Tag Archives: hate crime
Trans woman killed in Belgrade
Given that transsexuals make up such a small fraction of the population, the regularity of murders demonstates the high homicide risk – especially for trans women. The latest victim is Minja Kočiš who was found dead in her Belgrade flat … Continue reading
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Murder of Honduran trans activist
Human Rights Watch are calling for an investigation into the murder of Cynthia Nicole who was shot and killed on 9th January 2009. Cynthia was a leading activist fighting for transgendered rights in Hondurus, working closely with many transgendered sex workers. … Continue reading
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Flawed Met Police survey on homophobia / transphobia
In conjunction with Galop and Gaydar Girls, the Metropolitan Police in London have launched a survey on women’s experience of transphobia and homophobia. You may be asked to fill this in if you are visiting an LGBT venue: it is entirely … Continue reading
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