The TransLatin@ Coalition, one of the largest transgender-led nonprofit service providers in the United States, released a statement from President and CEO Bamby Salcedo in response to the recall of former Mayor Raúl Ureña, the first openly transgender person to serve in political office in the history of the city.
Read moreThe TransLatin@ Coalition Extends Profound Gratitude to Partners and Community Allies Following a Press Conference Addressing Bomb Threat
Bamby Salcedo, President and CEO of The TransLatin@ Coalition speaks to the media about recent threats and hate received by the organization at the press conference on April 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Photo: Paolo Riveros/The TransLatin@ Coalition
In the wake of a recent bomb threat targeting our organization, The TransLatin@ Coalition extends its sincerest gratitude to the remarkable individuals and organizations who stood in solidarity with us during yesterday's press conference. The outpouring of support and solidarity underscores the collective commitment to safeguarding the safety and well-being of the transgender, gender nonconforming, and intersex (TGI) community in California, particularly in the vibrant city of Los Angeles.
Read moreThe TransLatin@ Coalition, LA County Commission On Human Relations and Other Community Organizations, To Hold A Press Conference Condemning Bomb Threats and Hate Mail Received by LGBTQ+ Organizations
The TransLatin@ Coalition (TLC,) in collaboration with the LA County Commission on Human Relations and other LGBTQ+ community organizations and law enforcement officials, will hold a joint press conference to address the bomb threatened to be detonated on Monday, April 15th, and hate mail targeting LGBTQ organizations.
Live stream at 12:30 pm via our Instagram.
Read moreThe TransLatin@ Coalition Targeted by Bomb Threats and Hate Mail
The TransLatin@ Coalition (TLC), a leading organization advocating for Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming, and Intersex (TGI) Latinx communities, has been targeted by a series of bomb threats and hate mail directed at its members and facilities. These despicable acts represent a dangerous escalation in the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by TGI communities worldwide.
Read moreThe TransLatin@ Coalition Launches its 15th Anniversary Campaign and unveils its 2023 Annual Report
The TransLatin@ Coalition cordially invites press members to a significant press conference, marking the launch of the organization's 15th Anniversary Campaign and unveiling the 2023 Annual Report. This event promises to be a momentous occasion, shedding light on the journey, achievements, and ongoing commitments of The TransLatin@ Coalition.
Read moreThe TransLatin@ Coalition Releases Groundbreaking Study on Transgender, Gender Nonconforming, and Intersex (TGI) Adults in Los Angeles
The TransLatin@ Coalition is thrilled to announce the release of the comprehensive study, "From Surviving to Thriving: A Quality of Life Study with Transgender, Gender Nonconforming, and Intersex (TGI) Adults in the City of Los Angeles." This groundbreaking research was a collaborative effort between The TransLatin@ Coalition and the prestigious Williams Institute at UCLA Los Angeles.
Read moreCelebrating Historic Progress: The TransLatin@ Coalition Applauds the Signing of AB 1487 and AB 1163 by Governor Newsom
In a historic moment for the Transgender, Gender Diverse, and Intersex (TGI) community, The TransLatin@ Coalition is overjoyed to celebrate the recent passage and signing of two groundbreaking bills, AB 1487 and AB 1163, by California Governor Gavin Newsom. These vital pieces of legislation, sponsored by the California Transgender, Gender Diverse, and Intersex Policy Alliance (CTPA) Health and Human Services Network, represent a significant step forward in the fight for equality and dignity.
Read moreThe TransLatin@ Coalition Condemns Lack of Support for TGI Community by Gov. Newsom
The TransLatin@ Coalition as a founding member of the California Transgender, Gender Diverse, and Intersex Policy Alliance (CTPA), a leading advocate for the specific and often overlooked issues that transgender, gender-nonconforming, and intersex (TGI) individuals face, expresses its vehement condemnation of Governor Newson's lack of support for our TGI community. Despite California's reputation for promoting freedom and equality, and passing many pro “LGBTQ” bills, we demand that the Governor stops leaving the TGI community last.
Read moreRepresentative Gomez Awards $750,000 to The TransLatin@ Coalition for Workforce Development
Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) is pleased to announce the allocation of $750,000 in community project funding through the House of Representatives to support the vital workforce development efforts of The TransLatin@ Coalition.
Read moreTransgender, Gender Non-Conforming, & Intersex people to Rock the Runway at GARRAS Fashion Show: “The Fashion Show that Transcends Borders”
The TransLatin@ Coalition organizes an annual fundraiser event to display Transgender, Gender nonconforming, & Intersex people as high fashion models.
WHAT: The TransLatin@ Coalition and several supporting agencies are putting together a unique fashion show called GARRAS (Groundbreaking Activism Redirecting & Reforming All Systems), highlighting Trans, Gender Nonconforming, & Intersex individuals as high fashion models displaying garments from locally known and upcoming designers and stylists.
WHERE: Pacific Design Center, 8687 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069.
WHEN: November 19, 2022. 7:00 PM
WHY: To raise funds for The TransLatin@ Coalition and support the programs of The Center for Violence Prevention and Transgender Wellness. A program that provides supportive social services to transgender people in Los Angeles.
WHO: Transgender, Gender nonconforming & Intersex individuals who will model outfits and customs from known local and upcoming designers and stylists. GARRAS Fashion Show event is endorsed and sponsored by: Gilead, Keck Medicine of UCLA, SoCalGas, Kaiser Permanente, Walmart, Bank of America, Flux, Glamazon, LOUD, Amazon, City of West Hollywood.
CONTACT: Jimena Sandoval (323) 652-2093, jimenas@translatinacoalition.org
For more information visit: garras.org
The TransLatin@ Coalition is having a press conference to demand Investment in the lives of TGI people that live in Los Angeles County
In honor of Transgender Day of Remembrance, an annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence that year. 2021 mark[ed] the most deadly year recorded with at least 57 transgender people, most of them Black or Latinx, killed. (HRC-2021)
On Tuesday, November 15, 2022, LA County Board of Supervisors will meet for the last public meeting this session, ahead of the week of Trans Remembrance Day. We urge the Board to #SupportTGILives and communities in LA County to Address the Impact of Inequitable Access to Wellness for TGI People in Los Angeles County that will directly impact work being built to move towards restorative, and holistic health resources for Transgender, Gender-Nonconforming, and Intersex people.
What: The TransLatin@ Coalition is having a press conference to demand Investment in the lives of TGI people that live in Los Angeles County by directing a comprehensive internal County Community Needs Assessment, which is imperative for investing intentionally in the lives of TGI people by expanding health, mental health, anti violence, creative healing, social and economic development.
Why: Despite existing policies, TGI people, especially Trans Women of Color, experience a significant lack of equitable access to significant health services and pathways to safe permanent housing. Therefore the reason for the Community Needs Assessment is vital to the allocation of the funding for this issue affecting the TGI community.
When: November 15, 2022.
Who: The TransLatin@ Coalition
Where: County Board of Supervisors, 500 West Temple St. Los Angeles CA. 90012 at 8:00 AM
For more information visit: TGI Motion Toolkit
En honor al Día del Recuerdo Transgénero, una celebración anual que se celebra el 20 de noviembre, y que honra la memoria de las personas transgénero cuyas vidas se perdieron en actos de violencia contra las personas transgénero ese año. 2021 marcó el año más mortífero registrado con al menos 57 personas transgénero, la mayoría Negras o Latinx asesinados (as.) (HRC-2021)
El martes 15 de noviembre de 2022, la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Los Ángeles se reunirá para la última reunión pública de esta sesión, antes de la semana del Día del Recuerdo Trans. Instamos a la Junta a #ApoyarTGILives y comunidades en el condado de Los Ángeles, dirigiendo una evaluación de necesidades interna integral en todos los departamentos del condado, que incluya los servicios y programas accesibles para los residentes TGI. Supervisor Mitchell, del Distrito de Supervisión 2, está ordenando al condado que dirija una evaluación de necesidades para Abordar el Impacto del Acceso Desigual al Bienestar para las Personas TGI en el Condado de Los Ángeles; que afectará directamente el trabajo que se está construyendo para avanzar hacia recursos de salud restaurativos, y holísticos para personas transgénero, género no conforme, e intersexuales.
Qué: La TransLatin@ Coalition va a tener una conferencia de prensa para demandar inversiones en las vidas de las personas TGI que viven en el condado de Los Ángeles mediante la realización de una evaluación interna integral de las necesidades de la comunidad del condado, que es imperativa para invertir intencionalmente en las vidas de las personas TGI al expandir la salud, la salud mental, la lucha contra violencia, sanación creativa, desarrollo social y económico.
Por qué: a pesar de las políticas existentes, las personas TGI, especialmente las mujeres trans de color, experimentan una falta significativa de acceso equitativo a servicios de salud significativos, y caminos hacia una vivienda permanente segura. Por lo tanto, el motivo de la Evaluación de las Necesidades de la Comunidad es vital para la asignación de los fondos para este problema que afecta a la comunidad TGI.
Cuándo: 15 de noviembre de 2022.
Quién: La Coalición Translatin@
Dónde: Junta de Supervisores del Condado, 500 West Temple St. Los Ángeles CA. 90012 a las 8:00 AM
Para más información visite: Kit de Herramientas para Moción TGI
Immigrants Are LA holds While You Were Out Rally to welcome LA County supervisors from time off, urge them to include immigrants in ARPA II
On Tuesday, August 30, 2022, the Immigrants Are LA (IRLA) coalition will hold a While You Were Out rally to welcome Los Angeles County supervisors back from two weeks of time off, and to urge them to truly include immigrants as they decide how to spend Phase II of federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) COVID recovery funds.
Read moreTransLatin@ Migrations: Life, Love & Triumphs Red Carpet Event on April 30.
Jimena Sandoval
833-847-2331, ext. 223
The Montalbán: 1615 Vine Street, Los Angeles, CA 90028
MEDIA ADVISORY
TransLatin@ Migrations: Life, Love & Triumphs
WHAT: The TransLatin@ Coalition is presenting a red carpet celebration, a special screening of the 25 inspiring short documentary stories of trans migrants who tell their stories of how they have courageously navigated this world and continue to persevere, and a panel presentation.
WHO: The TransLatin@ Coalition’s President/CEO Bamby Salcedo debuts as an Executive Producer of the anticipated TransLatin@ Migrations: Life, Love and Triumphs. A series of short documentaries of Trans Latin@ individuals who have crossed borders. This project was partially funded by the National Association of Hispanic Journalists and by the LA vs Hate Program led by the Los Angeles County Human Relations Commission.
WHEN: Saturday, April 30th, 2022 red carpet event starting 5:30 PM followed by a cocktail reception and movie screening
WHERE: The Montalbán Theater 1615 Vine Street, Los Angeles, CA 90028.
WHY: Trans Latin@ migrants come to the US for many reasons including seeking safety from persecution in their countries of origin, and for a chance at a better life to live. Despite the obstacles and challenges, they strive to live fruitful lives, full of strength and joy.
For more information about TransLatin@ Migrations: Life, Love & Triumphs, please visit tlmfilm.com for more info.
For interviews or additional information please contact Bamby Salcedo President/CEO of The Translatin@ Coalition, contact bambys@translatinacoalition.org or 833-847-2331, ext. 202.
Keck Medicine of USC announces strategic collaboration with The TransLatin@ Coalition to improve access to specialized care for the transgender community
The collaboration underscores Keck Medicine’s commitment to the local transgender and greater LGBTQ+ community and recognizes the importance of personalized, compassionate health care for all
Read moreFederal Appeals Court in Denver Rules Transgender Woman from Honduras Should Have Been Granted Asylum Based on “Extensive Evidence” of Violence Against Transgender Individuals
DENVER (March 30, 2022) — A federal appeals court ruled yesterday that Kelly Gonzalez Aguilar, a transgender woman, should have been granted asylum based on a record of “extensive evidence of widespread violence against transgender individuals in Honduras.”
Read moreThe TransLatin@ Coalition received a bomb threat
LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2022 – On January 19 at approximately 3:00 PM PST at the offices of The TransLatin@ Coalition (TLC) located at 3055 Wilshire Blvd received a telephone call from an individual stating “You all are going to die!” and issued a bomb threat.
Read moreTransLatin@ Coalition Founder And CEO, Bamby Salcedo, To Testify Before Congress On Behalf Of The Trans Community
On Thursday, October 21st at 10amET, TransLatin@ Coalition Founder & CEO, Bamby Salcedo, will act as a witness before Congress on behalf of the Trans community.
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Read moreThe TransLatin@ Coalition Is Planning A Protest On 9/08/21 After Experiencing Discrimination At Health Clinic In Pacoima
Join the TransLatin@ Coalition for a protest on Wednesday, September 8th 2021 at 10AM to demand Paul Kim change their discriminatory practices and show that trans people deserve equitable access to care!
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Read moreReadout of White House Roundtable with Transgender Women of Color Advocates →
This week Domestic Policy Advisor Susan Rice and Co-Chair of the Gender Policy Council Julissa Reynoso hosted a roundtable at the White House with transgender women of color advocates from around the country.
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Read moreHistoric Funding Of $13 Million Dollars To The Transgender Wellness And Equity Fund By Governor Newsom Announced
California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that the Transgender Wellness and Equity Fund would be receiving $13 million in funding that will provide health care services for transgender, gender non-conforming, and intersex (TGI) people across all of California.