Abstract

ANTONIO MADRID, Edgar; DIAZ CARRION, Isis Arlene  and  GAGGIOTTI, Hugo. Vulnerability and Transgender Women: Laura’s Case. Región y sociedad [online]. 2023, vol.35, e1829.  Epub Mar 01, 2024. ISSN 2448-4849.  https://doi.org/10.22198/rys2023/35/1829.

Objective: To present the case of a transgender migrant woman in the Mexico-American border region, emphasizing the issue of vulnerability. Methodology: Qualitative social perspective through grounded theory. Results: The informant describes various forms of vulnerability associated with being a transgender woman Value: This type of approach may be useful in planning projects and social programs aimed at mitigating the social needs of minority groups. Limitations: As this is a case study, no generalizations are intended. Conclusions: Knowing these vulnerabilities helps promote a culture of empathy and consideration for the pain of others.

Keywords : vulnerability; transgender women; Mexico-United States border; Tijuana; case study.