Trans Communities
TRANS MARYLANDERS DESERVE TO LIVE OPENLY, SAFELY, AND
WITH FULL LEGAL AND SOCIAL RECOGNITION
At FreeState Justice, we’re proud to stand with Maryland’s trans communities in the fight for respect and the right to live authentically. Whether you're navigating identity documents, seeking affirming care, or defending your rights in the workplace or housing, we’re here to support you with the affirming resources you need. Our services are built to meet the everyday needs of trans Marylanders, offering legal help, provider referrals, inclusive trainings, and more!
What can freestate do for you today
Legal Name and Gender Marker Changes
FreeState Justice provides pro bono legal support for trans people seeking to update their legal name and gender markers. We’ll help you understand the process, gather what you need, and navigate the system with confidence!
Access to Gender-Affirming Care and Provider Referrals
Through our Resource Navigation Program, FreeState Justice connects trans Marylanders with gender-affirming healthcare providers, therapists, and clinics that respect their identity. We understand how difficult this search can be, and we’re here to help make it as easy as possible!
Legal Support for Identity Documentation
From driver’s licenses to birth certificates to passports, FreeState Justice helps trans people secure the identity documents they need. We provide the guidance you need to ensure your paperwork aligns with your gender identity — these documents matter, and we’re here to help you get them so you can live authentically in every area of your life.
Employment and
Housing Protections
Discrimination in housing or employment is still a reality for many trans people in Maryland. FreeState Justice provides legal and resource help to protect your rights in these areas, challenge discriminatory treatment treatment, and help you navigate these complex systems that weren’t built for our communities.
Advocacy And
Education Programming
FreeState Justice offer inclusive trainings to organizations and groups that foster safer, more inclusive communities for all. Many of our sessions focus specifically on how to support and affirm trans people in workplaces, schools, clinics, and beyond! Whether you’re an employer, educator, healthcare provider, or just want to better support the people around you, we’re here to provide you with the easily understandable information you need!
