4) Learn about gender roles and expectations and stereotypes and start to understand the gender as a social construct. 5) Read books, watch videos and youtube clips, read blogs by people who are trans, and visit trans-related websites. The more and more you learn, the more you can communicate on a deep and compassionate and articulate level about gender, gender issues, and the many issues trans folk face. More than anything though - Just be their friend. They are who they were before they told you, but now they can be more authentic and open about themselves. Realize what an honor they have given you by coming out to you. :)

Ask them. Your friend will tell you how you can best support them. It may start with using their preferred pronouns, or actively supporting their gender expression. It may also include going with them to LGBT or trans* support groups or clubs, or just being an advocate for them.

Understanding. Usually, the reason for hate is ignorance. If you read up on transgender issues and how transgender people feel, you can start to be more empathetic and have discussions on transgender issues. Use the right pronouns, respect their wishes. If you recognize what body dysphoria and hate crimes against trans people are, it will help you support them ultimately :)

A good resource is PFLAG and the Trevor Project, I believe both have resources for Allies :). Also, just be there for them!

Treat them like you usually do; they're still a person. Try to use their preferred pronouns and treat them like they're your friend -- because they still are!

Remind them that you love them for who they are, and how important it is for them to love themselves, too. If you are confused by their process, ask them questions about what they are feeling. There are great books available on the transgender experience, as well, such as Whipping Girl by Julia Serano. Reading books like these, and sharing them with your friend can be an enormous gesture.

Be there for them no matter what! As a trans, I can say that that is the biggest support I could ever have.

Honestly, let them know that you are there for them. Ask them how you could help. Very likely, there won't be any specific thing that they tell you. In which case, just love them and listen to them and be their friend like you've always been.

well , understand them and their sitution , ask them what they like to be called and their prefered name . Dont ask them what makes them uncomfortable like what gender they were born as and like sugery and what not , chances are they may not even know , its kinda like a stranger coming up to you and asking where you live . get my point ? you have to be close to someone before they feel comfortable to anwser , for now just be there :)

A great way to support someone who is transgender is to use the proper pronouns and let them know that you will be there for them no matter what!

Being transgender can be really hard, I'd definitely say be there as a friend; learn teminology so you know what's going on, do research into the different feelings or emotions they can have, and help try to get everyone to be supportive. One person advocating for them can make a world of a difference, but one important thing must be noticed... Use the right pronouns!!!

Some easy steps to take to support a transgender friend are to simply use their chosen name and the correct pronouns, and to correct others if(/when) they use the wrong name/pronouns. One of the best ways of supporting your friend is to simply stand by their side, as a friend, regardless of their gender-identity. A small, but almost certainly appreciated, step is to educate yourself on the matter. It won't take long, and it will really be worth it. Remember, though, that even if you do research on the topic, your friend is still the expert and they know best how they feel. Don't try to undermine their experiences; if something bothers them, it bothers them. (E.g. your friend is upset about someone misgendering them. Don't tell them it was probably a misunderstanding or that people aren't used to using the correct pronouns. Simply listening can be enough.) So, basically respect their identity and be a friend, just as you've always been.

Don't assume you know what the person's experience is. Be guided by what the person tells you about their own situation, and listen without preconceived notions. Treat transgender people the same. While they may appreciate your extra attention to them, they don't particularly appreciate you making a big deal of them. Be supportive. Those who have begun to express a gender different from the one assigned at birth are usually undergoing a major life changing event. Patience, understanding, and a willingness to discuss issues these changes will bring about will help them through a difficult and emotional time

Be understanding. Try to put yourself where they are at, but unless you have felt off in your own body, you won't understand. Give them advice on transitioning; proper binder usage, hormone and testosterone treatments. And just be there in general. If they have a preferred pronoun or name, use it and if you mess up and forget, apologize. Make sure you completely understand where they stand in their transitioning.

You should foremost keep this in mind to call them by their preferred names. Secondly, you should use the right pronouns for them. Thirdly please correct anyone who isn't using the right name or pronoun. And lastly be there for them to lean on.

Make sure you fully understand Transgender culture. This could really help your friend feel accepted

Use the right pronouns and name! But there may be times where it's safer to not use them, so just ask. Also make sure they know you have their back and will support them the whole way.

Just act normal around them as tough you would a normal friend. They are no different in personality they might just be discovering who they are. If they are being bullied though, stand up for them, support them as they are still your friend just with an extra special bit on the side. :)

1. Don’t treat them any differently 2. Stand up for them 3. Just be a good friend as tho they weren’t transgender and just always be there for them 4. If they get surgery or hormones then maybe go with them to appointments

Good idea. Give him a gift like make up. Support him by feelings and discuss with him.

learn about trans struggles, listen to what your friend says about the issues their going through, be kind and understanding, and basically just try to educate yourself as much as possible

One way you can support your transgender friend is to respect their pronouns. They are going through a tough time, especially with all of their new thoughts and hard times. Simply respecting their pronouns and their new name (if they have one) can mean a lot to them. Another way you can support them is to be there to help them if they need it. Just like any friend they need moral support and a good group of friends to help them with everything. You can make sure they understand that you are there for them by reassuring them that you are there for them.

Just be there for you friend, make sure they know you're there for them, encourage them to open up about their feelings, hopes and worries, but without pushing them. And of course, use the pronouns and the name of their choice. Having someone by our side already makes all the difference in the world!

I think the best thing you can do to support your friend is treating them normally. Use the right name and pronouns and just be their friend. If you make mistakes with pronouns or names at first that's okay, it happens but work hard to get them right. Use the right pronouns even when they're not there and don't always say their transgender or stuff like that. If they're struggling with dysphoria remind them they're valid and you love them. Often that helps a lot. I'm sure you're going to do great, and wish the best for you and your friend. Have a nice day!

Be there for them and support them throughout their struggles. That's the best you can do. Hope it goes well! :)

All you have to do is let them know that you are here for them, offer help with anything they may need, and use the pronouns that they would prefer :)

At first I have to say how happy I am about your wish to help. That's the first big step. I have a gay friend and years ago he came out. I wanted to support him, too. I think the way to help is somehow simmilar and one day he reflected our support. He told me, accepting him and treating him as a person, not a gay person, was very important to him. And the guarantee to know that there are people to depend on, still loving him, no matter what people say.

help him feel proud of who he or she is. dont let them think they dont fit in because of who they are. help them gain self confidence and stand up for them.

Just call them by their preferred pronouns, and treat them like they want to be treated, whether they're a trans* boy or trans* girl.