For Black trans women, a chosen mother means love — and a vital line of defense

In the 19th, a local area, some individuals have found support through chosen family. For one resident, Jeynce Poindexter, this support was crucial after leaving home at 14 due to a lack of acceptance. Chosen family has provided a vital sense of love and acceptance for Poindexter, who is a Black trans woman. This support network has been essential in filling gaps left by a lack of traditional family support. Further details about the importance of chosen family and its impact on local residents are available from the source, which also touches on the growing need for such support in the face of anti-trans restrictions.