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Girl in Action: Nicole Maines Brings Voice to Transgender People

Nicole Maines, 14, is a activist for transgender rights. Nicole bravely told the world about her transition from boy to girl in a two-hour interview with “Boston Globe” reporter Bella English; the story was published in December 2011 on the front page of the “Boston Sunday Globe.” Publicity around Nicole and her transition has grown exponentially, and we are honored that Nicole has selected Teen Voices as her last public interview. Read on to learn more about her activism in advancing the rights of transgender individuals.