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The Unique Woman’s Coalition stands as a unified and powerful voice, amplifying the stories and addressing the unique needs of Black Trans culture.

Rooted in community, we are dedicated to shaping the next generation of Black Trans leaders through transformative mentorship, meaningful engagement, and unwavering community care.

Together, we honor our legacy while building a future of empowerment, equity, and resilience.

TransGiving 2025 | Community, Culture & Care
The Unique Woman’s Coalition presents the 24th Annual TransGiving Dinner — the longest-running Trans-led event in Los Angeles, created by Black folks for everyone.

This year’s theme, Community, Culture & Care, celebrates the power of coming together, honoring our shared stories, and nourishing the spirit of US.

✨ Saturday, November 22 | 5 PM – 8 PM
📍 The Connie (N. Martel Ave, Los Angeles)

Join us for a night of love, legacy, and celebration.
🎟️ Reserve your spot today by clicking the RSVP link above.

#theuwcofficial #itsanUSthing #TransGiving2025 #TransPower

This one’s for Black, Brown, and Indigenous trans women who’ve done sex work — past or present.

We’re coming together for six real sessions about life, safety, sisterhood, and power.
We’ll talk pride, wellness, self-defense, and how to show up for ourselves and each other.

You can earn up to $450 for completing the full series and surveys.
If you’re in L.A., this is for you.

See if you qualify here:
👉 linktr.ee/theuwcofficial

UWC November Newsletter 2025

TransGiving 2025

Saturday, Nov 22 • 5 PM • The Connie

The 24th Annual TransGiving Dinner. The longest running Trans led event in Los Angeles, created by Black folks for everyone.

Location: 1001 N Martel Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046.

RSVP at theuwc.org UWC Linktree

Pop Up Food Counter

Saturday, Nov 8 • Grab and Go at The Connie

In partnership with AHF Food for Health, supporting those impacted by the government shutdown and SNAP reductions. Everyone is welcome.

Civic Engagement

Polling Place • Special Election Prop 50

On Nov 4, The Connie served as an official Los Angeles County Polling Place. Thank you to our community for showing up. The poll workers love us.

Ready to Wear and Pantry

Closet Access and Pantry

Our Ready to Wear Closet is fully stocked and our pantry is filled with goodies.

Access: Members may visit twice a month on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12 PM to 5 PM.

SWLEARN Series

By and For Black and Brown Trans Women

Our SWLEARN Workshop Series with TransLatina Coalition and SWOPLA is underway. If you missed November, sign up now for the January cohort.

TDoR • Nov 20

Virtual Candlelight Vigil

We honor siblings whose lives were taken by transphobia and hatred. Details on Instagram.

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Community Shout Outs

Princess Xoé • Nov 2

Please join us in wishing Princess Xoé a joyful solar return.

On Repeat

NeverEndingNina • “Vision”

Big props to NeverEndingNina on the new sophomore EP. It is a whole vibe. Available on all platforms.

TransGiving Dinner

TransGiving Dinner (est 2000)

The UWC's "TransGiving Dinner; an annual dinner to provide a full course traditional holiday dinner, a safe social environment among Trans-Identified community members, allies, and their loved ones. November 22, 2025

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Our Honors Awards

The Reason For "HONORS"

This event is focused on honoring positive contributions by our West Coast LGBT People of Color; Honors gives us an opportunity to gather as a community to celebrate and shine light on the talent, dedication and efforts that positively impact our community.

The event a two hour mix of education and entertainment, while raising awareness and encouraging community building and spirit.

Our Honors Awards is presented by community for community, we’re a community nominated awards program, decisions about who receives awards are finalized by the awards committee, which includes past recipients and members of Our Honors board of directors.

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Queen Chela & the #GirlsNextDoor

“Queen Chela & The #GirlsNextDoor” talk show. Created by Chanel (Queen Chela Demuir), who will also serve as the show's executive producer and consultant, the program features a panel of Unique Women, community advocates & personalities as co-hosts discussing current issues and news items ranging from social and political issues to tabloid headlines, celebrity and buzz-worthy news.. this project's main objective is to create and show positive images of the Trans community. via our official YouTube channel.