CRI听力:Caitlyn Jenner Calls out for Transgender People

Caitlyn Jenner has been awarded the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPYs.

She received a standing ovation from the sporting world's biggest stars after an emotional 10-minute speech urging acceptance for transgender people.

"This transition has been harder on me than anything I could imagine. And that's the case for so many others besides me. For that reason alone, trans people deserve something vital. They deserve your respect. And from that respect comes a more compassionate community."

A 1976 Olympic decathlete, Jenner urged the crowd to use their power to influence the public, especially young people. "My plea to you tonight is to join me in making this one of your issues as well."

Jenner's acceptance speech was witnessed by members of her famous family, including step-daughters Kim and Khloe Kardashian.

She became emotional when thanking her family. "I never wanted to hurt anyone else -- most of all my family and my kids. I am so, so grateful to have all of you in my life, thank you."

The awards show also played a video before the speech, following Jenner's story and struggle.

She first came out as a trans woman in April during a television interview on US network ABC.