The 2025 City of Minneapolis Trans Equity Summit has been scheduled for Monday, August 11 at the McNamara Alumni Center. The theme for this year’s event is “Trans Equity and Intergenerational Power: Strengthening the Future by Honoring Our Past.”
“In a time when transgender rights are once again under attack at the national level, we remain unwavering in our commitment to making Minneapolis a safe haven for trans people and gender-affirming care,” said Mayor Jacob Frey, who recently posted this Facebook video about Minneapolis as a welcoming place for the entire LGBTQ+ community. “We’re committed to advancing equity, not just in words, but in actions. The Trans Equity Summit is one way we bring that commitment to life—by listening, learning, and building power together.”
The City of Minneapolis is partnering with community members to organize and plan the all-day, free event that provides space to connect on social, legal and health issues important to the trans and gender non-conforming community. The summit will include breakout sessions, a job and resource fair and healing offerings.
Today’s announcement comes as the Minneapolis City Council brings a resolution to honor International Transgender Day of Visibility on Monday, March 31.
“The Trans Equity Summit is a unique opportunity to bring together transgender and gender non-conforming residents of Minneapolis and surrounding communities for the purpose of identifying and learning about city resources and services. The summit creates a welcoming and affirming space for community to gather, support each other and grow,” said Minneapolis City Council Member Andrea Jenkins, Ward 8. “Since Jan. 20th, the transgender and gender non-conforming community has been under unprecedented attacks, particularly trans youth. I want the community to know that the City of Minneapolis affirms their right to exist, free from discrimination, harassment and violence. We exist and will not be erased.”
Check back for more updates. Businesses or organizations interested in participating are encouraged to email TransEquitySummit@minneapolismn.gov.