Los Angeles County has made a significant stride towards equity and inclusion with the launch of the Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming, and Intersex Wellness and Equity (TGIWE) Initiative. This groundbreaking $7 million investment represents a historic commitment to supporting nine organizations, providing them with the resources and guidance necessary to become future county contractors.
Read moreThe TransLatin@ Coalition is excited to announce its capacity to meet California SB 923’s mandated TGI Evidence-Based Cultural Competency for healthcare providers!
The TransLatin@ Coalition (TLC) is uniquely prepared to support California healthcare providers as it ensures its staff completes evidence-based cultural competency training to provide trans-inclusive healthcare by the March 1, 2025 deadline.
Read moreInvesting in Trans Liberation: A Call to Action for the TGI Community with an Update to Our Trans Policy Agenda
The TransLatin@ Coalition is calling for a radical shift in the approach to Trans Liberation. For too long, the needs and experiences of transgender, gender non-conforming, and intersex (TGI) individuals have been overlooked and misunderstood by external forces. It is time to reclaim our narrative and invest in solutions that are driven by and for our community. Download the full document here to learn more about how we can build a future where Trans Liberation is not just a goal but a reality.
Read moreTGI Homelessness in L.A.: A Crisis We Must Address Together
At The TransLatin@ Coalition, we have long been dedicated to researching and addressing the housing challenges faced by the transgender, gender expansive, and intersex (TGI) community in Los Angeles. Download the full report here to learn more about our research and join us in advocating for housing justice.
Read moreStatement On the Biden Administration Statement On Healthcare For Trans Youth
The TransLatin@ Coalition is disappointed in the Biden administration’s opposition to gender-affirming care for minors. Read our full statement.
Read moreCelebrating Success and Dedication: The Inaugural Liza Ceballos Award
Maria Roman Taylorson, Vice President & COO (left), Liza Maria Ceballos, Program Coordinator & Community Specialist (center), Bamby Salcedo, President & CEO (right). (Kevin Cortez/The TransLatin@ Coalition)
We are thrilled to announce and celebrate Liza Marie Ceballos, who has been awarded the very first Liza Ceballos Award! Named in her honor, this prestigious award marks a significant milestone for Liza and our entire community at The TransLatin@ Coalition.
Read moreCelebrating the TGI Ambassador Program: Empowering Student Advocates
Two graduates from the TGI Student Ambassadors Program, Tammy Ofek, (left) and Charlotte Howley (right). (Kevin Cortez/The TransLatin@ Coalition)
The recent celebration of the TGI Ambassador Program was a testament to the achievements of its participants—transgender, gender non-conforming, and intersex college students empowered to advocate for their community.
Read moreThe TransLatin@ Coalition Receives $85,000 Grant from Bank of America to Expand Trans Workplace Initiative
Bank of America staff presents The TransLatin@ Coalition with grant check. (Kevin Cortez/The TransLatin@ Coalition)
To help commemorate the 15th year anniversary as one of the largest transgender-led nonprofit service providers in the United States, Los Angeles-based The TransLatin@ Coalition joined Bank of America LGBTQ+ executives to celebrate a recent $85,000 grant to expand its Trans Workplace Initiative
Read moreMayor Karen Bass Visits The TransLatin@ Coalition: A Step Forward in Advocacy
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass tours the offices of The TransLatin@ Coalition and meets with TLC President/CEO Bamby Salcedo (right). (Paolo Riveros / The TransLatin@ Coalition)
In a pivotal moment for the transgender, gender nonconforming, and intersex (TGI) community, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass made a historic visit to The TransLatin@ Coalition (TLC) offices, marking a significant step forward in advocacy and support for TGI Latinx individuals.
Read moreAnother Sister Lost: Remembering Meraxes Medina
We at The TransLatin@ Coalition are devastated by the violent murder of Meraxes Medina, a beautiful trans Latina, who was shot and killed in South LA on March 20th. Meraxes is at least the sixth trans person to lose their life to violence in 2024, a tragic statistic that reflects the brutal reality faced by far too many in our community.
Read moreElevating Trans Voices: The TransLatin@ Coalition's Presence in the White House
In recent years, The TransLatin@ Coalition has been at the forefront of advocating for policies that uplift and support the transgender, gender diverse, and intersex (TGI) community. Through collaborative efforts and unwavering dedication, the Coalition has played a pivotal role in shaping discussions and policies to improve TGI individuals' lives across the United States.
Read moreIn Memory and Action: Honoring Lost Lives and Fighting for a Safer Future for TGI Communities
The recent deaths of Nex Benedict and Reyna Hernandez, a 54-year-old Latina trans woman from Renton, Washington, serve as a painful reminder of the ongoing violence targeting TGI communities.
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