Many victims report that police and government agencies fail to protect them, leading to increased risk.
Black transgender women report extreme abuse while incarcerated, including being housed in men's facilities, sexual assault, and denial of medical care. For instance, Ashley Diamond, a Black trans woman, filed multiple lawsuits against the Georgia Department of Corrections for sexual assault and harassment experienced while in prison. black shemale abuse
Transgender women of color frequently face higher rates of poverty, unemployment, and housing instability, which increases their vulnerability to survival sex work and violence. Causes and Intersectionality Many victims report that police and government agencies