Observing the Transgender Day of Remembrance
The Transgender Day of Remembrance, which honors the memory of those murdered because of transphobia, or the fear of transgender and gender non-conforming people, is recognized annually on November 20.
The Transgender Day of Remembrance is an important day to gather and share stories about the pervasive problem of hate crimes against transgender people, as well as the diversity and resilience of the community in the face of harassment and violence. This weekend we hope that you'll mark the occasion by attending a vigil in your community (details listed below).
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Fort Lauderdale, Congressman Alcee Hastings is scheduled to attend and speak
Saturday, November 19, 2011 at 6:00 pm
at the Sunshine Cathedral 1480 SW 9th avenue Fort Lauderdale, Florida -
Port Charlotte,
Sunday November 20, 2011
at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Charlotte County, 1532 Forrest Nelson Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL
For info, contact Gene Maresca : [email protected] -
St. Petersburg,
Sunday November 20, 2011 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Metro Wellness and Community Center 3251 3rd Ave N St Petersburg Fl 33713 -
Tallahassee,
Sunday, November 20, 2011 from 3:00-6:00 PM
Community Room at the AmTrak Station 918 ½ Railroad Ave
Visit www.transgenderdor.org for more information about the Transgender Day of Remembrance.