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by Jarred Keller •
HRC Celebrates the Vibrance, Diversity, and Resilience of the Trans Community
WASHINGTON — Today, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) civil rights organization, honors Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV). Held annually on March 31, TDOV celebrates transgender and non-binary people worldwide living openly and authentically while raising awareness around the discrimination and violence they still face.
From significant milestones to small victories every moment of trans joy serves as a testament to the strength and perseverance of the trans community. Whether it's the simple act of embracing one's true self, feeling seen and respected in your authenticity, achieving personal goals, or forging connections within allied communities, each instance of trans joy is a defiance against the forces of bigotry and intolerance. HRC’s Trans Justice Initiative aids in cultivating trans joy by creating programs that bring visibility to the stories of trans advocates who are not only surviving, but thriving. The ELEVATE, MOTIVATE, ACTIVATE and ELÉVATE programs, which focus on BIPOC trans and non-binary leaders, help trans advocates harness their power and embolden them to continue pushing for a better tomorrow at a grassroots and national level.
On this day of celebrating the power and visibility of transgender and non-binary individuals, we also mourn the loss of countless trans siblings who have endured violence and harassment, including those we have lost in 2024: Righteous TK “Chevy” Hill, Diamond Brigman, Kitty Monroe, and Nex Benedict, who was only 16 years old when they lost their life.
To learn more about the Human Rights Campaign’s work on transgender equality, including the work done by its Transgender Justice Initiative, visit HRC.org/transgender.
To make a general inquiry, please visit our contact page. Members of the media can reach our press office at: (202) 572-8968 or email press@hrc.org.
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