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International Transgender Day of Visibility
Each year on March 31, we honor International Transgender Day of Visibility!
We celebrate the joy and resilience of trans and non-binary people everywhere by elevating voices and experiences from these communities.
There are over 1.6 million trans, non-binary and gender-expansive youth (age 13+) and adults across the United States. We are parents and family members. We are your coworkers, your neighbors and your friends. We are a diverse community, representing all racial and ethnic backgrounds as well as all faith traditions.
While we have made significant progress in recent years, with more visibility than ever before, we are still fighting for basic human rights for the community. Today we are experiencing significant political attacks by extremists legislating hate in the states and in Congress. We also face an ongoing epidemic of fatal violence, especially against Black and Brown trans women.
Today and every day, we must celebrate all trans and non-binary people everywhere and combat disinformation, discrimination and hate impacting our community.
Find a Trans Day of Visibility Event
Celebrate Trans Joy
Trans Activists You Need To Know
We're happy to share the stories of several trans change makers, and to learn what brings them joy. From small victories to significant milestones, every moment of trans joy serves as a testament to the strength and perseverance of the trans community.
On the Frontlines: Serving and Advocating for my Local Black Trans Community
Meet Ciora Thomas, Founder and Executive Director of SisTers PGH and an HRC's ACTIVATE fellow and Trans Justice Initiative Lyft Grantee. She's on the frontlines serving and advocating her local Black Trans community.
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Happy Trans Day of Visibility: Hope and Progress for a Better World
Hear from Mila Genesis Hellfyre Hernandez and Nick Alicea Ortiz, Puerto Rican trans activists whose work and lives have been enriched by their involvement with the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) and the HRC Foundation.
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Celebrating Changemakers
Our changemakers share their experiences with TJI's programs, and the impact these programs have had on their daily lives. We share their stories not only to uplift their successes, but also to ensure there are positive representations of the transgender and non-binary community and its resiliency, further combating transphobia, stigma, and anti-trans violence.
Read Our Stories!Advocate for Trans Rights
Trans Justice Initiative
Our Transgender Justice Initiative works with community-based advocates across the country to make impactful changes for trans people. Learn more about our ongoing work and efforts.
Visit our Program Page
Parents for Transgender Equality Network
All across this country, parents are taking action to support and protect their transgender, non-binary, and gender-expansive children.
Join our National Parent Network
Understanding Neopronouns
Neopronouns are also pronouns, and include those besides the ones most commonly used in a particular language. As one’s pronouns are ultimately a reflection of their personal identity, the number and types of (neo)pronouns a person may use is limitless.
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Be an Ally - Support Trans Equality
Now more than ever, our transgender and non-binary community members need to feel seen, supported, and safe as they go through their daily lives. It may not always be easy to know how to best show up as an ally, and you may often wonder if or wish that there was more you could do. We've created a checklist of things to do, from beginner steps to some that are more involved.
Uplift Trans Visibility
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Play the video: Trans Prom Organizers Receive Trailblazer Award at HRC's 2023 National Dinner -
Play the video: Debunking Myths about Transgender Athletes -
Play the video: Trans Kids are Just Kids -
Play the video: Tips for Inclusive Language around Reproductive Rights by The Trans Journalists Association
Trans Talks Series
Across the country, we have seen violence against our trans community and for too long other people have spoken for us. With Trans Talks, we are coming together to grow our trans community and define our future using our own voices.
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Trans Talks: Motivate Monday and Transmasculinity
Tune in as we talk transmasculinity and MOTIVATE, HRCF's new leadership cohort for transmasc leaders.
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Trans Talks: Sex, Health & HIV
Trans Justice Initiative's Director Tori Cooper speaks with guests on the topics of sex, health, and HIV centering on trans experiences.
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Trans Talks: RuPaul's Drag Race Edition
Speaking with guests from RuPaul's Drag Race, Jasmine Kenned, Miss Monroe Elise, and Cornbread on the representation of gender and trans experiences, along with other topics centered on the trans community.
Celebrate with Your Community! Find Local Events Near You
Our state steering committees have sent in local events for you to celebrate and get involved with your community. Click on your state to learn more about Trans Day of Visibility events happening in your area!
3/31/2024 11am - 3pm: TRANSForm the Vote Rally
Location: The National Mall, DC at Jefferson St SW & 7th St SW
The TRANSform the Vote Rally, presented by the National Center for Transgender Equality in partnership with Queer Equity Institute, will take over the National Mall with joyous performances, inspiring speakers, and community engagement activities aimed at fundraising and voter registration. Honored guests, performers, and speakers include the iconic actress, advocate, singer, and TRANSTech CEO Angelica Ross as well as representatives from DC organizations like HIPS and Trans-Latinx DMV. During the rally, we are also thrilled to announce that the celebrated transgender artist CASSILS will be presenting Etched in Light, a Trans Justice Art Action made with 100+ trans and non-binary artists and featuring vocal invocations and musical scoring by musical group Blood Is Here (Carmina Escobar, Roco Córdova and Dorian Wood). This performance will result in the live creation of one of the world’s largest cyanotype images and mark Trans Day of Visibility on a dramatic scale. There's an open call for trans and nonbinary folks to participate in the art piece itself, and you can learn more and sign up here. This event is absolutely FREE to attend! RSVP here! .
3/31/2024 5pm - 10:30pm: BLOSSOM: Trans Day of Visibility Gala
Location: Hook Hall, 3400 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 2001
In the evening, we’ll celebrate at the first annual Blossom Gala at Hook Hall. Hosted by Trans USA National Pageantry and the National Center for Transgender Equality, this joyful celebration will include an all-trans drag showcase featuring internationally renowned entertainers as well as our favorite local legends. This is a ticketed event where admission starts at $15. Multiple ticket options are available to ensure that this event remains accessible to all, and we invite all attendees to "dress to impress" with their interpretation of Blossom -- a theme that celebrates the beauty of coming into one's own as a confident, visible, and powerful member (or ally) of the trans community. RSVP on Facebook or get your tickets directly here!
3/28/2024: Trans Day of Visibility
by Transinclusive Group
Location: Pride Center at Equality Park
We'll be hosting an evening of advocacy, community, and celebration with food, refreshments, music, and performances highlighting our vibrant transgender community in South Florida. Everyone is welcome, and we can't wait to gather together and enjoy a powerful night embracing the power of trans joy and unity.
3/30/2024: Transgender Day of Visibility
by Space Coast Pride and Space Coast PFLAG
Location: Melbourne, FL
This is the Space Coast's second year celebrating Trans Day of Visibility and will feature speakers, music, tributes, vendors, and MARCH across the causeway.
3/28/2024: The State of Trans Atlanta
by SnapCo.
Location: Atlanta City Hall
The State of Trans Atlanta is a specialized event exploring the political and cultural affairs related to trans people and youth across Georgia for Trans Day of Visibility. This event is being hosted by Rashad German and Toni-Michelle Williams and organized by the trans led organizations Project H.I.M. and SnapCo.
The event is being sponsored by HRC, Georgia Equality, The City of Atlanta LGBTQ Advisory Board, and Gilead Sciences.
3/28/2024: Trans Rights in Ohio Town Hall
by Transform Cincy, Equality Ohio, Trans Advocacy Council, and TransOhio
Location: Radio Artifact Cincinnati
This town hall will be an overview of the state of trans rights in Ohio right now, where the community is aiming to go, and how we are all going to get there. The intended audience is for trans folks and LGBQIA+ allies to gather information, access resources, and find ways to make Cincinnati a more inclusive community.
Panelists:
Cathy Allison (she/her) (Trans Advocacy Council)
Carson Hartlage (they/he) (TransOhio)
Em Pate (they/them) (Equality Ohio)
Tristan Vaught (they/them) (Transform Cincinnati)
Moderator:
Sol Kersey (they/them) (Equality Ohio & HRC Pace Committee)
Hosted by: Radio Artifact & Urban Artifact"
03/30/2024: TDOV March of Us Unleash Your Inner Wings
by Unfiltered Wings
Location: San Antonio Bexar County Courthouse and The San Antonio Strip
This is the 2nd year of the TDOV March and Rally in San Antonio. The Rally starts at the Bexar County Courthouse in Downtown San Antonio. The March will then go from there to The San Antonio Rainbow Crosswalk, located at The Strip (the San Antonio gay area). They will then have a Resource Fair and Celebration. This year's theme is Unleash Your Inner Wings.
3/30/2024: Mississippi Transgender Day of Visibility Event
by The TRANS Program
Location: Fondren Park 3540 Northview Dr Jackson, MS
This Transgender Day of Visibility event is an annual event that HRC supports, It is with focus on transgender resilience and direct acknowledgement, appreciation and support of transgender individuals.
It’s time to truly “see” transgender people by enabling them to showcase their passions, skills and stories. In the wake of HB1125 becoming law, current movement on bills like HB1607 and SB2753, and growing attacks on our community, we must work even harder to create spaces where trans people can exist authentically, feel safe, experience community support and thrive. We are choosing to be visible, heard and celebrated! That’s what this event is all about – celebrating trans people and our inherent dignity and humanity, despite attacks thrown our way. Transgender people will never “go away”. We are proud to be visible and we will mark this day as one of celebration, connection and action!
HRC will have the ability to financially sponsor the event as well as table resources at the event. We will be listed on all event promotional materials and will be publicly acknowledged at the event itself.
4/27/2024: Roller Derby Game
by Long Island Roller Rebels
Location: Long Island
Season opening game for this inclusive team, they are currently the plaintiffs in the NYCLU lawsuit against the Nassau county executive Bruce Blakeman .
3/23/2024: TDOV Mini-Marker
by Transcend Charlotte
Location: VAPA Center - Charlotte
HRC will host voter registration at Transcend’s TDOV Mini-Market.
3/31/2024: TDOV Event
by LGBTQ Center of Durham
Location: LGBTQ Center of Durham
A community event centered around BIPOC trans femme and trans people to enjoy a space to relax and experience joy within the community. In partnership with the LGBTQ Center of Durham, Project Fam and HRC will provide lunch and activities for our trans community. The event is open to the public.