14/05/2015 | Writer: Janset Kalan

On Tuesday night, 12 May 2015, 2 trans women sex workers were attacked in different districts in Istanbul (Findikzade and Bagdat Boulevard).

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On Tuesday night, 12 May 2015, 2 trans women sex workers were attacked in different districts in Istanbul (Findikzade and Bagdat Boulevard).
 
We need a law against transphobic hatred!
 
Migel, a trans woman sex worker living in Findikzade, was attacked in her own apartment by a group of men. She was brutally injured with deep cuts on several parts of her body. She was brought to Sisli Etfal Hospital by her friends. The attackers were caught after statements to the police and prosecutor’s office. The attackers had previous records for robbery and assault and are in custody.
 
One night, two attacks
 
The same night, Isil, another trans woman sex worker in Bagdat Boulevard, was attacked by a group of 5 men. She was assaulted and her jaw was broken. She is receiving treatment in a hospital. Her situation is stable but there are bruises on her body due to the assault. The attackers have not been found.
 
Attacks on trans women are increasing
 
Last week there were 4 attacks on trans women sex workers in 3 different cities (Istanbul, Izmir and Kocaeli). Pink Life LGBTT Solidarity Association protested these attacks in Ankara with a press release.
 
Ankara Bar Association provides pro-bono legal support for right violations against LGBTIs. Trans residents of Ankara can contact the Gelincik Center for pro-bono legal aid from the Bar Association.
 
Translation: LGBTI News Turkey 

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