Violence Against the Transgender Community in 2016
Sadly, 2016 has already seen at least 16 transgender people fatally shot, stabbed and killed by other violent means. As HRC continues to work toward justice and equality for transgender…
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Hate Crimes
The LGBTQ community, and particularly trans women of color, is acutely vulnerable to acts of violence. Learn how we’re using the progress we’ve made and pushing to end crimes based on hate.
Addressing Anti-Transgender Violence: Exploring Realities, Challenges and Solutions
In 2015, at least 21 transgender people have been victims of fatal violence in the United States, more killings of transgender people than any other year on record. More transgender…
A National Crisis: Anti-Transgender Violence
New issue brief details realities that conspire to put transgender people of color at heightened risk of violence.
What to Do If You’ve Been The Victim of a Hate Crime
Find steps you can take if you have been the victim of a hate crime.
Questions and Answers: The Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act
Learn more about the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act
Hate Crimes Timeline
There were challenges and victories - both big and small - along the way. Here’s a look back at some of the bigger developments in the fight for passage of…
A Guide to State-Level Advocacy Following Enactment of the Hate Crimes Prevention Act
A guide to state-level advocacy following enactment of the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act.