Flags lowered in recognition of International Trans Day of Remembrance

Nov. 20 is the International Trans Day of Remembrance, a time to honour and remember the lives of transgender, nonbinary, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse individuals lost to anti-trans violence and discrimination.

At McMaster, the flags will be lowered in recognition of the day and as a reminder of the ongoing need to dismantle the systemic barriers and prejudice that threaten the safety and dignity of people in our communities, writes Barrington Walker, vice-provost (Equity and Inclusion).

“On this day, as we lower the flag on University Hall in recognition of Transgender Day of Remembrance, let us recommit to building a more inclusive, equitable world,” he writes.

“Honouring the memory of those we have lost is essential, but our greatest tribute lies in transforming the practices of the living.”

Click here for Barrington Walker’s full statement and a list of resources

If you or someone you know is in need of support, please consider reaching out to:

The Equity and Inclusion Office; equity@mcmaster.ca

The Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office; svpro@mcmaster.ca

The MSU Pride Community Centre; pride@msu.mcmaster.ca

Trans Lifeline; (877) 330-6366

Hamilton Trans Health Coalition

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Nov. 20 is the International Trans Day of Remembrance, a time to honour and remember the lives of transgender, nonbinary, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse individuals lost to anti-trans violence and discrimination.

At McMaster, the flags will be lowered in recognition of the day and as a reminder of the ongoing need to dismantle the systemic barriers and prejudice that threaten the safety and dignity of people in our communities, <a href="https://equity.mcmaster.ca/2024-transgender-day-of-remembrance-tdor/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">writes Barrington Walker, vice-provost (Equity and Inclusion)</a>.
<blockquote>“On this day, as we lower the flag on University Hall in recognition of Transgender Day of Remembrance, let us recommit to building a more inclusive, equitable world,” he writes.

“Honouring the memory of those we have lost is essential, but our greatest tribute lies in transforming the practices of the living.”</blockquote>
<strong><a href="https://equity.mcmaster.ca/2024-transgender-day-of-remembrance-tdor/">Click here for Barrington Walker's full statement and a list of resources</a></strong>

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If you or someone you know is in need of support, please consider reaching out to:
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