Monday, November 20 is Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR), which is observed annually to honour the memory of people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence and raise awareness of the immense suffering and harm caused by transphobia.
In a display of solidarity, Brighton & Hove City Council will be flying trans flags from Brighton Town Hall and Hove Town Hall.
People are invited to join trans, non-binary and intersex communities at a special event on Sunday, November 19 at 11.30am in the Ledward Centre, BN1 1GE and the nearby Jubilee Square. The event aims to bring people together to remember community members who have passed away over the past year.
There will be speakers and performances in Jubilee Square alongside a digital name ritual and a community lunch. Community members and allies are welcome and an experienced BSL interpreter will be available on the day.
There will also be a livestream of the speakers and performances. If you’d like to attend the event virtually, email navigate@gmail.com.
Councillor Leslie Pumm, Chair of the Equalities, Community Safety & Human Rights Committee, said: “We stand firmly behind our trans community and mourn alongside them as we mark Transgender Day of Remembrance.
“This occasion brings attention to the devastating effects intolerance and transphobia have on communities and individuals, who wish nothing more than to live as their most authentic selves.
“It’s becoming increasingly clear that the attacks, demonisation and questioning of identities, human rights and simple existence of trans people often have tragic consequences and lead to real harm.
“There will never be tolerance for transphobic violence, discrimination, harassment or hate of any kind in Brighton & Hove.
“We wish to improve, listen and be challenged on our journey to becoming a beacon city, which provides understanding, accepting and safe home to all our residents.”