The Brazilian male chauvinist society urges families to reject young transsexuals. They are often found on the streets, where many end up prostituting themselves. In most cases, they start depending on those who will finance their body transformation and are drawn into a world of sexual exploitation.

Dediane, of the GRAB (Grupo de Resistência Asa Branca - LGBT rights NGO), sheds light on the dangers encountered by the transsexual population.