In a world that often asks transgender women to fight simply to be seen, Jamie Roberts meets every challenge with both fierce intellect and unwavering grace. A graduate of the University of Georgia School of Law and a dedicated public defender in LaGrange, Jamie is not only a tireless advocate in the courtroom but also a guiding force in her community. She has served as Chair of the Board of Directors for Georgia Equality and as Treasurer for Atlanta Gender Explorations, roles through which she has shaped policy, mentored countless others, and reminded us that change begins with courage and connection. Her activism is deeply personal, rooted in the understanding that true justice must include safe shelter, affirming healthcare, and the dignity of self-determination for all transgender people. Jamie knows the cost of visibility: rejection, violence, loneliness, but she also knows its reward.
Through every loss, she found her voice. Through every injustice, she crafted a roadmap for others to follow. Her story is one of resilience, hard-earned wisdom, and an unshakable belief in the power of solidarity. What makes Jamie especially remarkable is the tenderness with which she balances sharp political insight and profound emotional truth. She speaks candidly about dysphoria, internalized biases, the ache of lost friendships, and the long road toward self-acceptance. Yet through it all, there is a quiet fire in her words, a love of community, of justice, and ultimately, of herself. In this interview, Jamie reflects not only on policy and progress, but also on what it means to survive, to serve, and to love, starting with learning to love oneself. Let us now listen to Jamie, as she speaks with clarity, conviction, and a voice that deserves to be heard.
