“Defense and support for trans, non -binary and intersex people are so important at this moment because we are witnessing such a assault on targeted attacks from the Trump Administration,” says Shane Diamond, director of communications and defense at Glad. “We have seen state executive orders trying to dehumanize us, who try to eliminate our rights.”
While many members of the LGBTQ+ community it may not feel safe In the United States, Trans color women Remain the most vulnerable to discrimination and violence. Wired spoke with defense groups that work to protect and enhance trans people, so that they can better understand how to support members of your community.
Recognize the humanity of others
If you are a cisgender (no, he is not a person insults), where can you start? It is quite simple. “The most human thing to do is to recognize our humanity. Some people are truly convinced that we do not deserve a place in the world,” says Tiommi Luckett, a senior national organizer for trans positively to Transgender Law Center. “I think they must see our humanity and recognize that we are not asking for special rights.”
Don’t take it for granted that you understand the shades of the experience of a trans person based on preconceived ideas or someone else’s opinion. While it is important to recognize the difficulties and discrimination that trans people (or people of any marginalized group) face, the vitality and shades of their life are often not represented in the media. “We have to see Trans Joy most visibly present in the world,” says Camila Camaleón, a former administrative coordinator of Gender justice la.
Be involved with local organizations
National organizations can be a force for the good, but it is likely that you feel more connected to those around you (and potentially have a greater impact) being involved in a local defense group. Which groups of trans fees are nearby? If you are in the United States, Take a look at this list From our twin publication They To find a group that could be closer to home. Voices are included by all 50 states. Located in the United Kingdom? Trans United It is a website that you can use to find groups near you.
Listen to the trans people of color
“Centers is not selfish,” says Ezak Perez, executive director of Gender justice la. “We should hit ourselves and others, so that we can go out there and really fight for the problems that are influencing our communities”. The work of an ally is not to deal with the situation. Instead, it’s about listening to the leadership from marginalized people and follow. “We don’t necessarily need people to drive,” they say. “But we need people to really find themselves on board and fight alongside us.”
If you didn’t do it, register to vote
“It is so critical that people take time to register to vote and then vote,” says Sasha Buchert, director of the non -tracking and transgender projects project at Lambda Legal.
He mentioned the coherent vote as one of the most important actions that an ally can take, especially for young people who support equal rights but may not often present themselves to the polls on the day of the elections.
Contact your representatives
Going beyond the vote alone, Buchert recommends calling the leaders of your local government and asking them what they recently did to protect the life of the trans components. “I guarantee you that there are other people who oppose the trans people who know the system,” he says. “They know the power to speak with their state legislators.” Visit This website To find contact information for your local elected representative in the United States e go here If you are in the United Kingdom.
Speak against harassment
“Many people will remain silent because they are afraid of making mistakes,” says Casey Pick, director of the law and policy of the Trevor project.
“What we need now, especially at a time when there is so much disinformation and so much hostility outside, are our allies to speak,” says Pick. Even less clear examples of transfobia, like a snidic comment made by a friend, still actively contribute to the hostile environment experienced by trans people and not compliant with the genre.
“It’s not a joke for us to be attached to the street simply to be what we are,” says Luckett. It can be frightening and dangerous to intervene if you see harassment that occur in public, but you have more options as a viewer, such as distraction or documentation.
This webcomic from NPR It is a great resource for the bystanders who want to better understand how to react, at the moment, to harassment.
Support the cause all year round
Anyone who is financially capable should take into consideration the idea of making donations to trans-centered support groups, all year round, not only during the month of pride.
“I’m not like Trans Cinderella,” says Diamond. “I do not go back to being CIS on July 1st. If people feel enthusiastic and authorized to present themselves as allies, it continues to do so even when the pride season is over. As we know, the attacks against trans people have arrived all year round and we will continue to be here.”
In addition, donations to small local groups can have an out of measure impact on their ability to provide resources to the surrounding community.
Why is the struggle for Trans Rights so important? “None of us are safe, until we are all safe,” says Luckett. “My liberation is definitely linked to your liberation and everyone’s liberation. Because when we frequent people trans black, then liberation is possible for everyone.”
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