October 17, 2025

An Advocate’s Guide to Access GAC in CA: Chapter 4 Common Barriers

By: Abigail Coursolle and Skyler Rosellini

Executive Summary

This chapter is part of NHeLP’s forthcoming Advocate’s Guide to Accessing Gender-Affirming Care in California. It focuses on the common barriers people face in seeking gender-affirming care.

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An Advocate’s Guide to Access GAC in CA: Chapter 4 Common Barriers

Executive Summary

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