Developing LGBTQ affirming services, establishing genuine equity in the workplace, and shepherding in new generations of change makers. 

Illustration by Daisy Ruiz (@draizys)

Our work is committed to building the leadership of trans women of color, and to the centering of sex workers, immigrants and incarcerated peoples as experts in creating a more just world.  

Our Services.

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Workshops & Trainings

Cecilia has trained over 3000 participants in governmental, non profit, and academic settings on subjects including LGBTQ competency, policy, transgender care, and sex worker issues. 

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Organizational Development
& Campaign Strategy

We work as facilitators to support organizations to deepen their internal commitment to equity and to introduce and lobby for laws to support the communities they serve.  

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Lobbying

Cecilia and Cyd are both registered lobbyists.  Cecilia's work as the Director of Policy for GMHC provided her with the experience and contacts to advocate successfully at city and state levels, she has an excellent record of securing funding for new and existing organizations and projects, and lobbied extensively and successfully for GENDA and DecrimNY

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Speaking & Storytelling

Cecilia is an award winning playwright and actress.  Her humor and passion in sharing stories of living as an undocumented trans woman, a sex worker and drug user invite audiences into a humanistic understanding of often stigmatized experiences. 

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Conference &
Convening Planning

We work with groups to organize agenda and logistics for small to medium conferences, including building advisory boards, publicity, fundraising, managing and scheduling, and organizing lodging, transportation and food. 

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Conflict Mediation

In most organizations conflict is inevitable, and it presents a moment of choice.  Either move with the flow and allow there to be a transparent and collaborative process or shut it down and hope that the organization doesn't devolve.  We are available to be a third party to support open communication, facilitate growth and provide recommendations.  We see this work as crucial to building sustainable movements. 

Meet Our Talented Team of Trans

Leaders, Consultants, Strategists,
Speakers, Interpreters, Designers

& so much more.

Heard What They’re Saying About Us?

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“Trans Equity is one of the most effective organizational development consulting firms that I have ever worked with.

Their team helped Funders for LGBTQ Issues identify our own learning edges around gender equity, & then developed a series of trainings & workshops tailored to our unique needs.

They are especially talented at encouraging a group to grow beyond our comfort zones while always being supportive, positive, & forward-thinking.

They helped Funders for LGBTQ Issues become a stronger organization – and they helped me personally become a better leader.”

Ben Francisco Maulbeck
Former President
Funders for LGBTQ Issues

“Trans Equity offers deep content expertise delivered with accessibility, integrity, and levity – a winning combination that has helped create change within our organization. I recommend their consulting services without reservation!”

Wendy Stark
Executive Director
Callen-Lorde Community Health Center

“Cecilia’s team has provided powerful and effective guidance and advocacy to the Ackerman Institute’s Gender & Family Project for several years. Cecilia’s passion and expertise are incomparable tools for both fundraising and organizational growth. With humor, compassion and incredible force, you can trust Cecilia to take your team and mission to their next level.”

Jean Malpas, LMHC, LMFT
Founder & Former Executive Director
Ackerman Institute’s Gender & Family Project

“We’ve been working with Cecilia Gentili for over 3 years now. Her knowledge of policy and ability to translate that knowledge to community is unmatched.  She is a tireless advocate and trusted ally.”

Sean Coleman
Executive Director
Destination Tomorrow