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Hundreds Flock to Dolores, Preparing for Trans March

Posted by: YWFC
June 23, 2023

Published by Mission Local

Amid nationwide waves of anti-transgender sentiments and legislation, the Trans March kicked off its 20th anniversary this morning at Dolores Park.

Around 5 p.m., the host introduced Juju Pikes-Prince, described as a trans auntie at the Young Women’s Freedom Center to other youths, including Banko Brown. Brown was an organizer at the center. 

“I’m the auntie of Banko Brown,” she said. “I want everyone to come together to fight for this cause, because we’re not free until all of our people are free, y’all.”

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