Minnesota makes history as a transgender inmate receives $495,000 settlement and prepares for gender-affirming surgery.

Who is Christina Lusk?

Christina Lusk, a transgender inmate in Minnesota, is set to be transferred to a women’s prison following a settlement reached in a discrimination lawsuit against the state Department of Corrections.

The settlement includes a monetary compensation of $495,000 and the provision of a vaginoplasty procedure for Lusk, marking a significant step in addressing the rights of transgender inmates.

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Lusk, aged 57, will be relocated to a women’s facility in Shakopee, becoming the first Minnesota inmate to be moved based on gender identity. The move comes as part of a settlement that also involves a substantial monetary settlement and policy enhancements regarding transgender inmates within the Minnesota DOC.

Lusk, who was serving a sentence for a felony drug offense, filed a lawsuit against the Minnesota DOC last year after the department denied Lusk’s request for a vaginoplasty while incarcerated. The lawsuit highlighted Lusk’s history of undergoing “top surgery” and sought recognition of Lusk’s gender identity, protection from sexual abuse, and placement in a women’s facility.

Lusk’s lawsuit detailed instances of harassment and mistreatment by both inmates and staff, highlighting the challenges faced by transgender individuals in correctional facilities. In a statement, Lusk expressed gratitude for the settlement and emphasized the importance of unity and positive change.

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The Minnesota DOC’s settlement with Christina Lusk marks a significant development in recognizing and respecting the rights of transgender inmates.

By allowing Lusk’s transfer to a women’s prison and providing gender-affirming treatment, the settlement sets a precedent for greater inclusion and supports the pursuit of justice for transgender individuals within the correctional system.