Who was January?
April 9, 1986 to September 30, 2012
She was a kind, caring, generous and loyal friend, who helped other transgender women with their gender transition.
January tragically passed in 2012 in New Westminster
We carry her legacy forward through the youth award and her documentary.
Her Impact
She was a transgender Filipina woman and Social Coordinator of Sher Vancouver, and was the first transgender person to hold an executive position within the organization.
She welcomed new members, connected them to information and support services, and helped organize and plan social activities and events. A singer and dancer, she also performed at Sher events.
Not a day goes by that January’s friends don’t miss her.
— Ash Brar, President of Sher Vancouver
Her Journey
January had many challenges and struggles as an immigrant, as a person of colour and as a transgender woman living in poverty.
Nonetheless, she was a bright light and shining star in Sher Vancouver.