Due to fairly large difference in organizing and political philosophy – the Vancouver Transgender Day of Remembrance is pulling out of their involvement with the trans day of remembrance at UBC – unceded and occupied coast salish territory. Lack of meaningful collaboration is not ok – especially from such a place of privilege and entitlement.
See: http://www.straight.com/article-835721/vancouver/transgender-day-remembrance-events-honour-murder-victims-vancouver
*MOST IMPORTANT = We have this on facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/390213797723802/
(this event is taking place on unceded and occupied Coast Salish Territory = Tsleil-Waututh, Musqueum, and Squamish nations respectively)
*2012 Vancouver Transgender Day of Remembrance*
Date: Tues, Nov20th, 2012
Time: 7pm – 9pm
Location: Carnegie Community Center 401 Main St. Vancouver. (look for the signs)
Event details
Documentary
Memorializing our murdered trans community through acknowledgement of their lives and the lighting of candles.
Discussion on the future of the Vancouver Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Event is not affiliated with any organization – including the Carnegie Center. We are grateful for their support by providing space.
Info:
If you are interested in helping or knowing more – email: vantdor@gmail.com
Hiy hiy/thank you/merci
Vancouver Trans Day of Remembrance 