Meredith Talusan

With divorce illegal and online dating popular, it’s hard for women in the Philippines to protect their interests when they get involved with Western men, but a new generation with new technology is reshaping the online mating ritual to finally help tip the scales in women’s’ favor.

A team of reporters, led by Meredith Talusan, have created a database in remembrance of the 111 transgender people murdered in the United States from 2010-2016, accompanied by a feature story discussing advocacy opportunities, including the roles of law enforcement and social media.