Transforming Survival Into Purpose.
Bamby Salcedo is a trailblazing Trans Latina immigrant, activist, and visionary whose life’s mission is to uplift and empower transgender, gender expansive, and intersex people across the world.
Who I Am
I am a proud Trans Latina immigrant woman who has turned pain into purpose. From surviving systemic violence and rejection to standing on global stages, my journey is proof that resilience and love can change the world.
As the President and CEO of The TransLatin@ Coalition, I work every day to create spaces where our community can live in dignity, safety, and freedom. Our stories matter. Our lives are valuable. And together, we are shaping a future where all people are affirmed for who they truly are.
“Our society condemns us because of who we are, yet I have dedicated my life to proving that transformation is possible when we are given love, dignity, and opportunity.”
-Bamby Salcedo
Through activism, education, and coalition-building, I strive to dismantle systems that dehumanize us.
I’ve had the honor of developing the Center for Violence Prevention & Transgender Wellness, a multipurpose space for TGI people in Los Angeles — and of leading national advocacy efforts that promote equity, justice, and opportunity for our communities.
Speaking & Media
At the heart of Bamby’s philosophy is love — love that restores, rebuilds, and revolutionizes. This keynote explores how empathy and care can be radical acts of defiance against systems that divide us.
My work is more than advocacy — it’s love in motion.
Join me in building a world where trans lives are celebrated, not criminalized.