Pauly Likens was a vibrant and beloved teen trans girl in Western Pennslyvania who deserved to live a long and fruitful life. She loved bright pink, her deep empathy made her always gravitate to the new kids in class, and she hoped to be a park ranger one day, just like her aunt. She was 14.

Pauly was tragically taken from our community in late June 2024. Now her family and our community comes together in grief and with the demand for justice for her murder.

This page is a place for supporters of the quest for justice for Pauly Likens to show their support for her life, the family's quest for justice, and the quest for justice for trans youth in Pennsylvania and nationwide.

By signing this pledge, you let the LGBTQ Alliance of Shenango Valley know that you will stand witness, spread information about her story and quest for justice, and take steps that will help find justice for Pauly as well as help other survivors and families of those affected by violence against trans youth.

Current asks:

Sign the pledge today (on the right!) and share!)

Call PA State Senator Lisa Baker to ask to add gender expression to the PA hate crimes law (PA House bills 1024-1027): 717-787-7428 #DoItForPauly

Support for the funeral expenses of Pauly Likens  (vetted page).

About us

We are the Shenango Valley Pride Picnic and LGBTQ Alliance,a small nonprofit serving the LGBTQIA+ community and their families to offer a local pride event and support services to an underserved area in Western Pennsylvania.

Resources

We know that Pauly's story is painful to witness and can be triggering for many different reasons, and we want to make sure our community is cared for. Please reach out to these care organizations if you are in distress

Trevor Project (for trans youth) 866-488-7386

Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860

RAINN (sexual and partner violence): 800-656-HOPE

SAGE LGBT Elder Hotline: 877-360-5428 and Hear Me text app