Georgina Beyer

Georgina Beyer

Country

New Zealand

Birth - Death

1957 -

Occupation

Politics

Notable Achievements

Mayor, New Zealand Order of Merit

Description

World's first openly transgender mayor (Carterton, 1995-2000), as well as the world's first openly transgender Member of Parliament (2000-2005) for the Labour Party. Born George Bertrand. Former radio host and cabaret singer. LGBTQ activist. Inducted as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (2020) for her services to the LGBTQ community.

See Also

• Mayor
• Transgender Politicians
• Transgender Activists
• Popular LGBTQ Radio Hosts
• New Zealand Order of Merit

Further Research/Reading

• http://www.parliament.nz/en-nz/mpp/mps/former/48PlibMPsFormerGeorginaBeyer1/beyer-georgina
• http://www.lgbthistorymonth.com/georgina-beyer?tab=biography
• https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2020/06/01/trans-mp-queen-birthday-honour-georgina-beyer-new-zealand-carterton-wairarapa/

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