Georgina Beyer

Georgina Beyer

Country

New Zealand

Birth - Death

1957 -

Occupation

Politics

Notable Achievements

Mayor

Description

World's first openly transsexual mayor (Carterton, 1995-2000), as well as the world's first openly transsexual Member of Parliament (2000-2005) for the Labour Party. Born George Bertrand. Former radio host and cabaret singer. LGBTQ activist.

See Also

• Mayor
• Transgender Politicians
• Transgender Activists

Further Research/Reading

• http://www.parliament.nz/en-nz/mpp/mps/former/48PlibMPsFormerGeorginaBeyer1/beyer-georgina
• http://www.lgbthistorymonth.com/georgina-beyer?tab=biography