Every March 31, trans and nonbinary communities, along with allies, celebrate #TransDayOfVisibility, focusing on joy and celebrating the visibility of trans communities. However, amidst a surge in anti-trans hate and harmful government policies, being visible has become increasingly challenging and risky. Recent policy announcements in Saskatchewan, New Brunswick, and Alberta endanger the safety of trans youth, forcing them either to be outed to their families, even against their will, or to remain closeted at school. Trans and nonbinary people also face widespread discrimination in employment: 74% of Two Spirit, trans, and nonbinary individuals who participated in Egale’s national Working for Change study had to hide aspects of their identity when seeking employment to avoid discrimination.
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