This term refers to individuals who provide companionship and often sexual services in Colorado Springs, and who identify or present as transgender. The abbreviation “ts” typically stands for transgender. Such services operate within a complex legal and social landscape.
The presence of this specific service sector highlights the intersection of gender identity and sex work. Understanding this phenomenon requires acknowledging the existence of transgender individuals within the sex work industry and the specific challenges and vulnerabilities they may face. Examining this subject can provide insight into broader issues of gender identity, economic inequality, and the legal frameworks surrounding sex work. Historical context may include the evolving understanding and acceptance of transgender identities and the changing legal status of sex work over time.