The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved a $7 million pilot program to expand wellness and equity services for the trans, gender-expansive and intersex community.
The program will distribute the funding over two years through grants to TGI organizations and nonprofits providing housing and health services, and engaging in outreach programs.
At Tuesday’s board meeting, Supervisor Lindsey Horvath stressed that TGI individuals face significant housing, health, employment and safety challenges and increased discrimination.
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“At a time when attacks on these communities are escalating across the nation and even in our own backyard, we must decisively act to provide protection, support and opportunity for everyone to thrive with dignity,” Horvath said.
Approving Horvath’s motion, the board directed the Department of Public Health to provide a report back in 60 days, detailing the program specifications and funding allocations.
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