Transgender singer Ethel Cain posted a semi-nude photo on social media. The reactions are very mixed: fans support her, opponents react negatively.

Cain chose this step deliberately. She wanted to show vulnerability and control her body herself. This is important for many transgender people who rejected their bodies.

On social media she gets much support from followers. Critics also gather under the messages. They use the photo to criticise transgender people. That is the downside of such public statements.

For Cain it is not just about this moment. It belongs to a bigger story where she takes ownership of her image and body. For many transgender artists this is important in their work.