Transgender Day of Visibility

Summary

Transgender Day of Visibility (March 31) is an annual international observance honoring transgender people. The City of Fairfax, Virginia has recognized the day with a formal mayoral proclamation at least twice. On March 25, 2025, Mayor Read presented a proclamation acknowledging March 31, 2025 as Transgender Day of Visibility in the City of Fairfax; the proclamation was received by Reverend Emma Chattin of Metropolitan Community Church of Northern Virginia. On March 24, 2026, the Mayor again presented a proclamation acknowledging March 31, 2026 as Transgender Day of Visibility, once more received by Reverend Emma Chattin of the same congregation. The recognition appears to be a recurring ceremonial agenda item with no associated legislative or land-use action.