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Friends mourn Tee Arnold, a Black trans man shot dead in Florida. His death highlights ongoing violence against the transgender community in the US. [ more ]

Transgender student athlete allowed to participate in school sports team despite ban law. [ more ]

Hunter Schafer feels a sense of responsibility towards the transgender community but does not want her trans identity to define her career.

She actively avoids taking on transgender roles and discussing her trans identity in interviews to prevent being labeled solely as a 'trans' actress. [ more ]

24% of transgender adults had their healthcare disrupted by anti-transgender legislation.

Laws targeting transgender individuals include eliminating Medicaid coverage for transgender healthcare and permitting discrimination by healthcare providers. [ more ]

TDOV celebrates transgender community's vibrance and resilience.

HRC emphasizes the need to protect transgender individuals from discrimination. [ more ]

Transgender rights activists are pushing back against anti-trans politics in the UK.

Trans kids are facing discrimination in the education system, impacting their growth and development. [ more ]

Trans myths are easily disproven by medical and scientific research.

Anti-trans rhetoric is not based on facts and is harmful. [ more ]

Transgender Day of Visibility started by Rachel Crandall-Crocker in 2009 to celebrate the living transgender community worldwide annually on March 31.

More than 1.6 million people in the U.S. identify as transgender - increasing awareness and visibility is crucial amid growing restrictions on trans rights. [ more ]

Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates resilience and diversity amid challenges.

equalpride emphasizes amplifying trans joy and advocating for inclusivity. [ more ]

Congress introduced a resolution recognizing trans, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming accomplishments and commitment to equality.

The resolution highlights the challenges faced by the trans community, celebrates their contributions to various sectors, and emphasizes the importance of visibility. [ more ]

City council in Sacramento declared sanctuary city for transgender people.

Resolution ensures resources won't be used to criminalize or cooperate with laws against gender affirming care. [ more ]

1. Invention of societal threats to maintain political influence. 2. Growing anti-LGBTQ+ legislation nationwide. [ more ]

The New York Times excluded transgender voices in 66% of its trans issue coverage.

18% of articles quoted misinformation from anti-trans activists without factchecking. [ more ]

Wreck season two features trans heroes and villains without trans trauma.

The series explores queer story arcs with two transgender characters played by trans stars. [ more ]

Suicide rates are disproportionately high among queer and trans individuals.

Transgender individuals face violence and restrictions on rights in many states. [ more ]

TDOV celebrates trans people's contributions and raises awareness.

TDOV was founded to uplift the joy, accomplishments, and empowerment of trans communities. [ more ]

Caitlyn Jenner opposes transgender equality in sports, advocating for biological sex-based participation.

Jenner suggests Olympics should test women athletes' chromosomes, potentially ending women's sports as known. [ more ]

Caitlyn Jenner supports ban on transgender athletes at county facilities.

Concerns raised about fairness and safety in women's sports with transgender participation. [ more ]

Supporting trans and nonbinary students is crucial for their well-being and future.

Educating adults and policymakers is fundamental in creating a supportive environment for trans and nonbinary students. [ more ]

Kathleen Stock is known for her trans-exclusionary views and academic work.

She has been involved in controversial projects and public criticisms of prominent scholars. [ more ]

Hari Nef is a rising trans actress making waves in Hollywood and beyond

Nef's impactful role in Barbie has contributed to more visibility for trans individuals [ more ]

J.K. Rowling questioned post on Nazi book burnings involving trans health, accurate info easily verified.

Magnus Hirschfeld's advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, including transgender individuals, and the tragic destruction of his Institute by Nazis. [ more ]

The Queens Borough president's office is hosting a Trans Day of Visibility event in partnership with local LGBTQ+ organizations.

The event aims to celebrate trans pride, forge connections, and raise awareness about resources for the local trans community. [ more ]

Keir Starmer supports bans on trans women in sports

Labour leader emphasizes sports governing bodies' role in decision-making [ more ]

India Willoughby had a highly publicized online altercation with J.K. Rowling over misgendering and accusations of cosplaying a misogynistic male fantasy.

Willoughby has a significant history of advocating for trans rights despite facing backlash and death threats. [ more ]

Transgender voting center opens in Los Angeles County for safe voting space

Promoting equity and inclusivity through dedicated voting spaces [ more ]

JK Rowling misgendered trans journalist India Willoughby and faced backlash for comments on the trans community.

Rowling believes trans women should be banned from women's spaces, sparking controversy. [ more ]

Inmates in Mississippi may soon be able to sue prisons over housing with transgender individuals

The bill defines sex as "biological sex observed or clinically verified at birth" for segregation purposes [ more ]

The BBC upheld a complaint against presenter Justin Webb for calling transgender women 'males'.

The Executive Complaints Unit (ECU) ruled that Webb's statement breached impartiality rules. [ more ]

Texas Medicaid will no longer cover gender affirming care for transgender adults starting March 1.

The rule was implemented without public input, causing concern among LGBTQ+ rights groups. [ more ]

Increase in recognition of gender identity but also in criminalization of transgender people globally.

Significant rise in allowing gender marker changes on legal documents, but limited progress in nonbinary and third-gender recognition. [ more ]

JK Rowling donated £70,000 to a women's organization opposing an inclusive government definition of 'woman'.

The organization challenged a law seeking gender equity on public boards in Scotland with inclusive language for trans people. [ more ]

One-third of trans men on testosterone can ovulate

Findings show testosterone's variable impact on ovarian tissue [ more ]

Trans athletes facing discrimination in Nassau County

Executive order contradicts existing anti-discrimination policies [ more ]