Louisiana Trans Advocates
About Louisiana Trans Advocates
Since 2011, Louisiana Trans Advocates has been the trusted voice for trans rights and community support in Baton Rouge and across Louisiana. This organization-for-trans-people-by-trans-people was founded on the belief that every single trans person in the state can contribute meaningfully to the movement for trans liberation. Led by experienced activists and organizers, Louisiana Trans Advocates stands out as the first statewide transgender advocacy organization in Louisiana, serving as a beacon for trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming individuals seeking both support and systemic change. The organization's commitment extends beyond advocacy to genuine community care, recognizing that trans liberation is inseparable from the empowerment of intersecting communities facing systemic oppression. They prioritize accessibility and inclusion, ensuring that under-resourced, isolated, and rural communities throughout Louisiana have equal access to support and organizing opportunities. Louisiana Trans Advocates' approach combines direct support services—including monthly social support groups in multiple cities—with strategic legislative advocacy and educational trainings. Their leadership, including the first openly transgender person elected to office in Louisiana, brings authenticity and lived experience to their work. Rooted in Baton Rouge, the organization embodies principles of self-determination, intersectionality, and collective liberation, creating a welcoming space where trans people can connect, organize, and thrive together.