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The Intersectional Advocate — Championing immigrant rights, trans empowerment, and inclusive public policy.

Jupiter Peraza has turned her personal journey—from undocumented immigrant to nationally recognized activist—into a platform for trans empowerment and immigrant rights. Active in San Francisco’s political and cultural scene since the late 2010s, she’s helped redefine what trans leadership looks like at the intersection of multiple marginalized identities.

Biggest Wins:

• Advocated for and secured San Francisco’s official Transgender History Month proclamation (2021).
• Served as Director of Social Justice & Empowerment Initiatives at the Transgender District, centering immigrant and trans communities.
• Named a Feminist Policy Fellow by the Women’s Foundation of California.
• Frequent speaker and panelist on immigration reform, trans rights, and intersectional justice.

Why She Matters:

Peraza’s work ensures that immigrant and undocumented trans voices aren’t left out of the conversation—and that policy reflects the complexity of real lives.

Ways to Connect:

• Follow @jupiterperaza on Instagram for advocacy updates.
• Stay up to date with initiatives from the San Francisco Trans Advisory Committee