Resources for Transmasculine Lives

• Get away from the immediate danger. Go to a public place, trusted friend’s home, hospital, shelter, LGBTQ+ center, or another safe location.
• Get medical care if needed. Even if injuries seem minor, documentation can matter later.
• Write everything down as soon as possible. Include the date, time, location, names, descriptions, screenshots, photos, messages, witnesses, and anything that was said.
• Preserve evidence. Save texts, voicemails, emails, social media messages, photos of injuries, property damage, and any video footage.
• Decide whether reporting is safe for you. Some people choose to report to police. Others do not because of prior trauma, immigration concerns, fear of being outed, or mistrust of law enforcement. That is a real concern. If you are unsure, an LGBTQ+ legal organization, victim advocate, or local anti-violence program may be able to help you think through options.
• Reach out to LGBTQ+ organizations. Many can help with safety planning, emergency housing, legal referrals, counseling, and advocacy.
• Lock down your privacy. Review social media settings, remove public location information, change passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and avoid posting real-time location updates.
• Do not handle it alone if you can avoid it. Violence and threats can make people isolate. That isolation can make things worse. Contact one trusted person or organization.

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