Today is Trans Day of Visibility, an annual day about celebrating the incredible achievements made by trans people around the world. It also aims to increase awareness and visibility of the trans community and fight cissexism and transphobia, which, very unfortunately, continue to exist. Eighty percent of students don’t feel safe in their schools because of their identified gender—and no one should ever have to feel that way.
It is so important—today and everyday—to take a stand and show support for the trans community. We’ve rounded up some of the most inspiring tweets that highlight the power of Trans Day of Visibility and why we need to continue pushing for trans visibility and equality.
This year’s theme is #TransResistance, because it is crucial to actively fight against transphobia; especially given that the current political landscape has not proven progressive on trans rights (aka human rights). Use the hashtags #TransResistance and #TDOV to share your voice!
Today is Trans Day of Visibility! #tdov #tdov2017 These statistics below could be changed simply by making trans people more VISIBLE!! pic.twitter.com/Y647qSUW0K
— Lauren (@laurenjanealexx) March 31, 2017
“Gender has always been considered a fact, immutable. We now know it’s more fluid, complex, and mysterious.” https://t.co/keJhHdb5ng #TDOV
— TED Talks (@TEDTalks) March 31, 2017
I’m a trans woman. Lawyer, leader&mom. Just try to erase me. Good luck. I play to win.#TDOV #girlslikeus #transisbeautiful #transvisibility pic.twitter.com/F6xPFUxAfd
— Alexandra Chandler (@a_chandler) March 31, 2017
in honor of #TransVisibility #TDoV, throwing it back to the women’s march and this important sign. pic.twitter.com/RRQipnut1z
— Julie (@julesnorc) March 31, 2017
Happy #tdov to all my transguys and gals n anyone inbetween, you’re all valid whether you pass or not, take today to be proud of yourself
— ? (@matttbh_) March 31, 2017
Happy #TDOV! I’m a very public and visible af unapologetically black, brilliant and unstoppable black transgender man. pic.twitter.com/zhyYa8BC0E
— King Kortney(@fakerapper) March 31, 2017
First time I’m taking part in Trans Day of Visibility since coming out as a transgender guy and it feels fucking amazing. #TDOV #spreadlove pic.twitter.com/coWuwR7uTP
— steph (@queermurphys) March 31, 2017
#TDOV Happy Transgender Day of Visibility. Today & every day I am going to do everything in my power to #ProtectTransKids. #TransResistance pic.twitter.com/ztWDNQCJpw
— Roddy Biggs (@RoddyBiggs) March 31, 2017
Trans everyday, gender non-conforming everyday, visible everyday. I will not censor myself bc my existence makes you uncomfortable. #TDoV pic.twitter.com/dk0JAiBi23
— garçon trans de base (@moeurs_sots) March 31, 2017
Happy #tdov to all my brothers, sisters, and siblings out there. Whether you’re out or still closeted, you are not alone! #tdov2017 pic.twitter.com/8IYIF7tMbS
— ZomBabe (@irlzombieboy) March 31, 2017
We will not go back into the shadows or be afraid of who we are. #TDOV #TDOV2017 pic.twitter.com/2AK8ogWesf
— Kitsune Hazard (@KitsuneHazard) March 31, 2017
On Transgender Day of Visibility, remember that for various reasons, not all trans people can be open about their gender. #TDOV17 #TDOV pic.twitter.com/594Vp0wOaT
— Everyday Cissexism (@CissexismDaily) March 31, 2017
I spent years thinking I wasn’t “trans enough” before realising there’s no such thing. Reminder: you don’t need permission to be you#TDOV pic.twitter.com/2sMmwxC63F
— Mia Violet (@OhMiaGod) March 31, 2017
On #TDOV & the last day of #WomensHistoryMonth, we celebrate @Lavernecox, Emmy-winning producer, actress & trans advocate. #TransResistance pic.twitter.com/5ygtuw6gPH
— NARAL (@NARAL) March 31, 2017
Stand strong, be proud, & embrace the unique qualities that your character comprises of. I my community & may our voices be heard! #TDOV pic.twitter.com/cXslfb8pCE
— Jazz Jennings (@JazzJennings__) March 31, 2017
Out since 2013, on HRT for just under a year, doing my Masters to be a teacher, in a happy relationship. There is always hope. #TDOV pic.twitter.com/KauNDIQQpw
— Jules (@GatsbyLow) March 30, 2017
On Trans Day of Visibility it’s important to recognise the fatal harm caused by transphobia + to challenge it wherever it arises. #tdov
— Matthew Wade (@MatthewRWade) March 30, 2017
Trans people are part of society. We do all kinds of jobs, have all kinds of interests, come from all demographics. I’m a scientist #TDOV pic.twitter.com/z317MBH7IX
— Charlotte McCarroll (@DrCharlotteMcC) March 31, 2017
Happy International Transgender Day of Visibility! This year’s theme is #TransResistance #TDOV pic.twitter.com/fkOHdo5LpP
— Amnesty Tasmania (@AmnestyTAS) March 30, 2017
Today is Transgender Day of Visibility! Hit the #tdov hashtag to celebrate and uplift trans lives, voices, faces, and experiences.
— wikipedia brown (@eveewing) March 31, 2017