Eight events to honor International Transgender Day of Remembrance in Philadelphia

Every Nov. 20, International Transgender Day of Remembrance celebrates and memorializes transgender, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming people who lost their lives to violence and brings increased awareness to the bigotry the community continues to face. This year, the Greater Philadelphia Area is once again offering a host of events for those wishing to honor the lives lost. Established in 1999 by transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith, International Transgender Day of Remembrance is an opportunity for the community to come together not only to mourn and remember those who have lost their lives to transphobic violence but also to advocate for change and greater protections for trans, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming people. This year’s local and remote options will allow Philadelphians to participate, mourn and contribute to this larger effort. Below is a roundup of some of the key events taking place throughout the Philadelphia area and online.

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