For trans people: CREDO Mobile makes a difference

Recently, we sent a contribution to Advocates for Trans Equality, which fights to shift government and society toward a future in which trans people are no less than equal.

CREDO Mobile is a committed supporter of A4TE and our funding has powered many of the group’s campaigns. In this time of increased extremism against transgender people, we’ll continue working with A4TE to ensure that trans voices are not only heard but embraced in places where they’ve long been ignored and, finally, to realize a world in which trans people can live their lives joyfully and without barriers.

Countering anti-trans extremism

Many in the trans community now have intensified fear and uncertainty about the future—and for good reason. With funding from CREDO Mobile, A4TE is strengthening its capacity to counter the rising anti-trans sentiment, which threatens the rights, safety and dignity of trans individuals.

Together, we’re building a landscape of equality that welcomes the full participation of trans individuals in public life. We’re not just resisting harmful laws, we’re helping shape a society in which trans people are visible, valued and fully empowered to contribute to our nation’s future.

Working on many fronts

A4TE helps members of the trans community navigate the realities of law and policy by providing legal tools, legislative knowledge and useful services. In partnership with CREDO Mobile, A4TE has built strong advocacy programs in many areas.

• Legal advocacy. A4TE targets cases that will set precedence and have far-reaching impact, delivering immediate relief to individual clients while at the same time bolstering the legal framework that protects the broader trans community. For example, in a major recent victory we convinced the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit to rule in favor of our clients in Kadel v. Folwell. This was the first federal court of appeals to rule that trans health exclusions violate the constitutional guarantee of equal protection under the law.
• Policy advocacy. A4TE is committed to securing robust anti-discrimination protections for trans people in state and federal policy arenas. As it advances these protections, it also is actively countering a wave of harmful anti-trans legislation through strategic advocacy, education and coalition building. Almost 700 anti-trans bills were introduced in states in 2024, which demonstrates the urgency of A4TE’s state-level work. While its federal work remains indispensable in shaping long-term nationwide protections, it’s at the state level where the most immediate and consequential battles are being fought.
• U.S. Transgender Survey. A4TE fields the largest survey of transgender individuals in the United States: the U.S. Transgender Survey.

• Congressional Champions List. In October, A4TE unveiled the 118th Congressional Champions List, which recognizes the elected officials who show a steadfast commitment to advancing the rights and dignity of trans people across the U.S. These champions are crucial allies in the fight against the many anti-trans bills in state legislatures.

Connecting with CREDO Mobile

Advocates for Trans Equality was able to do all these things because our customers do one thing: use our service. When they do, they raise much-needed donations for progressive nonprofit groups like A4TE. These donations cost our customers nothing—but they mean everything to the nonprofits we fund.

If you’re a CREDO Mobile member, thank you for your support. If you’re not a member, please join us now. You’ll get all you want from your mobile service: the nation’s top-rated, most reliable network, competitive plans and great deals on new devices.

And you’ll get much more. You’ll get a powerful way to support your values whenever you use your phone.

Switching is easy. You can bring your current device and your current number. Go to CREDOMobile.com to learn more.