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- Lia Thomas, a transgender athlete, accepted the Voice of Inspiration Award at Violet Visionary Awards on October 16, 2025, in Los Angeles.
- Thomas reflected on her journey as a transgender athlete and the support from trans mentors.
- Monika Burzynska, a former UPenn swimmer, said she was uncomfortable competing alongside Thomas.
- Dodgers and LA Football Club sponsored the event to celebrate LGBTQ+ empowerment amid debates about transgender athletes in women's sports.
