Trafficked Transgenders

Trafficked Transgenders

Transgenders who have crossed the Tijuana border into the United States to escape persecution in their homeland are at a high risk of being exploited. They are often in desperate need of money, unable to earn a living or speak English, and a fear of going to the police makes them easy prey for sex traffickers and pimps. Their stories are similar, oftentimes molested by their relatives at a young age only to be shunned by family & society for their sexuality. Transgenders’ customers include a wide range of people and professionals, such as police officers, military, lawyers, professional businessmen, and usually married men.

Due to discrimination in many jobs and industries, transgenders often have no choice but to turn to alternative ways to make money. This includes drugs, commercial sex and other criminalized work. People from all walks of life can become a victim of human trafficking but one of the biggest factors that all victims share is vulnerability. The unique obstacles faced by transgender individuals make them susceptible to exploitation because these factors can engender a willingness to do whatever is necessary for survival.

La Maestra (Spanish for the teacher), has been dedicated to its mission to
provide quality health care and education to improve the overall well being of low-income and immigrant residents. Bringing the underserved and ethnically diverse communities into the mainstream of society through effective change culturally and linguistically respecting the dignity of all patients. La Maestra has grown into an award-winning health organization and has provided immigrants and transgenders medical services, education and a place of refuge and support.

For victim assistance, call the CSP Victim Assistance program at 949-250-4058 or call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 888-373-7888.

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