The Sad Truth of It - Hate Crimes Against Transgender People

This is something that, though upsetting, needs to be talked about. According to Transgender Law and Policy Institute "an estimated 2 to 5% of the population are transgender (i.e., experience some degree of gender dysphoria). The number of people who identify as transsexual and undergo sex-reassignment is smaller. Recent statistics from the Netherlands indicate that about 1 in 12,000 natal males undergo sex reassignment and about 1 in 34,000 natal females. Over time, the gap between the reported numbers of MTFs and FTMs transsexuals is closing."

As you can see, the numbers are staggering. It is the purpose of this blog to inform you of these issues. Even if only 15-20 people have read this, that's 15-20 who are now more knowledgeable of a minority group than before. Comments, such as the ones you guys have left me, are truly uplifting and knowing that you are even thinking and processing what you've read means I've done my job. Thank you. Thank you so very much for that.