Epidemic of Violence against Black Trans Women Claims Another Life
Queasha D. Hardy was only 22 years old
The epidemic of violence against Black transgender women continues to claim lives in communities across the United States.
Transgender people face extraordinary levels of physical and sexual violence, whether on the streets, at school or work, at home, or at the hands of government officials. More than one in four trans people has faced a bias-driven assault, and rates are higher for trans women and trans people of color. NCTE is working with anti-violence groups, women’s rights groups, racial justice groups, and federal and state law enforcement agencies to combat anti-trans violence. This effort cannot be limited to just Transgender Day of Remembrance. Public education, policy change and community efforts are needed to address the complex causes of anti-trans violence and ensure victims can receive support.
The epidemic of violence against Black transgender women continues to claim lives in communities across the United States.
Iyanna Dior, a Black transgender woman, was attacked by a group of men Monday in Minneapolis, Minn., on Monday.