but also want to recognize alexandra byerley for being here as well. she heads an organization that represents one of the most disenfranchised communities in san francisco, the trans gender community, the community that has great needs. luckily or unfortunately, she was there when this happened. anyway, i just want to say thank you very much for your courage. on behalf of the board of supervisors of the city and county of san francisco, it is my honor to present you with the certificate of honor for your courage, for passionately advocating for the safety and respect of all transgender people, for strength and valor in telling your story to raise awareness of hate crimes and eradicate all acts of violence against transgender men and women. >> thanks -- thank you. [applause] >> thank you, supervisor campos. thank you for being here today, and also for showing up at the rally, like you always do for the lgbt community. i would also like to think the community against violence and a lot of the prominent organizations that always stand up for transgender p