Transgender Day of Remembrance
“It’s important that we remember [transgender] people that may have been forgotten in their lives — that we don’t let them go.” -- Gwendolyn Ann Smith, Founder, Transgender Day of Remembrance
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. We honor the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost due to anti-transgender violence. It's also the culmination of Transgender Awareness Week where we as allies take action to ensure the full inclusion of trans people in our communities, workplaces, and our society. How can you can show up as an ally for trans people? Check out my four ways in the video below.
Do the work
This week, I commit to reading stories shared by trans people about their experiences in this world, using respectful language (including names and pronouns), and speaking up when I hear hurtful language or witness harassment directed toward the trans community.
Spread the word
If you want to keep going
Inclusion LAUNCH Microaggressions @ Work
I know you want to run an inclusive team. I know you want to be part of an inclusive culture. So let's talk microaggressions - the hurtful conversations and interactions that need to end if we want to reach real inclusion. Together, let's build a workplace where belonging matters and microaggressions are stopped for good.
