Individuals identifying as transgender are among the most vulnerable and marginalized persons in custody. Presenters will explore current issues faced by incarcerated transgender people and jail administrators who house them. Discussion includes issues of discrimination, safety, classification and housing, health care and gender affirming care, and how affirmatively addressing known and potential issues reduces legal liability.
Learning Objectives:
Provide a better understanding of transgender basics, including evolving terminology.
Identify factors attributing to the overrepresentation of transgender individuals in prisons and jails.
Examine additional challenges transgender individuals face while incarcerated and explore ways to proactively address.
Outline the importance of housing assignments as well as day-to-day interactions with transgendered individuals while incarcerated.
Identify the importance of facility policy that addresses searches and other issues.
Review transgender litigation stemming from incarceration and lessons learned.
