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Xoxy: A Memoir (Intersex Woman, Mother, Activist)
by Kimberly M. Zieselman
Intersex- a child who is born with an underdeveloped XY chromosome.
I had heard of Intersex throughout my life. Now, I realize this was in large part due to the work of people like Kimberly Zieselman. She was born Intersex but only told she had underdeveloped female reproductive organs and needed a hysterectomy at 15. It wasn’t until decades later that she came to understand that lie and how unnecessary surgeries, in the name of “normal” , dangerously effected children without their consent. She has since then worked tirelessly to fight for consent, education of and support of Intersex. This falls within the already existing human right regarding forced child sex organ surgery.
The bravery Kimberly displays throughout her journey is absolutely inspiring! XOXY is a story of hope and empowerment, not because there isn’t a life threatening challenge at every turn, but because Kimberly has chosen to focus on the positive surrounding what once was a taboo condition. I am humbled and in awe of the heroes portrayed in XOXY!
I had heard of Intersex throughout my life. Now, I realize this was in large part due to the work of people like Kimberly Zieselman. She was born Intersex but only told she had underdeveloped female reproductive organs and needed a hysterectomy at 15. It wasn’t until decades later that she came to understand that lie and how unnecessary surgeries, in the name of “normal” , dangerously effected children without their consent. She has since then worked tirelessly to fight for consent, education of and support of Intersex. This falls within the already existing human right regarding forced child sex organ surgery.
The bravery Kimberly displays throughout her journey is absolutely inspiring! XOXY is a story of hope and empowerment, not because there isn’t a life threatening challenge at every turn, but because Kimberly has chosen to focus on the positive surrounding what once was a taboo condition. I am humbled and in awe of the heroes portrayed in XOXY!