Date: Wed, 09 Dec 1998 19:51:27 -0800 From: Clare Howell Subject: IYF - HRC Trans-resolution MEDIA ADVISORY - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Editor: Clare Howell, clare@gpac.org Contact: Human Rights Campaign, hrc@hrc.org HRC BOARD PASSES RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT TRANS-ISSUES =================================================== [Washington, D.C.: 9 Dec 98] THE HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN (HRC), passed a resolution at their quarterly board meeting this weekend expressing support for measures that counteract discrimination based on gender identity. "The Human Rights Campaign strongly supports public and private initiatives that counter discrimination based on real or perceived gender identity. We acknowledge the extraordinary work of transgender organizations and leaders and view them as important friends and powerful allies. [HRC] is committed to a mutually beneficial relationship with the transgender community. It is our hope that such a relationship will help inform and craft a shared vision of a world that honors and respects all people regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity." Said Candy Marcum, Board of Directors Co-Chair, "It is our hope that this resolution will be seen as a first step in reaffirming our strong support for remedies that will ban discrimination based on gender identity. We hope to work closely with the transgender community in finding the right solution." ### Subscriptions. Please contact: Subscribe@Gpac.org For prior releases, check the GenderPAC website at: http://www.gpac.org (c) 1998 InYourFace GenderPAC's online news-only service for gender activism.