The intersection of racial and gender-based stigma significantly impacts health outcomes and the quality of care received.
: Black transgender people have reported unemployment rates (20%) that are twice as high as those of the general Black population (10%) and four times higher than the general U.S. population. black trannys
: Over 20% of Black transgender respondents in some studies were living with HIV, compared to roughly 2.6% of transgender respondents of all races and 0.6% of the general U.S. population. : Over 20% of Black transgender respondents in
: Many individuals report encountering providers who lack education on transgender health or who exhibit judgment and discrimination, leading to an avoidance of medical services . Safety and Violence Safety and Violence Despite systemic challenges
Despite systemic challenges, Black transgender communities foster strong networks of support and cultural production.