LOS ANGELES — The Trans Adult Industry Foundation (TAIF) has partnered with Gather & Grow OC and The Voice Stylist to give away two free voice feminization courses to mark Pride Month.
Gather & Grow OC is described as "a community of therapists, educators and those seeking guidance."
Tina Babajanians, owner of the Voice Stylist, offers "gender-affirming voice therapy and coaching," a rep explained. "Transgender voice therapy is a safe and effective option for any trans person seeking to unlock their authentic voice. Tina works with a wide variety of clients, including trans men, trans women, queer and non-binary individuals to help them discover the full-spectrum potential of their voices."
Babajanians expressed excitement about the Pride Month giveaway.
"A wise human once said that 'the human voice is the organ of the soul,'" she said. "My mission is to unlock the soul of each human I interact within the container of my clinic. My offerings are perfect for folks who wish to discover their vocal potential and find their authentic expression."
TAIF Co-Director Kristel Penn thanked Gather & Grow OC and The Voice Stylist for their support.
"Vocal transition can be an important step in the transition process for trans individuals," said Penn. "It can cause stress and dysphoria for people who feel their voice does not align with their gender expression. It’s important to note that Tina doesn’t believe a trans woman or trans man’s voice should sound a certain way, but rather works with people one-on-one to help them achieve their own personal vocal goals. TAIF does not believe there is one way to be trans and we respect that Tina’s ethos reflects that as well."
Click here for details about entering the giveaway; two winners will be chosen at random on Friday, June 26.
TAIF, in partnership with Gather & Grow OC and The Voice Stylist, is also offering a six-week vocal feminization workshop to run Tuesdays, 4 to 5 p.m. (PDT), beginning July 7 and running through August 11.
The cost is $99, and the class is limited to 20 participants. Email tina@thevoicestylist.com for additional information.
Learn more about TAIF online here and Gather & Grow OC here.
