The intersection of racial and gender-based stigma significantly impacts health outcomes and the quality of care received.
: Approximately 34% of Black transgender respondents in historical surveys reported a household income of less than $10,000 annually—a rate eight times higher than the general U.S. population.
Black transgender women are disproportionately targets of fatal violence, often fueled by a combination of racism and transphobia.
: In 2024, half of the documented killings of transgender and gender-expansive people in the U.S. were Black trans women.
Black transgender individuals often face severe economic instability due to workplace discrimination and systemic barriers.
