Meet Tess, a Michigan parent of a trans youth. We asked her what's one thing you wish people understood about trans youth? Simply put, "supporting a trans youth means supporting a human being in their self discovery. That is a right that we should all have." | Equality Michigan

More than 70% of Americans believe that they have never met someone who is transgender. Meet Nadya, a 19-year-old college student studying performing arts and fashion design: “For anyone out there struggling, I want you to know that being yourself is the most powerful thing you can do. And with love and support, you can overcome any challenge. Here we are, being ourselves and embracing every moment.” Equality Michigan is working to increase transgender visibility, accelerate acceptance, and affi