Trans Day of Visibility on 31 March is an annual day to raise awareness and celebrate the diversity of our trans and gender diverse (TGD) and non-binary communities.
The day is important for TGD people to celebrate their identities and experiences, share positive role models, connect with others and reduce isolation.
The Library will set up a display space with vision statements from TGD people, pledge statements and resources to help you learn, reflect and act and consider your role as an ally.
Visit our display space
More than 100 transgender, gender diverse, and non-binary people shared their honest and optimistic dreams for the future with Transgender Victoria.
Visit the display space to read the vision statements, pledges for allies and learn about practical steps that allies can take to help achieve the vision.
- When: From 12pm on Monday 30 March to Thursday 2 April
- Where: Level 1, Duhig Tower (Building 2), St Lucia campus
Sign the pledge
You can read the vision statements on the Trans Day of Visibility website and sign your own pledge.
How will you use your pledge to contribute to real change?
Read the pledges and practical steps
Protect trans communities
Trans people’s identities are under attack, with huge implications for the mental health and wellbeing of TGD people.
Practical steps you can take: Read the Trans Talking Points (PDF, 7.6 MB) myth-busting resource by La Trobe University, Australia Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society and Trans Gender Victoria.
Take other allies on the journey
Help take some of the load off the community by bringing others on the allyship journey with you.
Practical steps you can take: Get the Trans Allyship Confidence Kit by Transgender Victoria.
Speak trans people’s words with them
Trans and gender diverse people need allies to listen, speak up and amplify their voices.
Practical steps you can take: Watch and re-share the 'Let’s Change That' video series.
Educate yourself and share what you learn
Allies need to commit to continuous learning about transgender, gender diverse and non-binary identities and intersectionalities.
Practical steps you can take: Access guides and resources from Transgender Victoria.
Write to my local MP
Advocacy makes a difference to how elected officials engage with trans issues and policies.
Practical steps you can take: Use this email template to write a letter to your State or Federal Member of Parliament expressing your support for trans rights.
Celebrate all forms of gender expression
It’s important for trans people to feel safe, seen and celebrated.
Practical steps you can take: Visibly show your support with sticker, flags and badges.
Show up to rallies
Attend community-led events, rallies and gatherings that celebrate trans identities and advocate for rights.
Practical steps you can take: Connect and stay engaged in your local trans community and look up which events and rallies are happening near you.
Support trans causes
Organisations that support the trans community need both visible and financial support. Do what is within your capacity to connect with these organisations and support their work.
Practical steps you can take: Engage with your local trans community and support organisations and activities near you.
Support resources
- Student Support Health and wellbeing - for students.
- Employee Assistance Program (UQ staff login required) - for staff.
