Via the DC Trans Coalition:
DC Trans Needs Assessment Preliminary Findings–
–Only 59% are employed;
–54% earn less than $15,000/year;
–80% had experienced verbal, physical, or sexual assault as a consequence of being perceived as trans;
–59% reported housing discrimination;
–89% of those currently experiencing homelessness are people of color;
–81% reported being refused medical care as a result of being identified as trans;
–60% had seriously considered suicide over their lifetime; and
–53% had been discriminated against when interacting with police.
If you’re in the DC-area, learn more on Saturday at noon. Barring a possible family obligation, I will be there.
