Arianna Lint, a transgender advocate in Miami, FL, testifies in support of a nondiscrimination law. Photo: Miami Herald.
The following resources explain up-to-date transgender people’s rights. While we work to strengthen and expand legal protections, there are steps you can take if you face discrimination today in every state and in almost every area of life. Each resource below includes how to file complaints of discrimination or mistreatment and how to find legal help.
Employment (General)
Your rights on the job and filing discrimination complaints with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Immigration Documents
Learn how to update your U.S. Permanent Resident card (“green card”), work permit, or naturalization certificate.
Public Accommodations
Your rights while going to restaurants, hotels, doctors, and other public accommodations.
Restroom Access for Transgender Workers
Employees should be allowed to use the restrooms that correspond to their gender identity.
Social Security
Learn about Social Security benefits questions and how to update gender on your SSA record.