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Center For Constitutional Rights Files Suit against U.S. for Failure To Prevent Genocide in Gaza

#JusticeforMARY #JusticeforMARSHA

#JusticeforMARY #JusticeforMARSHA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Activists and relatives of Mary Mora To Gather in NYC Tomorrow— Will Use ‘Art As Activism’

On Saturday July 29th 2023 from 1-4pm members of the TLGBQ+ Community will gather at Marsha P Johnson Memorial Fountain in Hudson River Park to honor the life of Mary Mora, a 26 year old Trans woman of color who passed away several weeks ago.

Both Mary & Marsha P Johnson were found deceased on July 6th and, both women received threats shortly before they died (three decades apart)

Attendees are invited to bring floweres and participate in a public art installation which will take place as a part of the vigil.

Srategic Trans Alliance for Radical Reform

Our Mission: STARR is dedicated to creating a safe, more equitable society for Transgender and Gender Non Conforming individuals, especially those who also identify as Black, Indigenous, and or People Of Color. Through advocacy, litigation and community empowerment we strive to abolish and reform the institutions and belief systems which have harmed these communities historically, including but not limited to: ableism, ageism, cisgender-supremacy, white-supremacy/racism; systemic poverty, sexism, and economic disenfranchisement.

JUST IN: THE MARSHA & SYLVIA PLAN

JUST IN: THE MARSHA & SYLVIA PLAN

This agenda details tangible solutions the City Council can take to combat the myriad injustices facing our communities. The New York City Council’s LGBTQIA+ Caucus, which includes the body’s seven LGBTQIA+ members, has a mandate to establish “legislative and budget priorities and the creation of community initiatives, rooted in the tradition of Black Queer feminism, to dismantle systems of oppression, and promote the culture, contribution, and interests of the LGBTQIA+ community in New York City.” This report outlines tangible steps we can take to fulfill our mission and provide our allies in the Council with a road map to support our communities.

Building on the advocacy of the LGBTQIA+ and TGNCNBI titans who came before us, The Marsha & Sylvia Plan recognizes the work of folks like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera who championed the needs of Black and brown TGNCNBI folks and whose legacy we seek to honor in all we do. 

The Sylvia Rivera Law Project- A Proud foundation of lies, grift and exploitation.

by Mariah Lopez Ebony

We were ALWAYS HERE

#BallroomMade

Across the U.S. and around the world TGNC and BIPOC communities are finding their culture and history under attack once again. Free speech and democracy as we know it are threatened. Books and CRT were just the beginning. The human and civil rights of tens of thousands of individuals are in danger. Countless innocent people who simply wish to express themselves through art and fashion are being criminalized, and face literal and cultural extinction.

“No pride for some of us without liberation for ALL of us.” - Marsha P Johnson

“No pride for some of us without liberation for ALL of us.” - Marsha P Johnson

We are lucky to be heard where Sylvia wasn’t heard, and to have our voices acted upon where Marsha didn’t have her voice acted upon" - Mariah Lopez Ebony

We are lucky to be heard where Sylvia wasn’t heard, and to have our voices acted upon where Marsha didn’t have her voice acted upon" - Mariah Lopez Ebony

"We have to remember one thing: that it was not just the gay community and the street queens that really escalated this riot; it was also the help of the many radical straight men and women that lived in the Village at that time, that knew the struggle of the gay community and the trans community." - Sylvia Rivera

"We have to remember one thing: that it was not just the gay community and the street queens that really escalated this riot; it was also the help of the many radical straight men and women that lived in the Village at that time, that knew the struggle of the gay community and the trans community." - Sylvia Rivera

WHO WE ARE.

Originally formed by Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera in 1969 after the Stone Wall Riots, STAR(R) was one of the first Trans led organizations to help New York City’s Trans, Gender Non Conforming, and Sex Worker folx in acquiring immediate daily needs such as housing, food, and community. In addition to mutual aid work, STARR also fought for laws protecting TGNC and Sex Worker folx in addition to battling their own homelessness, and discrimination within the LGBTQ+ community.

Today, Strategic Transgender Alliance for Radical Reform extends Sylvia and Marsha’s legacy by building lasting and productive bonds between other existing organizations, action groups, political and non-political lobbying entities, public corporations, sovereign governments and individuals involved in the global human rights movement.

Over 50 years later, STARR still upholds their main efforts of giving immediate needs to the TGNC community; a roof over their heads, food in their bellies, and a family to count on!

STARR is here to coordinate potent actions that lead to lasting change in law and policy; with the goal of creating a safe global society for Transgender, gender queer people or anyone who lives outside of the gender binary; in appearance, action or identity.

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Who can join STARR?

General Membership & Official Allies: STARR, as an organization, is open to anyone who wishes to join. We are above all an "Alliance" of activists and advocates. One need not attend a physical meeting to join STARR. Simply contact a local Chapter head, any individual on the CRR Committee, as well as any head of any other STARR committee if you wish to join STARR. However, we do suggest that all members join the national STARR registry so that they can be informed and effective members of the alliance.

What the Trans Rights Movement?

The Transgender rights movement started due to police brutality and societal ostracizing towards the LGBTQ+ community, particularly the Trans and Gender Non Conforming folx. The movement sought to eliminate discrimination and violence against transgender and gender non conforming people regarding housing, employment, public accommodations, education, and health care. This is a fight we are still currently battling in 2021.

How can I support the Trans Rights Movement?

Become a STARR ally today! You can help by donating or volunteering at one of our events.

What is a STARR Ally?

An official STARR Ally is any group, business, or individual who supports STARR, its members or its Mission. If a group, business or individual wishes to become an official STARR Ally, they must contact the local Community Relations and Recruitment Committee.

What is a STARR Chapter?

STARR chapters are loosely structured grassroots organizations whose administration, for scenarios which require it, will consist of all members of the “Community Relations and Recruitment (CRR) Committee”, and the acting heads of each other committee. All questions, concerns and other official business or decisions of the Chapter must be submitted in writing or email to, and be decided by at least 3 members of National Leadership.