Gwen Araujo

Abi shares the story of Gwen Araujo, an inspiring young trans woman who was taken before her journey could really begin. On the night of October 3 into the early morning of October 4, Gwen is brutally beaten and killed when a group of men forcibly discover the truth for themselves. Listener discretion is advised. TW: graphic violence, transphobia, homophobia, language From the documentary titled Trained in the Ways of Men (2007), Victims Statements: 51:42 Gwen's Aunt Emma Rodrigues 52:45 Gwen's Aunt Lupe Downing 53:04 Gwen's Sister Pearl Serrano 53:30 Gwen's Mother Sylvia Guerrero. If you or someone you know needs support here are resources: *** https://www.thetrevorproject.org 1-866-488-7386 https://www.hrc.org/resources/direct-online-and-phone-support-services-for-lgbtq-youth Case Sources: -https://abc7news.com/who-is-gwen-araujo-timeline-documentary-transgender-murder/12451079/ -https://abc7news.com/gwen-araujo-documentary-transgender-murder-movie-trans-panic-defense/12451012/ -https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Gwen_Araujo