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The History Behind International Transgender Day of Visibility 

BY KATE SOSIN | Millions of people now recognize March 31 as a day to celebrate transgender people worldwide. “I wanted a day that we can celebrate the living, and I wanted a day that all over the world we could be all together,” said Rachel Crandall-Crocker, the creator of International Transgender Day of Visibility.

 
 
 
“I’m Speaking”: Meet the Feminists Stitching the Country Back Together

BY SHEILA WICKOUSKI | A public mural of Kamala Harris reveals her portrait created in vibrant yarn. The project was spearheaded by the L.A.-based, international “yarn bomber” and street artist London Kaye, and brought to life by over 150 crocheters.

 
 
 
Keeping Score: AAPI Women Speak Out, “We Will Not Let You Take Our Voice From Us”; Cabinet Confirmations; RIP Beverly Cleary

BY SOPHIE DORF-KAMIENNY | This week: Deb Haaland and other historic secretary nominations are sworn into the Cabinet; Elliot Page becomes first openly trans man to pose on the cover of TIME; California ends cash bail for some defendants; New Zealand grants paid leave following miscarriage; and more!

 
 
 
ICYMI: The Ms. Guide to Celebrating Virtual Women’s History Month

BY MS. EDITORS | Throughout Women’s History Month, feminist experts in politics, public service and more are coming together to share their lived experiences and help propel women’s rights forward—and Ms. is here to keep you in the loop! (Updated daily.)

 
 
 
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