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Transgender Day of Remembrance

For generations, the transgender population has suffered various HOW TO OBSERVE TRANSGENDER DAY OF REMEMBRANCE!

forms of abuse (and even death) for challenging the views, notions, and stereotypes around “male” and “female” identity. Every year we set aside November 20 as a

Transgender Day of Remembrance. This holiday is meant to honor, commemorate, and memorialize those who face discrimination and stigma (often on a daily basis) across the nation. This holiday is also meant to advocate for transgender people’s rights as well as focus on the persistent struggles they face in their everyday lives, and how others can share their love, support, and hope.

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Attend candlelight vigils, food drives, and film screenings.

A vigil enables you and your peers to honor those who lost their lives to anti-transgender violence. You can also start up a food drive to raise money and awareness for the transgender community.

March or Walk for the cause.

One of the best ways to raise money and show support is to participate in a marathon or walk-a-thon that contributes to the transgender cause.

Support transgender rights groups.

Research groups in your area that support the LGBTQ+ community and encourage others to donate as well.