Transgender activist Henry Berg-Brousseau and Ky. state senator’s son dies by suicide at 24

The son of Louisville Democratic state Sen. Karen Berg has died by suicide at age 24.

In an emailed statement, Berg said her son, Henry Berg-Brousseau, a transgender activist for LGBTQ rights, died by suicide last Friday morning.

«Henry spent his life working to extend grace, compassion and understanding to everyone, but especially to the vulnerable and marginalised. This grace, compassion and understanding was not always returned to him», the statement reads, lpm.org reports.

If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can check Netflix’s wannatalkaboutit.com – (world wide) to get local help and support.  

If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can reach the U.S National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by phone at 988, or online at 988lifeline.org

You can also contact the Trevor Project, which provides free, confidential counsellors who specialise in helping U.S LGBTQ youth.