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Talking About Anti-Trans Legislation Through A Jewish Lens

Anti-LGBTQ+ opponents have been introducing legislation targeting trans youth and their access to gender-affirming health care, facilities, education, extracurriculars, and privacy. As Jews, we are called to take action. This guide provides 3 layered approaches to conversations about trans youth, the legislation that targets them, and Jewish tradition. It is our hope that this resource can be used to elevate conversations about anti- trans legislation and trans inclusion in Jewish spaces.

The Role of Jewish Community Spaces Amid Hostile Legislation for LGBTQ+ Youth

As more states have anti-LGBTQ+ laws on the books, especially as they pertain to youth programming and education, your Jewish organization could be becoming the only space where LGBTQ+ youth can have their chosen name and pronouns used, talk to a trusted adult outside of their family, access gender-neutral bathrooms and facilities, or learn about the many ways people can express their full selves. This flyer lays out some basic ways that Jewish institutions can navigate anti-LGBTQ+ state laws.