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Euronews (English)
The 17th of May is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. First conceived of in 2004, the day was first celebrated as the International Day Against Homophobia the following year. Since then, multiple LGBTQ+ initiatives and charities have worked together to grow its support and be inclusive to the trans community. For many trans people, transphobia is a fact of everyday life. Transphobic talking points are regular features of the media cycle, while right-wing lawmakers across the world work to legislate against trans rights. Even in people’s private lives, lack of under…