On March 31, trans Ohioans will celebrate International Transgender Day of Visibility across the state.
Activists with Trans Allies of Ohio plan to live-tweet updates from more than six individual events, ranging from protest marches to virtual discussion panels.
Organizers plan to tweet personal messages throughout the day on March 31, along with live coverage of in-person events from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.
To participate, tweet @TransAlliesOhio selfies, updates, videos, messages of hope, love, and acceptance from TDOV events around Ohio — or from your own celebration in a safe, affirming space.
Akron Transgender Day of Visibility Celebration
The Well CDC, 647 East Market St, Akron, OH 44304
March 31, 5:00pm-8:00pm
Games, food, art projects, open mic performances and gender affirming clothing. Free and family-friendly, organizers have hired private security and limit photos to protect the privacy of attendees.
For more information, to volunteer or RSVP, contact Danielle Shultz (AkronTDOV@gmail.com) or click here.
‘This is Trans’ Exhibition & Wellness Fair
Studio West 117, 1384 Hird Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
March 31, 5:00pm-7:00pm
An ongoing, traveling photo-series exhibition by trans artist Mx. Vincent-Natasha Gay, coinciding with a community-led trans wellness fair.
For more information, click here.
Trans Day of Visibility: Thriving and Visibility Open Mic
Fawcett Center, Ohio State University, 2400 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43210
March 31, 6:00pm-9:00pm
An open mic for trans and gender expansive people to share, connect and celebrate their experiences.
For more information or to RSVP, click here.
Equitas Health Panel Discussion (Virtual)
March 31, 12:00pm
Hosted by Equitas Health, this virtual panel discussion will cover gender affirming care, trans legal needs, the impact of anti-trans legislation and a shared desire for more than just visibility.
To register for the virtual panel, click here.
Tabletop Gaymers Trans Day of Visibility Social Media Campaign (Virtual)
March 31, All Day
Tabletop Gaymers Inc., is a nonprofit organization to promote “diversity, equity, and inclusion by championing the visibility and recognition of the LGBTQIA+ community through tabletop gaming.”
The group is set to run a social media campaign highlighting experiences submitted by trans Americans.
To learn more or submit your own story, click here.
Trans Day of Visibility March for Trans Youth Autonomy
Goodale Park, 120 W Goodale St, Columbus, OH 43215
March 31, 5:00pm
Park of a statewide demonstration in more than 7 major Ohio cities, trans youth and their allies are set to march from Goodale Park in downtown Columbus.
For more information, click here.
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