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Transgender Day of Visibility
International Transgender Day of Visibility (often referred to as TDOV or Trans Day of Visibility) is an annual event occurring every March 31 since 2009.
TDOV is dedicated to celebrating transgender people and raising awareness of discrimination faced by transgender people worldwide, as well as a celebration of their contributions to society. The first International Transgender Day of Visibility was held on March 31, 2009. It has since been spearheaded by the U.S.-based youth advocacy organization Trans Student Educational Resources.
The Transgender Day of Remembrance, or TDoR, is observed annually on November 20th. It's a day to remember and honor transgender people who have been lost to violence due to anti-transgender prejudice.
TDoR began in 1998 following the murder of Rita Hester. Since then, it's grown into a global event with vigils, memorials, and educational programs raising awareness about the high rates of violence faced by the transgender community, particularly transgender women of color. TDoR serves a crucial purpose. It allows people to grieve those lost while calling for action. By remembering the victims and speaking out against transphobia, TDoR works to create a safer and more accepting world for transgender people everywhere.
On Tuesday, March 31st, with awe inspiring support from the CEI, SAB & key faculty, we will celebrate this day as a community in the following 3 ways:
ONE: Sidewalk chalk w/ Pride Pack, CEI & SAB
9 - 10 a.m.; location: JRC
Meet for donuts & coffee!
TWO: TDOV Husky Hour Reception
12 - 2 p.m.; location: JRC
T-shirt making, bracelet crafting, zine creating, TDOV swag, community partners, music & sandwiches!
THREE: UWT Queer Formal in celebration of TDOV
5 - 8 p.m.; location: WPH
UWT Trans, non-binary, gender nonconforming ++ community Art Exhibit, Poetry Reading, Zine Table & Film Screening! Line Dancing Lessons! Dinner! T-shirt making! More!
Transgender Day of Remembrance
The Transgender Day of Remembrance, or TDoR, is observed annually on November 20th. It's a day to remember and honor transgender people who have been lost to violence due to anti-transgender prejudice.
TDoR began in 1998 following the murder of Rita Hester. Since then, it's grown into a global event with vigils, memorials, and educational programs raising awareness about the high rates of violence faced by the transgender community, particularly transgender women of color. TDoR serves a crucial purpose. It allows people to grieve those lost while calling for action. By remembering the victims and speaking out against transphobia, TDoR works to create a safer and more accepting world for transgender people everywhere.
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Remember
We remember their stories, their resilience, and their fight for a world where all can live authentically. We honor the memory of transgender and gender-expansive individuals whose lives were tragically cut short by anti-transgender violence.
Advocate
Transgender people continue to face disproportionate rates of violence and discrimination. We must work together to create a more just and equitable world where transgender individuals are safe, respected, and celebrated.
Celebrate
All UW Tacoma community members interested in learning about and celebrating our trans community are welcome to join the CEI events throughout the year.
