Auckland Transgender Actress Awa Puna Speaks Out About Violent Anti-Trans Protest
AUCKLAND, New Zealand – When actress Awa Puna led a large transgender rights march in Auckland last year, emotions ran high as the Shortland Street star stood before thousands of supporters. Her partner, Mark Chayanat Whittet, stood by her side as they protested the arrival of British anti-trans activist Posie Parker in New Zealand. The peaceful protest turned violent as around 1000 Destiny Church members clashed with the demonstrators, leaving Awa feeling vulnerable and targeted. …