USTS-Black-Respondents-Report.pdf - Advocates for Trans Equality
: High rates of depression and anxiety are prevalent, with nearly 49% of Black respondents in major surveys reporting having attempted suicide at some point. black trannys
The intersection of racial and gender-based stigma significantly impacts health outcomes and the quality of care received. USTS-Black-Respondents-Report
: Historical "crime against nature" laws and biased policing have frequently targeted Black trans women , particularly those engaged in survival sex work due to economic exclusion. Community and Resilience Community and Resilience : Approximately 34% of Black
: Approximately 34% of Black transgender respondents in historical surveys reported a household income of less than $10,000 annually—a rate eight times higher than the general U.S. population.
Black transgender women are disproportionately targets of fatal violence, often fueled by a combination of racism and transphobia.