Today, ACLU attorney Liz Barber (she/her) and Trans Advocate Johnny McLean (he/him) join host Kalvin Benfield (he/him) to discuss the challenges faced by the transgender community in North Carolina.

In this episode, we'll go over:
1. How do discriminatory laws affect healthcare, education, and sports for trans individuals?
2. Why do lawmakers push transphobic legislation while claiming to have nothing against trans people?
3. What can individuals do to support the transgender community and fight against discriminatory legislation?
4. How important are community support and local activism in advocating for trans rights?

And the biggest question of all is, Do you want to make a difference?

Tune in to learn how to get involved, research candidates, attend local meetings, and advocate for trans rights. The fight for trans rights continues—be part of the change!

About our Guests:
Liz Barber (she/her) joined the ACLU of North Carolina in 2019 as the Reproductive Freedom Fellow, focusing on enhancing abortion access for minors. Now, as the Director of Policy and Advocacy, she shapes the organization's overarching policy strategy to advance its mission.

Johnny McLean (he/him) is a Queer and Trans-Masculine Advocate and Youth Mentor.

Today's episode of This is How is hosted by Kalvin Benfield (he/him), presented by ACLU of North Carolina, and is produced by Earfluence.