Improving LGBTQ+ and Law Enforcement Relationships: A Guide for LGBTQ+ Communities

In partnership with the National Resource Center for Reaching Victims, FORGE created a set of resources for victim service providers and trans/LGBTQ+ communities on improving relationships between trans/LGBTQ+ survivors and law enforcement.

Download this resource directly from the National Resource Center for Reaching Victims where you can also find a text-accessible version of this document, as well.

LGBTQ+ community members may want to improve relations with local or state law enforcement, but may not know where to begin. This guide provides historical context of LGBTQ+ communities and law enforcement, as well as offers practical steps for community members who would like actively work to build stronger, healthier relationships between their community and law enforcement. In addition to practical steps, this guide also contains many resources for further exploration.