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Firm Statement for Transgender Day of Visibility

March 31, 2025

What is Transgender Day of Visibility?

The first Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) occurred in 2009, spearheaded by activist Rachel Crandall-Crocker. At the time, the only well-known transgender-centered day was Transgender Day of Remembrance, which mourned the murders of transgender people. TDOV is an effort to refocus the recognition of trans people to also celebrate the living and to raise awareness of discrimination still faced by the transgender community.

The Importance of Transgender Visibility

Over the past few years, anti-transgender legislation has proliferated in state legislatures and on the federal stage. Even at the highest levels of our legal system, transgender rights have been in the cross hairs. In 2024, the Supreme Court heard arguments in United States v. Skrmetti, to determine whether Tennessee violated the Fourteenth Amendment by restricting transgender youth from receiving gender affirming care. Recently, there have been executive orders aimed at transgender individuals, including orders banning transgender individuals from serving in the military and stating that the United States only recognizes two sexes.

In 2024, around 533 anti-trans bills were introduced in state legislatures. Already in 2025, there have been around 390 anti-trans bills proposed. These include bills which ban gender-affirming health care and build barriers for transgender individuals seeking to update their identification materials.

How to Support Your Local Trans Community

Now more than ever, it is important to support your local trans community. Support can involve participating in local events, donating to organizations, or sharing important resources. Advocates for Trans Equality created a guide on being a good ally for the trans community, linked here. We also list below local organizations in our office’s locations that directly support transgender and nonbinary issues.