Transgender Day of Remembrance at Queens College

A candlelight march around the quad and reading of the names will be held. The main Dining Hall is the rain location.
About this Event

Transgender Day of Remembrance

On Wednesday, November 18th, a Transgender Day of Remembrance candlelight vigil will be held on the Quad to remember those who were lost to anti-transgender violence, while highlighting the significant increase in hate violence against trans people, especially those of color.

6pm - Meetup at the flagpole behind Jefferson Hall and distribute candles

6:15pm - Opening Remarks

6:30pm - Walk across the Quad to the fountain near the library

6:40pm - Reading of the names

7:00pm - Featured speakers & open mic

7:25pm - Closing Remarks

Free transgender Pride ribbons will be provided.

In the event of rain, we meet at the stage in the main Dining Hall.

Sponsored by the Office of LGBTQIAA+ Programs & Resource Center at Queens College and the Queens College Gender Love and Sexuality Alliance/GLASA, in partnership with the CUNY Institute for LGBTQIA+ Community Engagement & Public History, and the New York City Council