

Inside a Self-Defense Class for Trans People
Apr 2, 2025
Bianca Taylor, host and producer of KQED’s The Latest, dives into a self-defense class in San Francisco’s Transgender District tailored for queer and trans individuals. She explores the climate of fear created by recent political shifts and how this class fosters resilience and community. Bianca discusses essential self-defense skills like verbal de-escalation and situational awareness, all while highlighting the importance of safe spaces and support for marginalized groups. Ultimately, it’s a powerful look at empowerment amid rising threats.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Empowerment Through Self-Defense in the Transgender District
01:41 • 2min
Empowerment Through Self-Defense Training for Trans Individuals
03:37 • 3min
Empowerment Through Self-Defense for Trans Individuals
06:20 • 4min
Empowerment Through Self-Defense: Resilience in the Trans Community
10:27 • 2min