About TLC
Building power, creating change, and supporting TGI communities.
The TransLatin@ Coalition is a nationally recognized organization founded and led by transgender, gender expansive, and intersex people.
Since 2009, TLC has worked to improve the quality of life of TGI people through direct services, advocacy, community leadership, and research.
Who We Are
The TransLatin@ Coalition was founded in Los Angeles in 2009 by a group of transgender, gender expansive, and intersex immigrant women who came together to address the specific needs of Trans Latin@ immigrants in the United States.
What began as a grassroots movement has grown into a nationally recognized organization advancing the rights, well-being, and leadership of TGI communities.
Today, TLC provides direct services throughout Los Angeles County while advocating for systemic change at the local, state, and national levels. Our work is rooted in community, lived experience, and the belief that TGI people deserve the resources, opportunities, dignity, and power to thrive.
Our Mission
The mission of The TransLatin@ Coalition (TLC) is to advocate for the specific needs of the Trans Latin@ community that resides in the USA and to plan strategies that improve our quality of life.
Our Vision
The vision of The TransLatin@ Coalition is to amplify education and resources to promote the empowerment of Trans leaders.
Our Values
Altruism, respect, and dignity for everyone
Transparency, integrity, and honesty
Multiculturalism and diversity
Collaboration, inclusivity, and social justice
Good resource administration
Community-Led Leadership
TGI people should lead the decisions that shape our lives.
TLC is rooted in community leadership and lived experience. Our staff, leadership, board, and community partners bring a range of perspectives and experiences to the work of advancing dignity, opportunity, and justice for TGI people.
Our Work Is Powered by Community
The progress TLC has made since 2009 has been possible because of community members, advocates, partners, funders, volunteers, and supporters who believe in a future where TGI people can thrive.
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