A Note on Visibility in the Wake of 6 Trans Women’s Murders in 2015Representation is just one piece of the social justice pie, and trans women of color have had one year of increased media visibility after read more →
Because of You: My Letter to CeCe McDonald on Her ReleaseJanet pens an emotional letter to trailblazing activist CeCe McDonald to mark her release from prison. read more →
For My Sisters Who Showed Up for Islan Nettles & OurselvesJanet reflects on the problematic and clumsy vigil of Islan Nettles, a 21-year-old Black trans woman who was murdered in Harlem. read more →
Critiquing the New York Times’ Warped Portrait of Trans WomenTrans women of color navigate layers of oppression – none of which are examined and or mentioned in this New York Times feature read more →
Who We Say Matters: A Message for CeCe, Trayvon, Paige & #GirlsLikeUsThis USC commencement speech is a tribute to Black trans women CeCe McDonald and Paige Clay who’ve faced injustices that have shaken me.t read more →