Transgender Day of Remembrance: Rally, March, and Vigil

Description

Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR) is an annual day that memorializes the lives of individuals murdered due to transphobia and hate. This event draws attention to the horrific, systemic violence the transgender community continues to face on a daily basis. This year, transgender and gender non-conforming (TGNC) leaders across Kansas City have come together to host a rally, march, and vigil in honor of TDoR. It is crucial that Kansas City stand up against transphobia and unite as a community. Let's come together in solidarity to support our transgender neighbors, honor the lives needlessly lost due to hatred and bigotry, and demand equal trans rights.

Please share this event with other allies and TGNC folx and make your voice heard!

Event Schedule:

6:00 PM: VIETNAM MEMORIAL FOUNTAIN ON THE PLAZA

Call-to-action rally in support of the transgender community. Local TGNC leaders will speak and equip allies with the tools and knowledge they need to support their transgender and gender non-conforming neighbors.

6:30 PM: MARCH TO COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH

This silent march will be just under a mile up Main Street. Please bring signs calling for transgender rights, transgender advocacy, transgender support, etc. Dress for the weather.

7:00 PM: OUTSIDE COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Short debrief for all supporters.

7:15 PM: INSIDE COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Vigil and place of mourning for transgender and gender non-conforming folx. Cisgender allies, please respect that this space is meant to serve as a safe place of grief and fellowship for the transgender and gender non-conforming community. We ask that you reflect on your position and situation, and respect the need for trans-dominated spaces.

8:00 PM: End of vigil and closing of Transgender Day of Remembrance.

Thank you for spreading the word and standing up against transphobia.