Each year on March 31, the world observes Transgender Day of Visibility (TDoV), a day to celebrate the achievements, resilience, and contributions of transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) people while also recognizing the ongoing challenges the community faces, such as poverty, discrimination, and violence.
Founded in 2010 by trans advocate Rachel Crandall, TDoV was created in response to the media’s overwhelming focus on violence against transgender people. As the head of Transgender Michigan, Crandall envisioned a day that not only uplifted and celebrated trans lives but also acknowledged that, due to discrimination, not every trans person can or wants to be visible. It’s still crucial for trans people to be seen through authentic, diverse, and accurate stories that reflect their lived experiences - not only for themselves but also for those who believe they’ve never met a trans person.
via GLAAD
