San Francisco Declares Sanctuary Status for Transgender and Gender-Nonconforming People

City's resolution aims to provide safety and support amid increasing legislative threats nationwide.

San Francisco's Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to declare the city a sanctuary for transgender, gender-nonconforming, and nonbinary individuals.
The resolution is a response to over 500 pieces of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation introduced in more than 40 states in 2024.
San Francisco joins Sacramento and West Hollywood, but is the first major U.S. city to adopt such a stance.
The declaration aims to protect both individuals seeking gender-affirming care and the providers offering these services.
Advocates argue the move is crucial for the mental health and safety of the transgender community.