| Abstrakt: |
Organizations in Honduras with trans* women as members play a significant role as promoters of human rights in a country ravaged by transphobia and impunity for crimes committed against trans* people. By appropriating human rights principles, members increase their self-esteem, while collectively demanding rights. Shared experiences of marginalization and human rights abuses explain the self-identification of members within their organizations as more than a sentiment of belonging to an LGBTQ community. As such, the government must end impunity around transphobia in Honduras, and supporters of LGBTQ rights should consider the unique human rights needs of trans* people. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
