URGE’s Statement on the Supreme Court Ruling in West Virginia v. BPJ

Statement by Daniela Diaz, Senior Director of Federal Policy and Advocacy with URGE: Unite for Reproductive and Gender Equity

“Today’s decisions by the Supreme Court are neither surprising, nor are they the end of our fight for dignity, equality, and safety for transgender youth. We have seen an unprecedented pace of legislation introduced and passed aimed at excluding trans youth from every aspect of society, from schools, sports, healthcare, and public life.” 

“Extremist politicians and courts have cruelly targeted young people as scapegoats in their hateful vendetta to control our bodies and our communities. Today’s decisions are another blow, further marginalizing and targeting young trans people.”

“We know that the hate and harm being issued toward trans people is about control, power, and attacking the most vulnerable of our communities. Trans youth deserve the opportunity to live their lives authentically, joyfully, and with dignity. We will never stop fighting for equal access, fair treatment, and for our gender identities to be respected.”