Transgender Day of Remembrance around the world
Transgender Europe would like to thank everyone who took part in our call to remember those who lost their lives. Below you will find summaries of some of the events that took place on the 20th of November.
If you wish to contribute, send your materials to wiktor [at] tgeu.org
Paris, France
Dublin, Ireland
See the document by Martine Cuypers, available here
Rivoli, Italy
Stockholm, Sweden
In Stockholm we held a manifestation at a queer venue called Högkvarteret in the center of town.
Four trans activists gave their view on issues on hate crimes, invisibility, resistance, love and hope. Around 40 people where gathered for the event.
The speakers were:
Nadja Karlsson, chairman of FPE-S (full personality expression Sweden)
Christine Sahlström, secretary of KIM (gender, identity, diversity)
Silva Eiseb, trans activist
Micke Kjeldsen, trans activist
We formed a circle with candles and listened to music by Alex Fridunger.
It was a great evening of love, togetherness and hope!
Carolina Orre
Please mind that collecting the testimonials is not finished. If you feel you want to contribute with your summary, please send it to wiktor [at] tgeu.org.