Maja Tegeler

Maja Tegeler is a German politician representing The Left (Die Linke) in the Bremische Bürgerschaft, where she has served since 2019. Born in Bremen in 1974, she has been an active member of her party's leadership and serves on various committees, including those focused on gender equality, queer policy, and health. Tegeler is a vocal advocate for the rights of queer and transgender individuals, consistently campaigning against queer- and transphobic violence while pushing for improved medical care for trans persons. Beyond her parliamentary duties, she is involved with organizations such as the Christopher Street Day Bremen association and the trade union ver.di.