American Veterans for Equal Rights

LGBTQ+ Veterans · Tennessee · Free

AVER — LGBTQ+ veterans organization advocating for equal rights and benefits. Relevant for veterans with HIV who need Ryan White services in addition to VA care. Discharge upgrade applications can be filed through the DRB or BCMR; LGBTQ+-specialized attorneys help pro bono. Trans veterans can change gender markers on DD-214 and VA records via established procedure. Open at no cost to LGBTQ+ Tennessee residents and the people supporting them.

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Address: Nationwide

Hours: Online

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