MEET Samantha

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Samantha is a Condom Saturation and Risk Reduction Specialist at Valley AIDS Council in McAllen, TX. “Everything I am, I get from my mom. She taught me that life is tough, and she also taught me that if life ever gives you lemons, well then you might as well go ahead and make lemonade - and enjoy it. She is my hero, without her, I would not be the strong, proud Latina woman of color that I am today. I am a Guerrera (warrior) that will fight for my family, friends and community.”

“So my message to my trans siblings out there is always walk with your head up high and feel proud to be transgender, drink that lemonade and take in this very important truth-YOU, TOO, ARE UNSTOPPABLE.”