Tag: Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund

At a time of anti-discrimination, a New York lawsuit is a positive sign

A US woman who sued the city of New York over her treatment while in jail has agreed to pay an undisclosed amount to settle her case. Vicky Holland said she was denied access to medical treatment including her hormones and antidepressants, as well as being beaten and forced to live and shower with male inmates. Holland sued the NYCLU and Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund.

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