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Legal Council Selected as Grantee for Transgender and Gender Diverse (TGD) Wellness and Equity Program
Legal Council for Health Justice is thrilled to be a grantee of the new Transgender and Gender Diverse (TGD) Wellness Equity Program!
Read MoreClient Focus: Eve Enacts Change
The Trans Health Law Project is Legal Council’s newest service area, and it’s an essential one. Our client Eve’s* story exemplifies the critical role that collaborative advocacy, perseverance, and humanity play in rendering Illinois a safe state for trans community members.
Read MoreNational Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD)
HIV can impact everyone; however, certain communities—especially women and girls—are often excluded from the conversation regarding HIV. National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWAGHAAD) is an opportunity to increase education around and show support for women and girls impacted by HIV/AIDS.
Read MoreALC’s Trailblazing Work Advancing Transgender Rights
In pursuit of gender self-determination and equal rights for all and through the support of an Equal Justice Works fellowship, the Legal Council is expanding our advocacy for transgender individuals…
Read MoreBreaking Barriers: Ensuring Medicaid Coverage of Gender-Affirming Surgery
** The featured image was created by Ms. Z Williams for Transgender Day of Remembrance ** Every journey of gender transition is a unique and valid expression of one’s authentic…
Read MoreIllinois is Leading the Way for Transgender Rights in the Midwest
In the evolving landscape of transgender rights in the United States, Illinois has emerged as a beacon of hope, progress, and inclusivity for the community – particularly at a time…
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