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Transgender Women Celebrate Quinceañera Amid Violence in Latin America

12/23/2025

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Kassandra Rivas, a 51-year-old transgender woman, celebrated her quinceañera in Houston with support from the Organización Latina de Trans en Texas.
Vickymar Castrellon, another celebrant, celebrated her quinceañera and expressed joy.
The event highlights the challenges facing transgender people in Latin America, where violence and discrimination are prevalent.
A report indicates that 68% of global transgender murders occurred in Latin America from October 2024 to September 2025.

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Story summary

Kassandra Rivas, a 51-year-old transgender woman, celebrated her quinceañera in Houston with support from the Organización Latina de Trans en Texas.
Vickymar Castrellon, another celebrant, celebrated her quinceañera and expressed joy.
The event highlights the challenges facing transgender people in Latin America, where violence and discrimination are prevalent.
A report indicates that 68% of global transgender murders occurred in Latin America from October 2024 to September 2025.