HomeMy WebLinkAbout06 of 2025 - Joint Resolution Recognizing March 31, 2025 as International Transgender Day of Visibility in Salt LSALT` LADE CITY CORPORATION
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JOINT RESOI..IJTiON' COGNIZING MARCH 31, 2025, AS INTERNATIONAL
TRANSGENDER DAY OF VISIBILITY IN SALT TAKE CITY
WHEREAS, International Transgender Day of Visibility is an annual event celebrated on
March 31, serving as a moment to honor and recognize the diverse experiences
of transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming individuals globally;
and
WHEREAS, Salt Lake City reaffirms its commitment to championing the rights, dignity, and
equality of transgender and gender -diverse individuals across all communities
through countering discrimination, encouraging inclusivity, and raising the
voices of the unheard; and
WHEREAS, transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming individuals have
significantly contributed to the cultural fabric of Salt Lake City and Utah,
enriching our society through their activism, advocacy, and authentic self-
expression; and
WHEREAS, the representation of transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming
individuals in various forms of media has increased, shedding light on diverse
identities and higialighting substantial contributions to arts, science, education,
entertainment, and various fields; and
WHEREAS, amidst recent legislative efforts across the nation and Utah, targeting
transgender youth, it is important that Salt Lake City stand in solidarity with
the transgender community and actively promote inclusion, acceptance, and
celebration in light of recent legislation, it is crucial that the city come together
to celebrate our transgender community; and
WHEREAS, International Transgender Day of Visibility provides an opportunity for
communities worldwide to acknowledge and honor the accomplishments,
resilience, and leadership of transgender individuals.; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,
that the Salt Lake City Council and Mayor of Salt Lake City officially designates March
31, 2025, as International Transgender Day of Visibility in Salt Lake City, recognizing
the importance of this day in fostering understanding, respect, and inclusivity.
SALT 'RAKE CITY CORPORATION
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,
that Salt Lake City commends the bravery and perseverance of the transgender
community in their ongoing struggle for equal rights and recognition, affirming their
inherent worth and dignity.
Adopted this 25th day of March 2025
Erin Mendenhall
Salt Lake City Mayor
Alejandro Puy, Vice Chair
Salt Lake City Council Me r, District Two
Eqa Lopez Chavez
Salt Lake City Council Member, District Four
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Dan Dugan
Salt Lake City Council Member, District Six
Chris Wharton, Chair
Salt Lake City Council Member, District Three
Victoria Petro
Salt Lake City Council Member, District One
�arin Mano
Salt Lake City Council Member, District Five
arah Young
S . ake City Council mber, istrict Seven