NYC Youth For Trans rights

Who We Are

We are a small, non-profit organization run by trans youth that was formed in February of 2023 after the death of Brianna Ghey, a 16 year old transgender girl from the UK. We are fighting for trans rights locally, nationally, and globally!

Alex Carroll

He/they/it 17

My reason for being an organizer for this march is that I, myself, am trans. I grew up going to protests as well as going to pride, and I learned that if we want something, most of the time the government won’t listen without protests and uproar. After the death of Brianna Ghey, I was left wondering why there wasn’t any uproar about this, why there wasn’t outrage amongst our community. I knew I had to do something, and I knew we had to do it soon. After the hundreds of anti-trans bills began being put out, this just strengthened the idea that I knew I had to do something to put a stop to all of this.

Raven Benjamin

he/they 17

Before coming out, and more frequently after I came out, I noticed an up-charge of anti queer and trans laws being passed, resulting in the murders and suicides of trans people. People just like me, who had the same experiences I have. When we first started NYC Youth for Trans Rights, I simply wanted to be loud and make sure people know that we're here, we're queer, and we're not going anywhere. But as time went on, I realized it's about more than that. This is about the people I'm marching with as well. It's about letting them all know that they're not alone, that they're loved, and that we won't be erased.

Kal Garcia

HE/him 17

As not only a trans person but as an indigenous Hispanic, it’s more then relevant now to stick together. I’m here so we can be loud and be proud, making sure that tomorrow is guaranteed for me and my trans siblings. NYCY4TR isn’t only an organization, it’s a community. Keep your creativity alive!

Mina Row

he/they 17

Mina is a 17 year old senior at Lab High School. He wants to be a teacher as an adult and hopes to mentor and create a good example for young trans folks. His other interests include guitar, visual art, farming, and classical Indian dance.

Angelo Ocasio

she/he 18

As a born and raised New Yorker, Angelo has been exposed to varying identities regarding gender, sexuality, and race. Her strong individual, familial, and peer relationships with diverse queer folks has provided her with a unique lens on today’s most pressing issues regarding Transgender rights. Angelo is a passionate and results-driven leader committed to intersectionality and advocacy for the Transgender community (and beyond). Angelo’s deep love for public speaking, community building, and education radiates in her involvement within communities such as: Model Congress, Public Forum Debate, leading independent fellowship research in Environmental justice, and her dedication to NYCY4TR. Aside from advocacy work, Angelo also has a love for neuroscience, video essays, goodreads, and ballet!

Quinn Canales

she/they 20

Born in Nezahualcoyotl Mexico and immigrating to NYC at only 3 years old, Quinn always knew she was different, but it wasn’t until 2020 where Quinn finally learned to accept their gender fluidity, Quinn aspires to work in the theater and possibly even be a professor teaching theater history or costume design

UPCOMING EVENTS

March for Queer & Trans Youth Autonomy

March 31st 2025 at 5pm
Union Square, Manhattan, New York
Contact us at [email protected] for any questions, comments or concerns.

Where to Reach Us

Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @nycyouth4transrights
TikTok: @nyc4transrights
Twitter: @nyc4transrights
Our GoFundMe for supplies for events