Ohio's strict voter ID laws can create barriers that make voting complicated and intimidating for trans and nonbinary voters. Add that to fear of discrimination and it's no surprise that, according to Vote Rider's website, a study from UCLA has estimated that more than a quarter of eligible trans adults in voter ID states like Ohio did not have documentation that accurately reflected their name and/or gender for the 2020 general election. This page provides links to organizations that want to simplify and humanize the process so that everyone feels confident about voting. These organizations are using #TransPeopleVote to spread awareness and make sure everyone is vote ready.
Vote Riders has step by step instructions for every state so that you can follow the steps to update your ID and voter registration. Vote Riders will also assist with the following:
Please be sure to visit their site for specific information and help as soon as possible. You can also volunteer with the organization to provide assistance, rides, or organize fundraisers.
Vote Riders #TransPeopleVote page
Vote Riders #TransPeopleVote State by State page
TRANSform the Vote is a nationwide movement to mobilize trans voters and their allies. According to their page, trans people voted 8% more than the average person in 2020, making trans people a force to be reckoned with!
They have a great Voting While Trans Guide that you can print out to make a voting plan and bring with you to protect your rights at the polls.
Advocates for Trans Equality has a special page with specific information about voting while trans and why 2024 may be different for you.
Advocates for Trans Equality Voting While Trans: Preparing for Voter ID Laws page
HeadCount also has a step by step guide for voters wishing to update their IDs and voter registrations before the deadline. They have worked with Vote Riders on creating the guide, so there is a bit of overlap with Vote Riders.
All In To Vote has a specialized page with resources for trans voters. This page has great information to learn about your rights when it comes to voting, including links to Lamda Legal, Transform the Vote, and Power the Polls!
They point out that one way to avoid the fear of discrimination or presentation complications is to vote by mail. While you unfortunately may need to use your deadname if it is on your ID, you do not need to present your ID to anyone. You would follow the directions on the previous page to apply for your absentee ballot.
Lambda Legal's Vote page has a lot of information about registering to vote, specific concerns on election day, updating your IDs, as well as several other resources that may be helpful to you as you navigate the voting process.
The ACLU's Know Your Rights Voter Intimidation handout is not specifically focused on trans voting issues, but is a great overview of what voter intimidation is and how you can report it.