Trans Day of
Remembrance
Each year we observe Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), a time for community solidarity and remembrance. We come together to honour the lives of those we have lost to anti-trans violence and discrimination.
Why we remember
Trans Day of Remembrance (TDoR) is observed every year on 20 November. It began in 1999, when American advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith held a vigil to honour Rita Hester, a trans woman killed the year before. What started as one vigil is now marked in cities across the world.
TDoR is a day to mourn and to name those we have lost. it is a time to confront the transphobia, violence and discrimination that still takes trans lives, with trans women of colour disproportionately affected.
Share a few words
Transgender Victoria will host a vigil in Melbourne on 20th November. It will be a space where our community will gather together, gently hold one another and support each other through our shared grief. If you would like to share a few words, a eulogy, poem, song or anything else, please email us at events@tgv.org.au by 30th October.
You don't have to carry it alone
This day can bring up a lot. If you need to talk to someone, free and confidential support is available right now.
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