BreakOUT

01/15/2026

“Encuentra el valor y el poder en ti; es el inicio para poder quebrar los obstáculos que se interponen en tu vida”, dice la activista de derechos humanos Arely Westley.

Con esta certeza, ella misma ha transformado los desafíos de ser una mujer trans inmigrante, en una fuerza que hoy la impulsa a cambiar la realidad de su comunidad. “Cuando me encuentro en el momento más oscuro me pregunto: ¿Cómo puedo traer luz a este lugar?”, reflexiona.

Su compromiso con una sociedad más justa la ha hecho merecedora del Premio Robert F. Kennedy por los Derechos Humanos. “No estamos aquí sólo para sobrevivir, sino para florecer”, afirma.

Y nos invita a mirarnos con compasión y coraje: “Levántate cada mañana y detente frente al espejo. Admira tu belleza y halla el valor en esa persona que ves”. Porque tu voz y tu historia importan, y siempre hay una puerta posible, incluso donde hoy ves una pared. “Sólo necesitamos tomar la iniciativa”, asegura.

Telemundo

04/03/2024

04/02/2024

🌈Join us April 16th for Pride Day At The Capitol as we share the day immersed in discussions centered around legislation and bills, stories, education and community building activities! Free meals and T-shirts will be provided to those who register.🌈

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04/01/2024

Trans Day of Visibility serves as a vibrant reminder of the power of allyship and support for marginalized communities navigating a maze of challenges across various spheres like the criminal system, immigration, reproductive rights, housing, education, violence, and healthcare access. Let’s raise our voices in solidarity for the protection of our trans and q***r family worldwide!

We deserve all of the good things coming for us and we are glad to celebrate this day with all our trans siblings and those who love us. We're not free till we're all free!

Southern Organizer Academy
Real Name Campaign NOLA
Freedom Road Socialist Organization - New Orleans
Trans Q***r Youth NOLA
NOCOP

03/31/2024

Congrats 🎉 Arely Westley Kafati well deserved we are so proud of you 🏳️‍⚧️🌹🙏

Join us for the 41st annual Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Human Rights Award honoring anti-detention and LGBTQ+ youth advocate, Arely Westley!

A longtime advocate for immigrant, Latinx, and + communities, Arely Westley works to uplift LGBTQ+ youth, stop abuses in detention facilities, and expand access to support services in New Orleans, LA. Westley serves as the Campaign Director at BreakOUT, an organization that seeks to empower Black and transgender and gender non-conforming youth through leadership development programs. She is also a vital member of the Southeast Dignity Not Detention Coalition (SDND), a group of nonprofits and grassroots organizations committed to advancing immigrants’ rights through legal and community support services.

It is an immense honor to recognize Arely for her fearless advocacy and unwavering commitment to human rights. A heartfelt congratulations and a very happy birthday to you, Arely! 💙 💙

02/27/2024

We know we are stronger together. When times get hard it's time to join together and hold each other in strength and vulnerability. Join us for a candlelight vigil honoring Nex Benedict and other victims of anti-transgender and anti-non-binary violence this Thursday at the Greenway Station on Lafitte's Greenway. We will gather on Thursday 2/29 from 6:30 - 8 pm and hold space for all who wish to speak or share in other ways (poetry, music, dance, all forms of expression are welcome).

There will also be a temporary altar in honor of those lost to anti-LGBTQ2IA+ violence created towards the beginning of the vigil. Please feel free to bring photos, flowers, or other additions for the altar. After, the New Orleans Pride Center will be open for additional heart sharing if needed. If you have questions or would like to be involved with the organizing of this event please email [email protected].

02/21/2024

02/01/2024

01/25/2024

Help Arely Westley get Gender-Affirming Care! My name is Mich Gonzale… Mich Gonzalez needs your support for Help Arely Westley get Gender-Affirming Care!

01/18/2024

01/18/2024

We are currently seeking Trans & Q***r folks 16 & up to support in building a better New Orleans for Trans & Q***r youth! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 Save the date for the meeting on Sunday February 18th @ 2PM.
📧Email us at [email protected] with the subject line "Board" for the Zoom link.