Visa Policy Raises Concerns Over DrupalCon Atlanta Attendance

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Rachel Norfolk highlights concerns over attendance at DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 due to a newly announced U.S. visa policy that could prevent trans individuals from entering the country. The policy, introduced by Senator Marco Rubio, officially targets trans athletes but may broadly apply to any trans person, raising concerns about visa denials based on perceived discrepancies in passport sex markers. Rachel states that the risk of permanent visa ineligibility makes traveling to the U.S. unsafe and confirms that she will not attend DrupalCon Atlanta. She questions whether DrupalCon North America should consider relocating to a different country within the region to ensure accessibility for all participants, emphasizing that many in the open-source community face similar restrictions.

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