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Tue Nov 15 2005 250 Locations Worldwide to Observe Day Opposing Violence Against Transgenders
7th Annual Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20th Sunday, November 20th was the 7th annual Transgender Day of Remembrance, and it was observed in over 250 locations worldwide. These events bring to light the violence against transgendered people that occurs every day. Events took place at high schools, colleges, and community spaces. Press Release

Some local events:
San Francisco: The event on Sunday started at the San Francisco LGBT Center at 6:30 pm, with a march up Market Street, through the Castro, and ending at the Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy. A memorial event featuring speakers and performers was held at the Academy. Photos
The South Bay Transgender Day of Remembrance was held on Sunday at the Billy DeFrank Center. The event included activists from the trans community, a member of Gwen Araujo's family, a slideshow called "Transfigurations: The Making of a Man," and a dance performance.

There were also events in San Diego, Los Angeles, and many other cities

Read more on Indybay's LGBTQI News Page

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