Dear John,

At VoteRiders, we know that #TransPeopleVote. That’s why we work with trans voters to ensure that their IDs match their name and gender. It’s important not just for voting but also for making people feel more confident and secure in many aspects of their lives. 

Chanel Riser

Chanel Riser’s story is just one example of how our ID work helps trans voters. Chanel is a Black trans woman living in Detroit who had hit a dead end trying to obtain an ID that reflected her chosen name and gender. 

Chanel was referred to VoteRiders for help, which is when she met up with our Detroit organizer at that time, Tracy. Tracy went down to the courthouse with Chanel and did not take no for an answer. 

She made sure that Chanel got her name legally changed, and VoteRiders covered all the fees and transportation costs for her (numerous!) appointments. 

She told us that now that her name matches her ID, it feels like a weight has been lifted. “I’ll be more comfortable,” she said. “Once your pronouns are on your ID, there’s nothing to worry about.”

On this Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor all the trans people who have lost their lives to anti-transgender violence. We know that an important element in the fight for safety and equal rights is ensuring that all trans voters can participate in our democracy without fear.

Be sure to share our resources for all trans people who need accurate information and free help getting voter IDs.

In solidarity,

Lauren Kunis
CEO and Executive Director
VoteRiders

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