: Cited as key leaders who use their platforms to speak on the specific needs and experiences of the "hood" and marginalized trans communities.
: 2021 was recorded as the deadliest year for transgender individuals, with at least 57 people killed; over 80% of these victims were people of color .
: In cities like Chicago, Black trans women have represented a significant portion of total transgender deaths in recent years.
: 60% of trans women who visited homeless shelters reported incidents of harassment while there.