Nonbinary teen dies after physical altercation. Nex Benedict identified as non-binary and had previously been bullied.
The case gained attention after a fundraising campaign was started for Benedict's parents and the case was also picked up by national US media. A fundraising campaign to cover Nex Benedict's funeral costs has now far exceeded its $15,000 goal. ACLU described the death of Nex Benedict as an "inevitable consequence of hateful rhetoric and discriminatory legislation directed against trans youth." Every student must have the safe and affirming environment to thrive.