Webinar shows FEMA worried about faith-based partners treatment of trans migrants [Video]

As Florida braces for a second hurricane in as many weeks, a resurfaced video of a 2023 FEMA webinar shows panelists worried about the treatment of trans migrants during a broader conversation about the importance of focusing on equity over utility.  

First reported by The New York Post, the webinar – the first of two – featured panelists from the private and public sector discussing, what they regarded as the need for “preparedness and mitigation considerations for LGBTQIA+ communities.”

Though the talk included members from faith-based organizations, one of the participants expressed their concerns about the treatment of “trans migrants” in shelters. 

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FEMA financial management specialist Reilly Hirst discussed the concerns “migrant transwomen” have when seeking shelter – particularly those that are faith-based. 

“There is also a concern of whether they would trust the people [and] places that are offering shelter …