Standing with Trans Youth

Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court dealt a devastating blow to our communities by upholding Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth. This ruling not only attacks the fundamental right to healthcare and self-determination but will disproportionately harm trans young people in our Latino and immigrant families who already face systemic barriers to accessing care. This Supreme Court decision goes beyond healthcare—it signals to states that discriminating against transgender people is acceptable, threatening the civil liberties of all marginalized communities.

At the Dolores Huerta Foundation, we believe every person deserves to live with dignity, be safe, and get the care they need.

Trans-Latine Leaders Respond

The TransLatin@ Coalition, led by trans immigrants and people of color in Los Angeles, is demanding action:

“Access to gender-affirming care is not up for debate.” — Bamby Salcedo, CEO TransLatin@ Coalition (pictured above, at Dolores Huerta’s 95th Celebration)

Their message is clear: Trans youth need care, love, and protection—not more laws designed to harm them.

How We Fight Back

We have the power to continue to advocate for what is right:

• Fund trans-led organizations, especially those led by immigrants and people of color
• Educate our families about why trans rights strengthen all of us
• Show up at school boards and city councils to demand inclusive policies

Our Promise At the Dolores Huerta Foundation, we stand with trans people because this fight connects to our broader struggle for immigrant rights, racial justice, and human dignity. We’ll keep organizing and building power until all our communities can live with freedom and joy.