Provides pro-bono representation based on income to members of the transgender community for name changes and gender marker corrections in the Kansas City area, in both Kansas and Missouri.
KU School of Law—Gender Marker & Name Change Clinic
A free clinic that will provide pro-bono legal representation to Kansas residents for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals as they seek gender marker and name changes.
Phone: 785.864.5564
KU Medical-Legal Partnership
If you are a current KU patient, ask your provider for a referral to legal services through KU’s School of Law. Services include assistance with name and gender marker corrections.
Law Office of Madeline Johnson
Attorney experienced in name and gender marker corrections.
Provides microgrants to trans and nonbinary people to cover the cost of correcting names and gender markers on legal documents. Trained trans navigators will guide you through the legal process and paperwork, then send you the funds to cover the costs. Trans Lifeline also offers microgrants for trans folks who need to correct their name/gender marker on US immigration documents.
A safe, welcoming space for LGBTQ+ individuals, their families, friends, and straight allies to come for education, resources, and activities.
3740 Broadway Blvd., Kansas City, MO, 64111
Drop-in hours: Monday through Thursday 4:00 to 8:00 PM, Friday through Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 PM
Please note: This facility is currently only accessible via stairs.
EQUAL Trans Support Group: Third Thursday of every month from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, currently held on Zoom. Contact joy.brungardt@gmail.com for more information.
Kansas City Center for Inclusion: Binder Exchange Program
The free KCCI Binder Exchange Program is intended to help trans, nonbinary gender nonconforming, and gender diverse youth and adults within Kansas City who cannot afford, purchase, or otherwise safely obtain a binder.
Gender-affirming hair removal services provided by Chandra B. Klein, certified electrologist. As a trans woman herself, Chandra seeks to support her community by practicing the only FDA and AMA approved method of permanent hair removal.
5726 North Broadway Blvd., Suite B, Kansas City, MO 64118
Dr. Carol Ann Aylward is a board-certified plastic surgeon recognized for her experience working with transgender and nonbinary people to help them asses their goals and provide gender affirmation surgery. Dr. Aylward gives individual consideration, respect, and support to those considering top surgery and provides both masculinizing and feminizing top surgeries.
The University of Kansas Health System—Transgender Surgery
KU takes a multidisciplinary approach to gender-affirming surgical care, combining plastic surgery, reconstructive urology, and gynecology. Their goal is to provide patients with a patient-centered surgical experience while having the expertise and resources of a large academic institution. Safety and aesthetics are of the utmost importance.
St. Luke’s Transgender Health Care Services—Plastic Surgery
St. Luke’s Plastic Surgery Team cares for the unique surgical needs of all transgender patients, offering a wide range of masculinizing and feminizing procedures.
Caroline Gibbs, founder and director of the Transgender Institute, who is a former singer and voice teacher, offers vocal feminization services in both group and individual settings.
For additional details and scheduling, please call Caroline at 816.305.0943
The University of Kansas Health System—Transgender Medicine
KU’s interdisciplinary team can provide referrals within the KU System for services you may require, such as voice therapy and vocal surgery, to help you reach your transition goals.
Call 913.588.6200 to schedule a consultation, or email Program Coordinator Judy Gay jgay@kumc.edu
Pride Haven is an overnight shelter for 18 to 24-year-olds facing homelessness. Our safe and accepting space offers a welcoming and affirming environment for all youth.