Transgender Events

October 16, 2007 Dear Supporter, Many of you are aware of the extraordinary events last week surrounding the introduction of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act. ENDA would ban discrimination based on individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity. In a last minute maneuver, the Democratic leadership moved to strike gender identity provisions from the bill, but had put it on hold after cries of outrage from most of the national LGBT leadership. The argument from both those against and many for the new bill has focused on “transgender inclusion.” And there is no doubt that transgender Americans need such protections and would benefit from them, are s…

Video description: Are we on the cusp of discovering what determines gender? The old mantra - all girls have XX chromosomes and all boys have XY - is no longer reliable. Scientists are now looking beyond chromosomes to "brain sex" and the role of newly discovered genes. By studying transsexuals and people on the gender extremes, they believe they can unlock the gender puzzle. This high-quality documentary looks at the new and challenging science of gender.

Gigi Gorgeous Book launch at Indigo at Toronto (homecoming from L.A. to Toronto) Hello everyone, I went to the book launch event where Gigi was being interviewed by ET Canada front of live audiences. I have uploaded full recording of how she talks about transitioning, family members, coming out, her YouTube channel, writing the book & most of all the importance of soul within transgenders, I was inspired by her down to Earth approach on her fame to rise as a m to f transitioning women. Source https://youtu.be/fZ0B9tj8Yfw

Millions go purple on Spirit Day in a stand against bullying and toshow their support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth. Observed annually since 2010, individuals, schools, organizations, corporations, and public figures wear purple, which symbolizes 'spirit' on the rainbow flag. http://www.glaad.org/spiritday

Saturday 31 March 2012- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender 9:30 PM - 2:00 AM Rouge - TOTALLY 80's Dance Party! It's time to bust out your favorite 80's gear! Big hair, shoulder pads, blue eye shadow, neon tights, over-sized suit jackets, parachute pants, leather, lace and acid wash jeans! Sounds and Lights by DJ Johnny, Glow Sticks for Sale at the Door As if dressing up isn't fun enough, there is a totally radical prize for BEST outfit! All of the proceeds raised go directly to client care at HIV/AIDS Regional Services. Don't stop believin' because the 80's are BACK for one night only! When: Saturday, March 31st, 9:30pm - 2:00am Where: The Renaissan…

My name is Manon van der Sluijs and I work as a researcher for a Dutch Film production company called de Familie (the Family in Dutch) located in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. De Familie produces art documentaries and feature films. We are currently working on a historical documentary in which we will produce a historical portrait of a period in which one of the first transgender surgeons, Georges Burou, who performed the first transsexual operations during the ' 50s and 60's in Casablanca. As you know, these were times when getting sex reassignment surgery was very difficult, hardly possible, and most male-to-female transsexuals sought solace with doctor Burou in Casabl…

So, I was going throught the centers site ( an lgbt center on like... west 13th stt in New york) and I found out there was a trans prom in 2008. I don't think there's been one since has there? Well, I wanted to start something called Trans-querade in New Jersey... Good idea? bad idea? It'll be like a masquerade ball almost, I get symbolic though... The masks symbolize the masks that we wore on the outside of our true selves. I'd really like to get this together! Feedback would be great! I e-mailed Jersey shore pflag and the pride center of new jersey, My GSA friends and adviser said it'd be a bright idea for me to try to get some sponsors and if anyone l…

Koovagam Festival 2012: India's Largest Hindu Celebration Of The Transgender Community Huffington Post The temple is a focal point during the Tamil month of Chitrai, where transgender and transvestite devotees are ceremonially wedded to the Hindu deity, considered a patron god to the communities...

by Miya Yamanouchi Take it step-by-step: One trans woman's advice on transitioningI met 67-year-old Khristie Leigh Kennison when I was staying at a rural bed and breakfast in the country with my boyfriend. She was also staying there and we got to talking. Khristie then began to speak about being transgender. The next weekend we returned and I asked her if she would be interested in being interviewed for International Transgender Day of Visibility (March 31). She was delighted at the opportunity to finally be able to share her unique and courageous journey as a male-to-female transgender person. More here: http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/1117487/international-tran…

4th European Transgender Conference Gaelick Hosted by the Transgender Equality Network Ireland (TENI), the conference is held by Transgender Europe (TGEU), who also have their annual council as part of the weekend. The theme for the conference is Trans Rights Now! ...

"Pinwheels of Hope" Monday, Aug. 20, 10:30 a.m. Remembrance of Bias Crime Victims Held on Anniversary of Trans Murder (Louisville, KY) Nakhia "Nikki" Williams was a proud transgender woman, a writer and painter, who was deeply involved in her community. She was brutally murdered in Louisville on August 20, 2008, a few days shy of her 30th birthday. This Monday, August 20--the anniversary of Nikki's murder--the Fairness Campaign will join her family to remember Nikki and all victims of bias-motivated violent crime at the site of her murder, 15th and Market Streets, 10:30 a.m. Pinwheels will be distributed at the gathering symbolizing hope of ending all …

Lesbian, transgender literary group Sister Spit to hold Long Beach reading Long Beach Press-Telegram LONG BEACH - Sister Spit is a gathering of avant-garde lesbian and transgender writers, poets and performance artists - the nerds and outcasts of the gay community...

LGBT rights advocates to rally at Utah Capitol on Wednesday Salt Lake Tribune By Rosemary Winters With a popular anti-discrimination law tabled for the fifth year in a row and other LGBT-related bills bottled up in the Legislature, members and supporters of Utah's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community plan to make ... The rally is from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Capitol. Scheduled speakers include Utah Democratic Party Chairman Jim Dabakis, fictional icon Sister Dottie S. Dixon, and openly gay lawmaker Rep. Brian Doughty, D-Salt Lake City.

Please check out Educating the Rainbow Community on the radio at www.blogtalkradio.com/erc. We discusses GLBT activism with Claire of Transangel.org and Lori of Wake Up America.

My daughter and I are premiering her first play at the Edinburgh Festival in august. It's about a beautiful person we know in Indiana who is transgender. Our actor needs help with creating his feminine persona - make up and walking in heels (just low ones). If anyone in London would be willing to help with the makeover this week/next week then in return, apart from being very grateful, we'd either give you credit in our programme and on our website and give you one of our gorgeous show t-shirts, or if you want we can put an ad for your business into our programme. You can read more about us here. www.LittleFlyTheatre.com thecafeplay@gmail.com ps. anyone…

The Los Angeles LGBT Center and the City of West Hollywood are hosting a “job and resources fair specifically tailored for trans people,” according to a press release. The annual event will happen on Thursday, Nov. 9, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the West Hollywood Park Auditorium. https://thepridela.com/2017/11/los-angeles-lgbt-center-hosts-9th-annual-transgender-job-fair/ Since the fair began in 2008, hundreds of trans people across Los Angeles have secured jobs. This year, more than 50 companies and organizations will attend the event.

MA House Speaker to Keynote 3rd Annual Lawyers for Transgender Rights Event Rainbow Times Boston, MA —The Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (MTPC) is excited to announce its third annual Lawyers for Transgender Rights event on Thursday, April 12th at 6 pm at The Estate in Boston. Massachusetts. House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo...

All-inclusive trans event Sparkle enters its ninth year, to be held in Manchester's Gay Village 09 July 2013 | Ashlee Kelly "Unlike gay and lesbian dominated prides, this is an event created by trans people for themselves. A break from fitting in. A chance to express themselves without having to rear prejudice - or even outright hatred and violence." -gaystarnews.com Manchester Brings Sparkle to UK's Largest Trans Event

Estate Planning for Transgender Clients by Mass. LGBTQ Bar Assoc. Rainbow Times The Massachusetts LGBTQ Bar Association today announced their upcoming seminar, Estate Planning for Transgender Clients. The brown-bag seminar, to be followed by a roundtable discussion, will take place Friday, March 2, 2012, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm at the ...

Mayor proclaims Transgender Awareness Week in Lloyd Lloydminster Source The week of March 25 to 31 will be Transgender Awareness Week and Transgender Day of Visibility will be March 31. Mulligan signed the proclamation after discussing it with council. “There was no precedent and I didn't think it was my position to bring...

Check out the list of events below: Thursday, March 29 - International Transgender Day of Visibility Open Mic Night 6:00PM to 9:00PM at Five 15 (515 S. Washington, Royal Oak) Bring your stories, songs, poems, or rants (no interpretive dance please) about your experience with transgender or gender non-conformist identities, issues, and communities. Friends and Allies welcome. No cover charge, but snacks and drinks are available for purchase. Friday, March 30 - International Transgender Day of Visibility Show your visibility by serving the community. Meet at 8:30 AM at Affirmations (290 West 9 Mile Road, Ferndale), then carpool to Gleaners Community Food Bank from …

MINNEAPOLIS TRANS EQUITY SUMMIT September SEPTEMBER 25 1PM – 8PM. Humphrey School of Public Affairs | University of Minnesota Twin Cities Link to web site for more information: http://www.evite.com...Q4EPEESW32MPYJQ Phoebe

A new date has been set for Minnesota Trans Health and Wellness Conference. It will be held October 11-13 2013 at Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota. Located on Snelling Ave approximately two miles north of I-94. Speakers and vendors are being set up. More information as news is released. Janet

Hi gang just curious where I can mingle and meet transgender / crossdressers in the Fort Lauderdale area since I’m coming in from Phoenix. Thanks

It's official ! I have a date to meet a photographer next week for portraits of my son and myself as I was invited to be a part of the "One Love Exhibit " , a Gay and Transgender show at the Valentine History center in Richmond Va I can now share , Da "Big Story " Ewwwww, as in WGOE radio days! Well, maybe not quite that good . I'm "NOT" headed back into radio as a broadcaster . However , I am having a professional photographer do Israel's and my portrait for the upcoming "One Love " exhibit at the Valentine History center , 12th and east Clay - Richmond Virginia opening on of all days , "My REAL Birthday " . yeah How fricken KWELL is that ??? This exhibit will showcas…