Our HIStory

About Thriving Transmen of Color (TTMOC)

Thriving Transmen of Color (TTMOC) is a national grassroots nonprofit organization headquartered in Downtown Newport News, Virginia, with active chapters in Atlanta, the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia), California, Florida, Chicago, and Las Vegas.

Founded to combat the stigma surrounding transgender people of color, TTMOC is committed to community development, crisis intervention, mentorship, referrals, and networking opportunities for individuals facing extreme hardship. Our work extends beyond addressing racial and societal inequities we empower our community members to overcome challenges and flourish with dignity and purpose.

Led by a powerful team of Black and Brown advocates and changemakers, both binary and nonbinary, TTMOC provides critical support while prioritizing equity, inclusivity, and intersectional justice. We actively partner with organizations and corporations that share our vision of creating a more equitable future for all.

At the heart of our work is a commitment to:

💥Champion community volunteerism among under-resourced individuals
🤎Provide livable wages, especially for transgender people of color
🖤Build networks of care, support, and opportunity for our most vulnerable populations
🚨Celebrate authenticity and eradicate shame, promoting healing and empowerment

We envision a world where love fuels action, where our victories are shared, and where the voices of People of Color in the TLGBQ+ community are not only heard but celebrated. Through unity, advocacy, and resilience, we strive to rewrite the narrative and illuminate the immense potential of our community.

At TTMOC, we don’t just dream of a better world we build it, together.