
MONICA ROBERTS FREEDOM SCHOOL


The Monica Roberts Freedom School: Owning Our POWER BLACK Trans Leadership Cohort was founded in honor of the late, great Monica Roberts. Monica Robert’s drive to create changemakers in the Black Trans Community is mirrored in the core work of the Freedom School. This 8 month national program is entirely designed and facilitated by Black and brown trans leaders to cultivate the next generation of Black and brown trans leaders.
Monica Roberts Freedom School Past Deadline: July 15th, 2025
Applications are now closed for the 6th cohort of the Monica Roberts Freedom School Owning Our POWER BLACK! Please check back in Summer 2026 to apply.
This transformative leadership and personal development fellowship is by and for Black trans people dedicated to building power, healing, and liberation within our communities.
Who is eligible?
You are eligible to apply if you are Black and identify as trans.
If you’re ready to step into your power, deepen your leadership, and connect with a supportive network of Black trans change-makers—we can’t wait to hear from you.