💨 Abstract

Trans athlete Ry Shissler and their Canadian team, Purple Fins, decided to skip the WorldPride celebrations and aquatics championship in Washington, D.C. due to concerns about safety and respect for their rights in the U.S. under the Trump administration's policies. The 2025 WorldPride, while planned to be significant, has seen a chill in expected participation. The athletes fear for their safety and whether their rights will be respected.

Courtesy: theprint.in