Do The WeRQ

On this #WorldAIDSDay, we honor those who have lost their lives to HIV and AIDS, reaffirm our support to those living with it, and recommit ourselves to beating this disease on a global scale. We stand with you. Today, and everyday.

2020 has been tough, especially for our transgender and gender non-conforming community. But this Transgender Day Of Remembrance, let’s remember all the beautiful and powerful trans people we lost this year who once lit up the world. Their legacies will live on in our fight for equality and justice. Read the stories of these and other trans folx at https://bit.ly/38HQs82.

Intersex Remembrance Day first began in 2005 as a way to raise awareness about the human right issues faced by the intersex community. The fight has come a long way, but there is still a lot of work ahead to end dangerous societal stigmas and medical practices. So let’s take today to honor the legacies of some important Intersex figures. Learn more from the Intersex Society of North America at isna.org/faq/history. Illustrations by @Brilloboi

Today is a very important day arguably the most important of the past four years. While we don’t know what will happen, or even when we’ll know for sure, Do The WeRQ is committed to equality and accountability Regardless of the outcome, we’ll always fight for a diverse, more inclusive world. But as for today, let’s all take care of ourselves and each other. So let us know in the comments below: how are you caring for yourself today?

Halloween may look different this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still get dressed up. Swipe to see some of our favorite looks! From all of us at Do the WeRQ, throw on some heels and a wig and go have a spooky Halloween!