(TW: The following program pertains to the topics of violence and anti-trans bigotry.)
The Q Center and the Queer Student Commission are hosting a week of programming in honor of Transgender Day of Remembrance: a day in memory of trans lives lost to violence. Below is a full list of programming.
Reflections in the Q
Nov 13 | All week | Q Center
Honoring trans lives through art, togetherness, and candle lightings.
Stop by to pay respects to the altar, which will be built up over the week.
Gender Discussion Group
Nov 14 | 4 to 6 pm | Q Center
A weekly confidential, drop-in group centering trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming experiences. Gender Discussion Group emphasizes community and connection as we process all things gender in a safe and welcoming space.
Legislative Panel
Nov 15 | 5 to 6 pm | Q Center
An open discussion about the state of trans and non-binary student rights at the UW. All concerns, issues, and plans of action will be discussed.
Open Mic
Nov 16 | 6 to 8 pm | Q Center
Come celebrate trans lives through poetry, dance, music, and other forms of art. Bring your friends and – if you feel comfortable – come with art to share.
Sign Making & Community Vigil
Nov 20 | Sign making: all day, group walk: 6:30 pm | Q Center
Come make signs in the Q Center for the night’s community vigil at King Avenue UMC. At 6:30 pm, we’ll gather together in the Q Center to walk to the vigil beginning at 7:00 pm.
