Intersex Day of Solidarity, also known as Intersex Day of Remembrance, takes place on November 8. The Day marks the birthday of Herculine Barbin. Intersex Solidarity day is used to bring awareness to the issues faced by Intersex people and remember those Intersex people who we have lost along the way.

This annual international day is a time to recognise the struggles of intersex people and to call for their rights.

What is Intersex Day of Remembrance?

• A day to recognise the struggles of intersex people and to call for their rights

• A day to reflect on the progress made in acceptance and recognition, and to acknowledge the work that still needs to be done

• A day to remember the life of Herculine Barbin, a 19th-century French intersex person

What is Intersex Day of Solidarity?

• An internationally observed day to highlight the human rights issues faced by intersex people

• A day to celebrate intersex people and to recognise the unique challenges they face in society

• A day to call for greater acceptance of intersex people in society

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