Transgender Day of Visibility - 31 March
Transgender Day of Visibility - 31st March
Transgender Day of Visibility (TDoV) takes place each year on 31st March, marking the opportunity to celebrate trans and non-binary people, as well as raising awareness of discrimination faced by the community. The day is also about amplifying trans voices, showing up as an ally, and understanding the diversity of the community.
To mark the day, the Transgender Flag will be flown outside St. Paul's.
What is the definition of 'Trans'?
An umbrella term to describe people whose gender is not the same as, or does not sit comfortably with, the sex they were assigned at birth.
Trans people may describe themselves using one or more of a wide variety of terms, including (but not limited to) transgender, transsexual, gender-queer (GQ), gender-fluid, non-binary, gender-variant, crossdresser, genderless, agender, nongender, third gender, bi-gender, trans man, trans woman, trans masculine, trans feminine and neutrois. (Source: Stonewall Glossary of LGBTQI+ Terms)
Transgender Pride Flag
Non-binary Pride Flag
Genderfluid Pride Flag
How can I mark Transgender Day of Visibility?
- Use and share your pronouns - for a quick win, why not try adding your pronouns to your email signature?
- Educate yourself by engaging with trans voices and online resources to learn more about trans and non-binary experiences - linked below!
- Wear a Rainbow Lanyard! Progress Flag lanyards are available for all staff and can be collected from HR Reception, Level 6 Schwann Building.
Our Pick of Online Resources
Transgender FAQ - GLAAD
Transgender Day of Visibility Blog - Stonewall
How to be a good trans ally - Unison
Transgender Hub - Stonewall
Trans Inclusion and Allyship at the University
The University and LGBTQI+ Network are continually working toward progressing trans inclusion in the workplace. In 2023 the University achieved a prestigious Silver Award from Stonewall, ranking within the Top 100 Employers, a list which recognises exceptional employers who are committed to supporting their LGBTQ+ staff.
Below are a selection of trans inclusive policies, guidance, and resources from the University:
Trans Equality Policy Statement
Gender-Neutral Toilets Provision
Being Brave with Language: Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation
Pronouns Guidance: what are they and why is it important?
LGBTQI+ Staff Equality Network
Did you know we also have an active LGTBQI+ Staff Equality Network?
The network meets termly each academic year, and helps coordinate a calendar of events across the year including TDoR, World AIDS Day, LGBT History Month, and Pride Month. The Network is open to any member of staff identifying as LGBTQI+, and regularly organises events which are open to allies as well as all staff and students. The Network is also inclusive of marginalised or underrepresented groups within the LGBTQI+ community, and seeks to support and platform these voices wherever possible.
Our Staff Networks provide a safe, open space for staff to connect, access peer support, and provides a mechanism for feedback to the University on a range of topics, including draft policy and guidance. To join or find out more, email Chair Carson McCombe or lgbt@hud.ac.uk.