Here’s where you can celebrate Trans Day of Visibility 2019 around Australia
Image: Image: Transgender Victoria.
This Sunday March 31 marks International Trans Day of Visibility 2019, with events being held around the country to celebrate the day.
Every year, Trans Day of Visibility (TDoV) helps to raise awareness of discrimination still faced by trans people around the world, while also celebrating trans pride and recognising trans and gender diverse experiences and achievements.
听Melbourne
Some events have already taken place in the lead up to March 31, with several more planned for the day including in Melbourne.
Earlier on Sunday, “to speak out and make our resistance visible”.
At 6pm on Monday April 1, , featuring Transgender Victoria’s Sally Goldner.
Capacity is limited so RSVPing is required to attend. The session, held at the Victoria Trades Hall, is open to trans and gender diverse folks, allies, workers and non-workers alike.
Sydney
Trans Action Warrang and Pride in Protest are , including a march down King St and featuring trans speakers and performers.
The organisers say they planned the rally to give a platform to “trans people talking about the issues impacting on trans people” and to move towards “meaningful action to improve trans rights”.
The rally will be followed by , the final weekly instalment of an event created to provide a “safe space for trans and gender diverse artists, to showcase their arts, experiment, and to come together.”
Newcastle
The at The Glasshouse inside Bar on the Hill.
NUSA Queer Collective has invited allies of the trans and gender diverse community and future health care professionals to attend.
Snacks (including vegan and gluten free options) will be provided, and a submission portal has been set up for those who wish to ask a question anonymously or who cannot attend in person.
Brisbane
From 11am on Sunday , with sausages (including a vegan option) and bread and some drinks provided.
Perth
From 9am to 12pm on Sunday, .
Held at the Mary St Piazza in Highgate, the fair will also feature information stalls, and face-painting and garden games for kids.
Canberra
On Monday April 1, at Woden Library at 6:30pm.
Adelaide
, starting at 1pm, inviting TransFem SA and Parents of Gender Diverse Children to the event.
Attendees are encouraged to bring听a picnic rug, chairs, a hat and sunscreen, a game, and snacks and drinks if desired (and are asked to note allergy information if bringing something to share).
