Common Questions

Do you have Questions? We have answers!

Transitioning

• I want to transition. Where do I start?

• What does "informed consent" mean?

• What are the WPATH requirements for hormones and surgery?

Name and Gender Marker change

• How do I change my name in Michigan?

• How do I change name and gender on federal and other state's documents?

• How do I change the gender marker on my Michigan Birth Certificate?

• How do I change the gender marker on my Michigan driver's license?

​Transgender Etiquette

• Are you 'pre-op' or 'post-op'? Why you shouldn't ask this question.

• What pronouns should I use? How to talk to a transgender person.

• Which restroom may I use?

Other questions

• What is the history of Transgender Michigan?​

• Transgender Myths: Busted!

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