Transgender Day of Remembrance: Honoring Lives Lost and Advocating for Equality

As the world commemorates TDOR, notable figures share personal remembrances and the fight against anti-transgender violence and workplace discrimination continues.

Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is observed annually on Nov. 20 to honor the memory of transgender individuals who have lost their lives to anti-transgender violence. The day was founded in 1999 by advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith.
Several notable transgender artists and performers shared their personal remembrances and the individuals they'll be thinking of on TDOR, including Amanda Milan, Brandon Teena, and Muhlaysia Booker.
According to the Human Rights Campaign, at least 33 transgender and gender-nonconforming people in the U.S. have been killed in the last twelve months. In 2022, a total of 41 trans people died from violence.
Workplace discrimination remains a significant issue for transgender individuals, with transgender women earning about 60 cents on the dollar compared to cisgender and straight colleagues. Only 35% of LGBTQ+ professionals feel safe bringing their full selves to work.
Experts recommend several ways to support transgender professionals in the workplace, including taking a stand against inappropriate comments, educating oneself with inclusion and anti-bias training, and reporting any discrimination to HR.

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