Olivia Hill made history in 2024 by becoming the first out transgender person elected to public office in Tennessee. In September, she won an at-large seat on the Metropolitan Council of Nashville and Davidson County.
“This year, I’m most proud of the progress we’ve made in expanding dialogue and understanding around trans rights in Tennessee, especially in a political climate that can be resistant to change,” she says. In the coming year, “I plan to continue building coalitions and working at the intersection of policy and activism to create a more inclusive Tennessee and beyond.”
“I am truly honored and humbled by this recognition as the Out100 Readers’ Choice in the Politics category,” she notes. “As an out and open trans woman and the first openly trans person ever elected in Tennessee’s history, this acknowledgment holds profound significance for me personally and professionally. It represents not only my journey but the journey of countless individuals fighting for representation, equality, and a voice in spaces that often exclude us.” @oliviahill247
