Trans* Day of Visibility (TDoV) has taken place each year on March 31 since 2009. The day is dedicated to raising awareness and visibility for trans* people and drawing attention to existing discrimination and transphobia. The day also provides a special opportunity for cis people to show solidarity with trans* people and stand up for equal rights. For us it is clear: #TransRightsAreHumanRights.
Trans* is used adjectivally and serves as an umbrella term for people whose gender assigned at birth does not match their gender identity. The asterisk (also asterisk) represents the multiplicity of possibilities of gender identities and gender expressions. Trans* thus refers to a diverse spectrum of identities, lifestyles and concepts that do not (want to) be located exclusively in a binary way.
All people should have the right to determine their own definition of their gender identity. The so-called “Transsexuellengesetz” (TSG) has prevented this for decades and is an example of the ongoing discrimination against trans* people. A new self-determination law must replace the TSG in order to protect trans* people from lengthy and humiliating procedures and make it easier to uphold their basic and human rights.
More information about trans* and trans* people can be found on Queerlexikon.
On the occasion of this year’s TDoV we would like to present personal stories of a trans* person with the book “Being Human” by Alice Oehninger and the MyStory by Hanna Brungs as well as tips and information about trans* at the workplace with our How To Guide Nr. 9.
Bein Human – An Autobiography by Alice Oehninger
Alice is trans*. She looks like a white boy. In traditional Tanzania, she is expected to play this role. She goes through love and rejection and discovers a strong desire to be a parent. Playing the role of a man, she marries and finds happiness in Germany until a crisis destroys her fragile world.
Meetings and border crossings in cultures and gender. A very personal story that touches and invites reflection.
Creating a trans*-Inclusive Business – How To Guide Nr. 9
The guide covers the topic of trans* in the workplace and addresses employers, colleagues and trans* people themselves. It contains tips, information and experience reports to raise awareness and educate people on the topic. In addition, an exemplary process of a transition at the workplace is outlined and assistance for communication is offered.
Night of Realization – MyStory with Hanna
For a very long time I was searching for myself and at times I confused this with the search for other, material things – and I had to realize that these things did not really make me happy.