6 Things You Can Do on International Transgender Day of Visibility
6 Things You Can Do on International Transgender Day of Visibility
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** 6 Things You Can Do on International
Transgender Day of Visibility
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International Transgender Day of Visibility (also called Transgender Day of Visibility) is an annual event occurring on March 31 dedicated to celebrating transgender people and raising awareness of discrimination faced by transgender people worldwide, as well as a celebration of their contributions to society. It is also a day to take action to promote the rights of and fight discrimination against transgender, non-binary, and Two-Spirit people and people of other genders.
Here are some resources you can use to uplift Indigenous Trans folks today and always:
** 1. Respecting pronouns saves lives.
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Check out this pronoun guide ([link removed]) by the Alberta LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce to help create safe and inclusive spaces.
** 2. Learn more about the term Two-Spirit.
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Read ([link removed]) about the meaning of Two-Spirit and look at the additional resources— such as presentations and webinars— listed at the bottom of the page to continue learning.
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Watch this short video ([link removed]) by Geo Neptune (Passamaquoddy) which explains the term Two-Spirit and its important role in Indigenous cultures.
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Watch Leitis in Waiting ([link removed]) , the story of Joey Mataele and the Tonga leitis, an intrepid group of native transgender women fighting a rising tide of religious fundamentalism and intolerance in their South Pacific Kingdom.
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Imagine a world where a little boy can grow up to be the woman of his dreams, and a young girl can rise to become a leader of men. Watch Kumu Hina ([link removed]) , the story of Hina Wong- Kalu, who brings to life Hawaii’s long-held embrace of mahu — those who embody both male and female spirit and have traditionally been respected as caretakers, healers, and keepers of ancient traditions.
** 3. Include Two-Spirit Folks in Awareness of MMIWG2S.
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Awareness of MMIWG2s, or Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people, is a necessary component of stopping violence and supporting those affected by it. As a group that exists in many intersections, including facing transphobia and racism, Two-Spirit folks are often disproportionately affected by violence ([link removed]) . To learn more and give support, visit organizations such as Families of Sisters in Spirit ([link removed]) and read this organizing toolkit ([link removed]) from the Sovereign Bodies Institute.
For immediate help with a case of domestic violence or dating violence, please visit StrongHearts Native Helpline's online Chat Advocacy ([link removed]) or helpline (1-844-7NATIVE).
** 4. Resist Anti-LGBTQ2S+ Legislation.
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NBC News reports that over 240 anti-trans and anti-gay bills ([link removed]) in the United States are being pushed through legislatures this year which are harmful to all Indigenous folks who identify as queer, transgender, Two-Spirit, and/or identify with other gender identities. Search for your area here ([link removed]) and see what bills are being presented in the local legislature. Look for ways to contact your representatives, sign petitions, or join protests happening in your community.
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** 5. Read!
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Check out our Cultural Survival Quarterly magazine dedicated to Indigenizing Love. ([link removed])
Check out these book lists from 2022 ([link removed]) , 2020 ([link removed]) , and 2016 ([link removed]) which highlight Two-Spirit authors.
** 6. Follow these Organizations.
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Check out and follow the work of these organizations:
Sovereign Bodies Institute ([link removed])
2 Spirit Collective ([link removed] )
Native Justice ([link removed])
Navajo Nation Pride ([link removed])
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