Dozens of pro-trans activists staged a sit-down protest at Edinburgh University, UK, as they blocked the entrance to the launch of a book they claim to be transphobic.

Footage from October 11 features the activists chanting "Shame on you" as people made their way inside a lecture theatre.

One activist is seen preventing people from entering the building by blocking a gap between metal barriers with their body.

The book, "Sex and Gender: A Contemporary Reader", is described as an "exploration of the relationship between sex, gender and gender identity".

The University and College Union (UCU) Edinburgh branch committee has written to the university’s principal, Sir Peter Mathieson, saying it has “concerns about the launch of a transphobic book on campus”.

Pro Trans protesters staged demonstration outside venue of a book launch event at Edinburgh University. Protesters attempted to obstruct ticket holders from entering the venue and shouted abuse. Police and University security maintained access. The book, Sex and Gender; A Contemporary Reader, is described as an “exploration of the relationship between sex, gender and gender identity. Previously Pro Trans protesters have successfully managed to shut down gender critical events at the university.

11 Oct 2023. Pro Trans demonstration at gender critical book launch at Edinburgh University, Scotland.