While there are many advocacy organizations focused broadly on the LGBTQ+ community there are very few that are led by and created specifically for the trans community, and in Massachusetts, MTPC is that organization.
Our Programs
REACH
REACH provides transgender and nonbinary people in Massachusetts with financial assistance for a variety of expenses. Trans and nonbinary people experience economic inequities at some of the highest rates across the state and nationwide. In MTPC’s Working for Lived Equity (W4LE) 2019 community needs assessment, one in two trans people identified paying bills and emergency funds as a top concern regarding their basic needs. REACH aims to alleviate the financial hardships experienced by trans individuals in our community.
IDA Network
MTPC’s Identity Document Assistance Network (IDA Network) provides guidance, support and financial assistance for trans, nonbinary, and gender expansive people living in New England who are seeking to update their legal name and/or gender on federal and state documents. Not everyone needs an attorney’s assistance in this process, but it can still be very overwhelming and complicated so we’re here to help! While MTPC does not currently provide legal representation or legal counsel, we will refer you to an appropriate legal resource if necessary.
G.E.A.R.
G.E.A.R. (Gender Euphoria and Affirmation Resources) provides access to gender-affirming products, garments, supplies, and other resources at no cost.
Trans Leadership Academy
The Trans Leadership Academy focuses on providing trans and nonbinary individuals with skills, knowledge, experience, and support that they are often not afforded the privilege of gaining in traditional educational or workplace settings due to the aforementioned issues. By supporting trans people with workforce development, mentoring and training, and material and financial support in an affirming environment we hope to alleviate the impacts of systemic issues of unemployment, economic inequity, incarceration and recidivism.
