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Transgender and nonbinary services

All of The San Diego LGBT Community Center’s programs are inclusive and supportive of transgender and nonbinary people. In addition to our overall LGBTQ+ resources, we offer services designed specifically for the transgender and nonbinary community through Project TRANS, our Transgender and Nonbinary Services Program. Project TRANS  stands for Transgender Referrals, Assistance, Networking and Services.

Please reach out to trans@thecentersd.org for specific information, or see information below.

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Transgender and Nonbinary Services at The Center

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Know Your Rights: Attorney General Bonta Issues Guidance on Gender-Affirming Care Rights in California (UPDATED 11/13/2025)

Access to Necessary Gender-Affirming Care in CA

In California, you have the right to receive medically necessary gender-affirming care or any other medically necessary healthcare without discrimination. Insurance companies and health plans cannot deny coverage or benefits based on a person’s gender identity or diagnosis of gender dysphoria. Nor can they deny coverage because of inconvenience or inadequate provider networks. If no in-network provider is available within the required time or distance, your insurer must arrange care with an out-of-network provider. Insurance companies also cannot penalize or discriminate against doctors for providing gender-affirming care.

You are Protected from Out-of-State Investigations:

California law protects individuals and families accessing gender-affirming care in our state from other state’s investigation and prosecution. You have the right to receive gender-affirming care in California without fearing that state and local law enforcement will provide your information to aid another state’s investigations into care lawfully performed in California. You have the right to institute a civil action for injunctive, monetary, or other appropriate relief against someone who engages in abusive litigation that infringes on or interferes with gender-affirming care legally performed in California.

Healthcare Practitioners in California are Protected for Providing Lawful, Medically Necessary Gender-Affirming Care:

Medical boards that certify health professionals cannot deny applications for licensure, or suspend, revoke, or otherwise discipline providers based on the performance, recommendation, or provision of gender-affirming care. Staff privileges cannot be denied or restricted based on any out-of-state action against a healthcare practitioner for providing gender-affirming care.

Additional Protections:

  • California’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Long-Term Care Facility Residents Bill of Rights prohibits discrimination against individuals in long-term care facilities based on their actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or HIV status.
  • California requires that foster youth, including transgender, nonbinary, intersex, and gender expansive youth in foster care, have access to medically necessary gender-affirming care, including gender-affirming mental healthcare, based on the prevailing standards of care.
  • Transgender and intersex youth detained in California juvenile facilities have the right to access medical and behavioral health providers qualified to provide care and treatment to transgender and intersex youth.

Obligations of Insurers and Healthcare Plans:

  • Insurers and healthcare plans covered by California law are prohibited from denying an individual a plan contract, health insurance policy, or coverage for a benefit included in the contract or policy, based on a person’s sex. This includes medically necessary gender-affirming care for treating gender dysphoria.
  • Insurers and healthcare plans must also cover medically necessary treatment for gender dysphoria as part of the requirement to cover behavioral health conditions under California law.
  • If an in-network provider is unavailable to provide services according to the geographic and timely access standards, the insurer must arrange for an out-of-network provider to provide the services.
  • An insurance company shall not terminate or refuse to issue or renew professional liability insurance or increase the premium or deductible for healthcare providers based solely on their provision of gender-affirming care, including based on any legal action taken against the provider by another state for providing such care.

RESOURCES 

California has a number of resources for transgender people and the broader LGBTQ+ community: 

If you believe your rights are being violated, you can file a complaint with the California Attorney General’s Office here or with the California Civil Rights Department here. 

A copy of the Know Your Rights guidance is available here.

project trans OFFERINGS

Project TRANS at The Center includes programs designed specifically for the transgender and nonbinary community. Project TRANS stands for
Transgender Referrals, Assistance, Networking and Services.

Trans Femme Support Group

TRANS Femme Support Group

Join this peer-led empowerment group for trans women, trans femmes and those questioning. This is a loving, supportive, and non-judgmental group to connect, share and be heard as your authentic self. This group meets in person.

Transgender & Nonbinary Discussion Group

Join a safe, inclusive discussion group for trans men, trans women and nonbinary folx! Talk about hormones, transitions, life, resources and more! This group meets in person.

Trans Masculine Discussion Group

Join a safe, inclusive discussion group for trans men, trans masc and nonbinary folx! Talk about hormones, transition, life and more! This group meets on ZOOM and In-Person

Transgenero 2000

Unete a un grupo de discusion inclusivo en espanol para personas transgenero, la comunidad LGBTQ, y nuestra familias y amiges. Habla con nosotros sobre transicion, la vida, comparte recursos y mas!

Aromantic & Asexual Discussion Group

Join a safe and inclusive discussion group for aromantic and asexual folx, as well as those questioning! Talk about life, your identity, resources and more! This group meets on ZOOM.

Gender Voice Studio

Join Project TRANS and Kelly Owen Le Roux (she/her) for a conversation about gender affirmative voice services. Learn about shifting your pitch or resonance to help support your gender identity and explore techniques to help sustain a healthy voice.

Many Minds

Join us in a safe space for those exploring, learning, and growing in their multiplicity journey. Whether you are questioning or have a well-established system, we would love to have you& present.

Gender Identity Group at HYC (Ages 10-13)

Join our peer-led group intended for youth exploring, questioning, and curious about their gender identity and expression. This group is facilitated by a clinician.

Project TRANS Advisory Committee

Project TRANS Advisory Committee is a place where folks can voice the needs of our community and collaborate with Project TRANS at The Center to create programming and events that YOU would like to see at our Center.

Transgender & Nonbinary Coming Out Group

Come hang out with like-minded individuals in an open, inclusive and safe space for people of color, trans, nonbinary and queer folx!

Healing Rainbows

Únete al Transgender Health & Wellness Center y a Servicios Latin@x en The Center para Healing Rainbows, un grupo de discusión bilingüe para adultos transgénero y de género expansivo.

Project TRANS Community advisory committee

Interested in expanding your role as a volunteer? Would you like to be part of a Community Advisory Committee? The Community Advisory Committees (CACs) support The San Diego LGBT Community Center's mission and programs. Project TRANS stands for Transgender Referrals, Assistance, Networking and Services. We offer programming specifically for the transgender and nonbinary community.
LEARN MORE AT THECENTERSD.ORG/CAC

If you’re interested in joining the ProjectTRANS Advisory Committee, please contact: trans@thecentersd.org

Project TRANS At The Center
Programs and Events

20
November
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Center Library is open Monday-Friday, 10AM-4PM

Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours:  Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147.   ...

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20
November
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Cyber Center

The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...

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20
November
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Gender Voice Studio: Transformative Speech Pathology

Join Project TRANS and Kelly Owen Le Roux (she/her) for an empowering conversation on gender-affirmative voice services! Dive into the world of pitch and resonance to harmonize with your unique gender identity. Explore sustainable techniques to find your authentic voice, be it deeper or lighter. Bring your curiosity and let’s uplift each other! Kelly Owen […] ...

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Trans Femme Support Group
20
November
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trans Femme Support Group

Welcome to our peer-led support group for trans women, trans femmes, nonbinary, and those questioning. This is a caring, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to connect, share and be heard as your authentic self. For ages 18 and up.  Virtual: 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month, 6-7:30 pm In Person: 2nd and 4th Thursdays of […] ...

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Transgender Day of Remembrance
20
November
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Transgender Day of Remembrance 2025

Join us as we gather to mourn the loss of our beloved trans and nonbinary community members with a candlelight vigil, including performances, a keynote speaker, food, and community resources. Remember and connect with the trans and nonbinary community. This event is free and all are welcome. When: Thursday, November 20th, 2025 AT 6:00 PM […] ...

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Survivors of RV/IPV All Genders
20
November
6:30 pm - 7:45 pm

Survivors of RV/IPV – All Genders (Virtual)

This group is open to survivors of relationship violence (RV) or intimate partner violence (IPV) of all genders. When: Thursdays, 6:30-7:45pm Contact: For more information, contact L (they/them) at ltuiletufuga@thecentersd.org ...

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21
November
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Center Library is open Monday-Friday, 10AM-4PM

Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours:  Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147.   ...

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21
November
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Cyber Center

The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...

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21
November
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Yoga at The Center

Join us for Serenity Yoga with instructor Nathan Serrato (he/him). Come move, breathe, and find your balance in this inclusive and restorative class designed to support your well-being. Yoga mats are available. All ages and experience levels are welcome! When: Every Friday, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Where: 3909 Centre St. San Diego, CA 92103 Contact: For […] ...

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21
November
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Transgender & Nonbinary – Discussion Group

Join a safe, inclusive discussion group for trans men, trans women, and nonbinary folx! Talk about hormones, transition, life, resources, and more.  This group meets in-person. American sign language interpretation services have been confirmed for this event. For ages 18 and up.  When: Third Friday of the month, 6-7:30pm Where: 3909 Centre St, San Diego, […] ...

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22
November
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Cyber Center – Saturdays

The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...

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24
November
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Center Library is open Monday-Friday, 10AM-4PM

Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours:  Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147.   ...

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24
November
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Cyber Center

The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...

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24
November
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Grief & Loss – Discussion Group (Virtual)

Join us to connect with others who have experienced personal loss. Led by volunteer facilitators, this group is a safe, nonjudgmental space to receive support. When: Mondays, 5-6:30pm Where: Virtually via ZOOM Contact: For more information on the group or the Zoom Link, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org   ...

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24
November
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Many Minds

Plurality is a safe space for those exploring, learning, and growing in their multiplicity journey. Whether you are questioning or have a well-established system, we would love to have you& present. This group is for ages 18 and up. When: 2nd and 4th Mondays, 6:00-7:30 pm Where: The Center, 3909 Centre St. San Diego, CA 92103 Contact: Email […] ...

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Women's Services at The Center: Women's Discussion Group
24
November
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Women’s Discussion Group (In Person)

Join us in an open discussion group for LBT+ women to talk about a variety of subjects, including relationships, school, work, family, friends and any other topics of interest. This is a great place to build friendships and community! When: 2nd and 4th Monday, 6-7:30pm Where: The Center, 3909 Centre St, San Diego Contact: For […] ...

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24
November
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Transgender and Nonbinary Coming Out Group (Virtual)

This group supports transgender and nonbinary people in all stages of exploring their gender identity. Open to transgender women, transgender men, Two-Spirit, nonbinary/genderqueer/agender/ gender-fluid/ gender non-conforming people, people who are intersex, those questioning, and exploring their gender identity. This group is for ages 18 and up. Virtual: Every 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month, […] ...

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25
November
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Center Library is open Monday-Friday, 10AM-4PM

Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours:  Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147.   ...

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25
November
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Cyber Center

The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...

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25
November
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

RVTIP – Transgender & Nonbinary

This group is for San Diego County residents who have perpetrated intimate partner violence; either court-ordered or self-referred. This is a 52-week program and the curriculum is LGBTQ-focused. You can start at any time. Please reach out to us to schedule an intake before attending this meeting. When: Tuesdays, 1–3pm Contact: rvtip@thecentersd.org ...

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25
November
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Project TRANS Advisory Committee

Project TRANS Advisory Committee at The Center is Back on Zoom! This committee is a place where folks can voice the needs of our community and collaborate with Project TRANS at The Center to create programming and events that YOU would like to see at our Center. We encourage all trans & nonbinary individuals interested […] ...

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25
November
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

HYC Tues – Gender Identity Support Group, Ages 10-13 (In Person)

Join us for a Gender Identity Support Group at Hillcrest Youth Center for ages 10-13. When: Tuesday, 5:30-6:30pm Where: 514 Pennsylvania Ave., San Diego, CA 92103 Contact: Email HYC@thecentersd.org or call 619.497.2920 x 122 Hillcrest Youth Center services include: Safe & Affirming LGBTQI+ space, support groups, mental health resources Computer lab, community closet, snacks, video games, […] ...

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Relational Wellness Group
25
November
7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

Relational Wellness Group (Virtual)

Join us for the Relational Wellness Group, a space for folks in same gender and gender queer relationships to gain and practice individual emotional regulation skills, effective and collaborative communication, and equitable equanimity techniques. This group will support individuals in partnerships (ENM & monogamy) who are seeking additional skills to facilitate the strength of their […] ...

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26
November
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Center Library is open Monday-Friday, 10AM-4PM

Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours:  Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147.   ...

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