This guidance was prepared by the New Jersey Department of Education after a review of policies and guidance from other states and organizations, and in consultation with educators, counselors, school psychologists, advocates, and parents. The intention is to provide district administrators to take steps to create an inclusive environment.

The materials in this guide are for informational purposes only and are not legal advice or a solicitation for legal services. The reader should not rely upon or act on any information in this guide but should seek legal counsel for his/her individual circumstances. Steps in the Name & Gender Change process are outlined along with sample documents and other

The mission of the Bias Crime Unit, located within the New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice, the statewide coordination of efforts to eliminate crimes motivated by prejudice against others based on race, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, gender identify or expression and national origin.

P.L. 2021, c.033 (S2545) prohibits discrimination against LGBTQI and HIV+ people living in long-term care (LTC) facilities in New Jersey. It also requires LTC facilities to provide training for all staff on the requirements and how to better treat and care for LGBTQI and HIV+ residents.

TransParenthood is a support group for parents and family members of trans, nonbinary, and gender questioning youth.