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December 1, 2011

by Dani Heffernan, Senior Media Strategist at GLAAD

World AIDS Day: A Look At The Transgender Community

On World AIDS Day, many individuals and organizations are taking time to reflect on the devastating effects this epidemic has had on people across the globe, particularly within the LGBT community. However, less often highlighted are the specific ways that HIV/AIDS has impacted transgender people.

November 23, 2011

by Justin Ward, Senior Media Field Strategist at GLAAD

Historic Day in Mass: Gov. Patrick Signs Transgender Equal Rights Bill

After passing in both houses of the Massachusetts Legislature last week, today Gov. Deval Patrick (D) signed the historic Transgender Equal Rights Bill. The law will take effect on July 1, 2012, at which time the state's approximately 33,000 transgender residents will have vital protections against discrimination in employment, housing, education, credit and hate crimes law.

November 23, 2011

by Jackie Hockersmith, GLAAD's Religion, Faith, and Values Media Intern

LGBT Religion News Updates for November 23, 2011

GLAAD’s Religion, Faith & Values program works to elevate LGBT-affirming voices of faith in mainstream, regional, and community media.

November 22, 2011

by Dani Heffernan, Senior Media Strategist at GLAAD

GLAAD Staff Attends Transgender Day of Remembrance Event

On Sunday, people around the world came together to commemorate the Transgender Day of Remembrance. Events to honor the day were held throughout the weekend, including an event at New York City's LGBT Community Center this past Friday, which was attended by GLAAD staff members.

November 18, 2011

by Dani Heffernan, Senior Media Strategist at GLAAD

Advocates Laverne Cox and Chris Mosier Speak About Transgender Day of Remembrance

Two transgender advocates, actress Laverne Cox and triathlete Chris Mosier, share their respective thoughts and experiences around the Transgender Day of Remembrance.

November 18, 2011

by Dani Heffernan, Senior Media Strategist at GLAAD

U.S. Secretary of Labor Issues Statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance

Today, the United States Secretary of Labor, Hilda L. Solis, issued a statement about the upcoming Transgender Day of Remembrance. "I am proud to stand and be counted as an ally to the transgender community and to every person and family impacted by anti-transgender violence," she said.

November 18, 2011

by Dani Heffernan, Senior Media Strategist at GLAAD

Kylar Broadus: The Importance of the Transgender Day of Remembrance

Kylar Broadus is an African-American transgender advocate, lawyer, and founder of the Trans People of Color Coalition, the only national social justice organization promoting the interests of transgender people of color. Below, he shares his thoughts on the Transgender Day of Remembrance.

November 18, 2011

by Dani Heffernan, Senior Media Strategist at GLAAD

Trans Advocate Janet Mock on Transgender Day of Remembrance

In the following blog excerpt for Transgender Day of Remembrance, editor and trans advocate Janet Mock describes her experience of coming out to her date as a trans teenager and remembers the lives of those transgender women who were victims of violence.

November 18, 2011

by Daniel Alvarenga, GLAAD's Spanish Language Media Fellow

A Lost Friend: A Transgender Latina Tells Her Story of Survival

Victoria Ruiz is a transgender advocate and a writer for the LGBT-themed, Spanish-language magazine, Adelante Magazine. For Transgender day of Remembrance, Victoria recounts her and her friend Yina’s experiences as immigrant Latina transgender women in Los Angeles.

November 17, 2011

by Dani Heffernan, Senior Media Strategist at GLAAD

Help Spread the Word About Transgender Day of Remembrance Through Social Media

In addition to attending an event in honor of the Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20, GLAAD encourages transgender individuals, as well as families, friends, and allies to help raise awareness about this important day through social media.

transgender

World AIDS Day: A Look At The Transgender Community

Historic Day in Mass: Gov. Patrick Signs Transgender Equal Rights Bill

LGBT Religion News Updates for November 23, 2011

GLAAD Staff Attends Transgender Day of Remembrance Event

Advocates Laverne Cox and Chris Mosier Speak About Transgender Day of Remembrance

U.S. Secretary of Labor Issues Statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance

Kylar Broadus: The Importance of the Transgender Day of Remembrance

Trans Advocate Janet Mock on Transgender Day of Remembrance

A Lost Friend: A Transgender Latina Tells Her Story of Survival

Help Spread the Word About Transgender Day of Remembrance Through Social Media

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