Eastern PA Trans Equity Project Inc
Eastern PA Trans Equity Project (EPTEP) is a 501c3 nonprofit with a mission of empowering transgender people while building community and advocating for social justice. EPTEP’s key focus areas include:
• Supportive Services: Peer-led Community Groups, Info/Referral Line, Mentoring and Case Management to help people obtain the resources they need.
• Basic Needs Assistance: Financial assistance for rent, food, utilities, transportation, and medicines to help people maintain their ability to go to work or school
• Empowerment Programs: Legal Name Change Assistance, Educational Scholarships, and other programming designed to help transgender people obtain the tools they need to thrive in the long term
• Advocacy & Action: Activating the LGBTQ+ community to work across all levels of government to ensure their rights are protected, issue advocacy, and work on behalf of individuals facing discrimination
• Education and Training: for Medical Providers, Social Service Agencies, Companies, and Government Agencies so they can provide culturally competent services to the transgender community.