I make decisions for my intersex body

What is intersex?

Intersex is an umbrella term for variations in sex traits or reproductive anatomy. These traits might not fit inside traditional conceptions of what male or female bodies look like. Intersex people are born with variations in their internal or external anatomy, hormones or chromosomes. 

Intersex people deserve bodily autonomy.

The problem is, children’s bodies are often changed for them because of shame and stigma. This includes medically unnecessary surgeries to create a vagina, reduce a clitoris, move a urethra, or remove testes. Most surgeries happen before the age of two. We’ve worked with many of the world’s top human rights organizations. All agree: surgeries to change sex traits must be the individual’s choice. 

What we’re here for.

That’s why interACT works to empower intersex youth and advance the rights of all people with innate variations in their physical sex characteristics through advocacy, public engagement and community connection.

We drive progress on intersex rights

Law and Policy

We work toward policies to give intersex people their own choices about their bodies. Together with communities, doctors, parents and allies, we champion human rights.

Youth Program

interACT Youth is the world’s largest intersex advocacy group for members ages 13-29. We create opportunities for young leaders to express themselves in the media and beyond.

Intersex Media

interACT brings young intersex voices into U.S. news and pop culture. We keep stories authentic and respectful, because we know how media visibility helps lead to policy change.

Intersex Education

We give talks across the world to governments, organizations, workplaces and schools to address discrimination and advocate for our rights.

Intersex Research

We work with medical communities to address disparities and support research that matters to intersex people.

Get involved

We need your help. Learn how you can show up in the fight for intersex rights.