The LGBT Center of Raleigh is physically closed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, but we continue to meet virtually! Those virtual offerings can be found here. If you have questions or are seeking resources, you can call 919-832-4484 seven days a week between the hours of 12pm and 4pm, and your call will be answered by a staff member or volunteer.
We continue to work with our partners at the Alliance of AIDS Services - Carolina on creating a plan to resume HIV and STI testing at the Center and will make an announcement by the end of July!
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
Changing Your Name
Legally changing your name is a major milestone for many transitioning people. However it is also a rather convoluted and somewhat expensive endeavor. The information below should help you get started. Remember the courthouses will not accept credit/debit cards. Bring cash/check/money order.
Name and Gender Change Presentation:
This short presentation, which you can do at your own pace will break down the ins and outs involved in changing you name and gender on your documentation as well as the effects of gendered documentation on the lives of gender non-conforming individuals. Presentation is provided by volunteers of the Transgender Initiative as part of the Trans Week of Awareness.
Documentation packet:
After reading the presentation above download this packet to get all forms needed to change your info. Packets are also available at the LGBT Center of Raleigh. Please keep in mind that we strive to keep this packet up to date if you run into any inconsistencies with current forms please let us know.
Additional Resources:
- Wake County Court House Portal: Directions and locations to courthouse
- Instructions/Forms for Adult Legal Name Change: PDF Forms (provided by Scribd)
- Changing your name with Social Security: Instructions and links to forms