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Friend,
In just 8 days, the Florida Board of Medicine’s rule prohibiting doctors from providing transgender medical care to minors will take effect. Not only does this rule impose a politically-motivated blanket ban on essential, best-practice medical care, it also prohibits further research on this type of care. Medical providers need more research to provide the highest level of care and help save young lives. This rule is dangerous, and unfortunately these kinds of attacks on trans youth are not new. As we track more than 400 anti-LGBTQ bills being considered across the country, it’s critical that we continue our work to protect trans and nonbinary young people every day.
Our 2022 U.S. National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health by State found that 54% of trans and nonbinary youth in Florida seriously considered suicide in the past year, and 20% made an attempt. Transgender young people consistently report disproportionate rates of suicide risk compared to their peers, and the increased politicization of their very existence continues to harm their mental health and sense of self.
No matter what, one thing is certain — Trevor is here for LGBTQ young people, and they are not alone, right now or ever.
Our advocates will continue to oppose harmful policies.
Our supporters and allies will rally.
Our community will show up.
Know this:
To all transgender and nonbinary young people in Florida, and nationwide, who are feeling scared and worried right now, we will always support you through these challenging moments, and we’ll continue to fight for you every day.
If you or someone you know needs help or support, The Trevor Project’s trained crisis counselors are available 24/7 at 1-866-488-7386, via chat or by texting START to 678678.
What can you do to help right now?
Learn more about showing up for Trans & Nonbinary Young People
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