Governor Hochul announces efforts to support Transgender New Yorkers during Transgender Awareness Month

ALBANY, NY- Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a new string of efforts to help support transgender New Yorkers during November Transgender Awareness Month.

“My administration remains dedicated to strengthening resources and protections for transgender New Yorkers so that every individual in our state can live free from discrimination and be valued for who they are,” the Governor said.

Earlier this year, Governor Hochul announced an additional $1 million investment in this fund to support workforce development programming for transgender, gender non-conforming and non-binary (TGNCNB) New Yorkers.

Marking a significant implementation milestone for this initiative, the Department of Labor announced it is now soliciting proposals for this new funding, which will support organizations that demonstrate the capacity to increase access to employment for TGNCNB individuals, promote employment equity for TGNCNB individuals through full and equal access to training services, and eliminate bias and discrimination based on gender identity and expression in the workplace.

Funds can be used for organizations to develop and enhance comprehensive workforce development services and expenses, including occupational skills training, career development services, and supportive services.

Grant submissions are due Jan. 17, 2025. Grant awards will range between $50,000 and $250,000 per year.

Governor Hochul has been a steadfast advocate for transgender, gender non-conforming and non-binary (TGNCNB) communities throughout her administration.

During Pride Month 2022, the Governor signed legislation establishing the Lorena Borjas Transgender Wellness and Equity Fund, allocating $2 million in state agency funding to support organizations that provide critical services for the transgender, gender non-conforming and non-binary community.

Image via the office of New York Governor Kathy Hochul.