Rising Fatal Violence Against Transgender Women of Color: A Disturbing Trend Unveiled
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A disturbing pattern of violence has emerged, with a disproportionate number of transgender women of color, especially Black transgender women, falling victim to fatal attacks in the United States. These individuals have been killed by partners, acquaintances, or strangers, with some cases revealing a clear anti-transgender bias. The harsh reality is that the intersections of racism, sexism, homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia, coupled with easy access to guns, contribute to their vulnerability and …