Abi shares the story of Gwen Araujo, an inspiring young trans woman who was taken before her journey could really begin.

On the night of October 3 into the early morning of October 4, Gwen is brutally beaten and killed when a group of men forcibly discover the truth for themselves.

Listener discretion is advised.

TW: graphic violence, transphobia, homophobia, language

From the documentary titled Trained in the Ways of Men (2007), Victims Statements:

51:42 Gwen's Aunt Emma Rodrigues

52:45 Gwen's Aunt Lupe Downing

53:04 Gwen's Sister Pearl Serrano

53:30 Gwen's Mother Sylvia Guerrero.

If you or someone you know needs support here are resources:

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https://www.thetrevorproject.org

1-866-488-7386

https://www.hrc.org/resources/direct-online-and-phone-support-services-for-lgbtq-youth

Case Sources:

-https://abc7news.com/who-is-gwen-araujo-timeline-documentary-transgender-murder/12451079/

-https://abc7news.com/gwen-araujo-documentary-transgender-murder-movie-trans-panic-defense/12451012/

-https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Gwen_Araujo