Convirtiendome en mi: the materialization of self in latino transgender men

Atencio, Mauricio (2023) Convirtiendome en mi: the materialization of self in latino transgender men. Masters thesis, Northern Arizona University.

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Abstract

Transgender-identifying individuals and members of racial and ethnic minority groups belong to marginalized populations that may experience health inequity, discrimination, and prejudice in the United States. However, there is very little research on the intersection of men who are both Latino and transgender. This study explored the lives of Latino transgender men: How they have constructed their gender identity over time and how their identities as both Latino and transgender have influenced their views on their transition journey. Thirteen semi-structured interviews with self-identified Latino transgender men between the ages of 19 and 63 were conducted. Thematic analyses from interview data revealed three main themes: family and culture, female-to-male invisibility, and transition process. Individuals highlighted the importance of family and culture when talking about self-identification and overall well-being. Additionally, participants noted the lack of visibility for transgender men which was beneficial for passing privilege but harmful in terms of positive media depictions and representation. Finally, men talked about their personal experience with transitioning both medically and socially and how this lifelong process shaped them into the resilient men they are today.

Item Type:	Thesis (Masters)
Publisher’s Statement:	© Copyright is held by the author. Digital access to this material is made possible by the Cline Library, Northern Arizona University. Further transmission, reproduction or presentation of protected items is prohibited except with permission of the author.
Keywords:	Latino; Qualitative Research; Transgender; Discrimination; Sex roles
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HQ The family. Marriage. Woman
MeSH Subjects:	F Psychiatry and Psychology > F02 Psychological Phenomena and Processes
NAU Depositing Author Academic Status:	Student
Department/Unit:	Graduate College > Theses and Dissertations College of Social and Behavioral Science > Psychological Sciences
Date Deposited:	23 Oct 2025 21:18
Last Modified:	23 Oct 2025 21:18
URI:	https://openknowledge.nau.edu/id/eprint/6270

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