We are deeply saddened by the reported killing of Ashia Davis, a 34-year-old Black trans woman in Detroit. This tragic incident highlights the ongoing violence and anti-trans sentiments during the 2023 Pride season.

We are excited to announce the launch of The Rocket Fund, Elton Johns Aids Foundation's most ambitious campaign to date.

Our Policy Department is a component of The TransLatin@ Coalition that works for the betterment of the Trans, Gender Non-Conforming, and Intersex (TGI) community by advocating for TGI people to be included in city, county, and state budgets.

There will be opportunities to provide public comment to inform the Commission’s work.

To join by video: us02web.zoom.us/j/85381382471

Congratulations to Ace Anaya (they/them), our Coordinator of Public Policy, who was sworn in as a Commissioner of Workforce Development.

The TransLatin@ Coalition condemns President Biden’s new asylum ban, directly affecting the most vulnerable and marginalized communities that often seek refuge in places like the United States, where country conditions are safer than their origin countries.

A special shoutout to our staff members, Yahni Rose and Emily Garcia, featured on the latest episode of the Reputation podcast hosted by Ethan Ward, where they opened up about their lived experiences navigating homelessness as a teenager.

On Thursday, May 4th, Governor Gavin Newson launched California vs. Hate, a new multilingual statewide hotline and website that provides a safe, anonymous reporting option for victims and witnesses of hate acts.

Join our Twitter Spaces this Thursday, 05/11, at 11:00 AM to discuss online safe spaces, and let's dive in about the impact on our mental health as Twitter removes protections on cyberbullying against trans people.

The SCHAC oversees the statewide Health Reform Campaign with the California TGI Policy Alliance (CTPA), mobilizing and engaging the TGI community across the state, moving our Health Care Reform agenda.

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We celebrate our triumphs and look forward to a brighter future for the TGI community.