People Quote by Melissa Gira Grant
“Looking at the huge number of transgender women of color who have been murdered since the beginning of the year - that we know of - the number has reached seven or eight at this point, maybe even nine, since the start of 2015. The number of those women involved in sex work is not a piece that gets lifted up in news reports. Sometimes people want to bury that, because they don't want to say anything that might make it seem as though those women were asking for it. We're still living with the idea that sex work somehow marks people as acceptable targets for violence.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Transgender Rights Panel, 2015, USA
The quote highlights the high murder count of transgender women of color, especially those in sex work, and critiques societal narratives that blame victims.
In simple terms: Transgender women of color face deadly violence, often ignored or blamed.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge victim‑blaming narratives.
Themes
violence
trans rights
intersectionality
media bias
Mood
angry
determined
urgent
Type
advocacy
political
social justice
When to use this quote
- advocacy
- policy reform
- community support
- media reporting
Key Concepts
systemic oppression
victim blaming
sex work stigma
Questions to Reflect On
- How can media responsibly report on marginalized victims?
- What policies can protect sex‑working transgender women?
A Different Perspective
The focus on numbers may overlook systemic causes and solutions.
