The Trans Remembrance Project has released its latest annual report, documenting deaths of transgender and gender nonconforming people between November 1, 2024 and October 31, 2025. The data reflects continued violence, high rates of suicide among young people, and ongoing challenges in documenting the true number of cases.
According to the report, 58 transgender and gender nonconforming individuals died during the most recent reporting period. Of these deaths, 27 were classified as violent, and 21 were confirmed suicides. The remaining cases fell into other categories that the organization tracks, including deaths linked to medical neglect, unsolved cases, and situations lacking clear classification.
Gun violence remains a significant factor in the deaths documented this year. Of the 27 violent deaths, at least 17 involved firearms. The report indicates that transgender women of color continue to face the highest rates of lethal violence. Within this group, the majority of confirmed cases involved Black transgender women. The organization notes that these patterns remain consistent with previous years and continue to reflect longstanding disparities in risk and vulnerability.
The report also highlights concerns about mental health among transgender youth. Of the 21 suicides documented, 61 percent involved individuals between the ages of 15 and 24. The Trans Remembrance Project states that young people in this age group face a combination of family rejection, school-based discrimination, limited access to affirming health care, and community isolation, which together heighten suicide risk. The organization emphasized that these numbers likely underrepresent the full scope of the crisis.
A central challenge identified in the report is the continuing problem of erasure. Many deaths of transgender people are not documented accurately due to misgendering in police reports, obituaries, or local news articles. Some cases are never publicly identified as involving transgender individuals, making it difficult for researchers to verify the decedents’ identities. As a result, the Trans Remembrance Project cautions that its annual totals should be interpreted as minimum numbers rather than complete counts.
The report also references survey data collected by the organization. According to the findings, 62 percent of transgender respondents reported feeling either very uncomfortable or somewhat uncomfortable asking police for help because of their gender identity or expression. Advocates say that this discomfort contributes to underreporting of violence and reduces the likelihood that victims will seek assistance in dangerous situations.
The Trans Remembrance Project uses its annual report to track patterns over time, identify disparities, and highlight areas in need of policy attention. The organization states that improved data collection, better cooperation from local agencies, and increased public awareness are essential for understanding the scope of violence and discrimination.
As the report concludes, the organization notes that each number represents an individual who lived a real life with relationships, history, and community ties. The aim of the project is to ensure their deaths are recognized and recorded while encouraging efforts that may help reduce future violence and self-harm.
