Autism, Queerness, Parenting and Family Dynamics with Schereéya

Send us Fan MailToday on Dem Bois Podcast, I get to sit down with Schereéya, who discusses his journey, including the challenges of navigating gender identity, the intersectionality of being autistic and trans, and the importance of visibility and representation. Schereéya also shares his positive experience with top surgery and the ongoing process of transitioning while co-parenting. He advises parents to be honest and open about their transition with their children and to seek support from trans-friendly communities.We talk:How the name Schereéya chose him - 4:06The intersectionality of being autistic and trans - 16:01How he feels one year after top surgery - 26:40Transitioning with a family - 33:00Talking to children about transitioning - 45:45Click here for transcription!Episode References:Start with Why, book by Simon Sinek Read more about Schereéya in his bio below:Schereéya (He/Him/Fae/Faer) is a multi-disciplinary artist and outspoken advocate for building equity through representation of Blackness, Indigeneity, neurodiversity and queerness. Currently based in Pittsburgh, PA, Schereéya’s practice focuses on freedom: Freedom of Play, of Joy, of Magic and Whimsy, of the mandate to Know oneself. “The act of Knowing myself helps me liberate myself from others’ expectations. Knowing is an ongoing process, and it takes practice and exploration. That’s what my work is- the practice of self-exploration as a method for understanding the condition of humankind.”Buy Schereéya’s poetry collection Prayers & Pixies at https://redhawkpublications.com/Poetry-c120141004Instagram: @schereeya Tiktok: @studios.pghCelebrate 10 years of Dem Bois Inc.!2026 marks ten years of Dem Bois Inc. To honor this milestone, we invite you to join our 10 for 10 campaign by giving $10 a month to help sustain the care, leadership, and visibility that trans men of color deserve.Your support helps build a future rooted in care, visibility, and possibility.Donate today!Donate today to support Transmasc Gender Affirming Grants and Community Wellness Packages for Trans Men of Color!The  Visibility = Possibility™️ Merch is here! - Not just merch, but a movement! Dem Bois Community Voices Facebook Group is a safe, moderated sanctuary where trans men of color can connect authentically, discuss podcast episodes, share powerful experiences, and build support networks. Dem Bois YouTube Channel! - @demboisinc - Exclusive content you won't find anywhere else!