Rep. Sara Jacobs, Sen. Brian Schatz Introduce International Transgender Day of Visibility Resolution
In recognition of International Transgender Day of Visibility, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51), Co-Chair of the Transgender Equality Task Force, and Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) introduced a bicameral resolution today to celebrate the many contributions and achievements of the transgender community and affirm their human rights.
Congresswoman Sara Jacobs, Co-Chair of the Transgender Equality Task Force, said, “I’m so proud to be the sister of a trans brother and a gender non-conforming sibling – and grateful to have watched my siblings grow happier and healthier because they can be their authentic selves. But the rise of anti-trans rhetoric, policies, and violence here at home and around the world seeks to deny their existence and strip them of dignity. That’s why I’m so proud to join Senator Schatz to recognize International Transgender Day of Visibility and stand with trans communities everywhere. We see you, we hear you, and you are perfect just the way you are. We will never stop fighting for you.”
Senator Schatz said, “International Transgender Day of Visibility is about celebrating the transgender community around the world – their achievements, their courage, and their right to live authentically and openly. But it is also about raising awareness of the discrimination and violence they still face today. While we have made progress over the years – thanks to the bravery of many transgender leaders – the work for full equality, acceptance, and civil rights protections continues.”
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