💨 Abstract

In Washington, D.C., Bella Bautista, a 22-year-old transgender pageant contestant and activist, attends World Pride events. Hailing from Cartersville, Georgia, Bautista is the first trans woman to compete in the Miss Supranational USA pageant. She advocates for transgender rights and visibility, aiming to dispel stereotypes and promote acceptance. She founded “This Does Not Define Me,” an organization focused on visibility and challenging prejudices.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff