Transgender Day of Visibility: District Tempelhof-Schöneberg celebrates solidarity

Transgender Day of Visibility: District Tempelhof-Schöneberg celebrates solidarity

On March 31, the Tempelhof-Schöneberg district celebrated the transgender day of Visibility for the 15th time to honor the success and challenges of trans people. Despite social and legal hurdles, trans people still struggle with discrimination, disadvantage and violence. As a sign of solidarity, the trans flag was hoisted to show support for the trans- and queer community.

The deputy district mayor Matthias Steuckardt emphasized the importance of flag ratio that trans people should feel safe and comfortable in the district. He condemned hatred, violence and discrimination against trans people and emphasized the importance of a peaceful and equal coexistence, regardless of gender identity.

The five strips of the trans flag, in the colors light blue, pink and white, have a symbolic meaning and stand for diversity and acceptance. The arrangement of the strips is deliberately chosen, so that the flag is always correct, no matter how it is kept.

The transgender day of visibility is an important opportunity to raise awareness of the challenges of trans people and to show solidarity. Through events and promotions, supporters can help: to promote an inclusive and respectful society.

The following table lists some facts and information about the transgender day of visibility:

| Transgender Day of Visibility |
| ————————————————— |
| When: March 31 |
| Goal: appreciation of trans people, creation of awareness of challenges |
| Symbol: Trans-flag with five stripes (light blue, pink, white, pink, light blue) |
| Meaning: solidarity, acceptance, diversity |

The transgender day of visibility is a way to promote the visibility and recognition of trans people and to point out the continued discrimination and violence that many of them experience. It is important that municipalities and districts such as Tempelhof-Schöneberg are committed to an inclusive and respectful society in which trans people can live without fear of discrimination.

Source: www.berlin.de