Transgender Day of Visibility

What is Transgender Day of Visibility?

Transgender Day of Visibility (TDoV), celebrated every year on March 31st, marks its 15th anniversary of observation in the United States in 2024. TDoV commemorates and honors the vibrant and diverse transgender community, shedding light on their triumphs and highlighting the ongoing fight against discrimination. It serves as a platform to celebrate the achievements of transgender and gender nonconforming individuals, while also advocating for greater understanding and equality. TDOV is a crucial reminder of the progress toward trans justice and the continued efforts needed to ensure a more inclusive and accepting society for all. Though TDoV is an optimistic day meant to celebrate the victories of social and political awareness and empower trans individuals within the community, space is held to raise awareness on the sociopolitical issues that target the transgender community on a local, national, and global scale.

When was Trans Day of Visibility Founded?

TDoV originated in 2009, spearheaded by Rachel Crandall, a passionate transgender activist and licensed psychotherapist. As the Executive Director of Transgender Michigan, Crandall founded TDoV in response to the absence of dedicated LGBTQ+ recognition days celebrating the accomplishments of transgender individuals. This initiative emerged from the frustration over the singular focus on Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR) as the predominant transgender-centered day of recognition.

Resources

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is committed to creating a campus climate where transgender people at SSU feel included. If you are trans and a member of the Seawolf community, the following resources are available to you.