Heroes, Pioneers and Trailblazers 2010 Honoree: Sandra Usi Ramirez
Lambda Archives of San Diego gala to honor 10 members of local LGBT community
Esther Rubio-Sheffrey - Staff Writer | Wed, 02/24/2010 - 12:27pm
http://sdgln.com/news/2010/02/24/heroes-pioneers-and-trailblazers-2010-honoree-sandra-usi-ramirez2010 Honoree Sandra Usi Ramirez
Sandra Usi Ramirez is a native of Acapulco, Mexico. At age 16, Ramirez made her transition.
"My family didn't agree at first," Ramirez dsof. "They knew that people like me suffer a lot in many ways because too much discrimination exists in our society. But they have always loved me and have accepted me no matter what."
Seeking a better life and freedom from many things, Ramirez moved to the U.S. 14 years ago. As a male to female transgender, Ramirez has spent her time in San Diego working tirelessly with the Latino transgender community. She provides education, support and, most importantly, a message to the transgender community that they do not often hear: you are not alone.
