PACT NOW
COVID-19 sucks. PACT NOW is a multifaceted new program to help trans and non-binary folks get through this hard time.
Fight the isolation and join us each week for trans-focused supportive virtual get-togethers, ask-an-expert sessions and online support groups. Check out this week’s programming below!
FEATURED PACT NOW RESOURCES:
OUR PROGRAMS
CONNECT
CONNECT events are a scheduled time to connect with trans/non-binary community peers in a gently structured online environment. Each week, the three (3) CONNECT events will spur conversation, reduce isolation, and create new connections.
ASK
ASK the Expert events are open periods of regularly scheduled time where you can ask questions to health care providers, mental health professionals, social workers, advocates, and lawyers. Two (2) events each week will include unique opportunities to ask all of the questions you wonder about, but don’t know where or how to find the answers. Most sessions will be in a webinar-format (on Zoom), but some may be via Twitter Chat.
SUPPORT
Warmline
Are you concerned about COVID-19 and not sure where to turn that is knowledgeable and affirming of trans/non-binary people? Reach out to our team by voice or text (414-559-2123), or email with your questions or concerns.
We’ll connect you to the resources you need, including 1-1 advocacy services, case management, medical resources, violence prevention and response, connection to public benefits and sustainable resources.
LEARN
Stay tuned for a series of fact sheets, documents, videos, infographics and other trans-specific information related to COVID-19.
EMPOWER
In-Depth Support Groups
Stay tuned! In the next month+, we will begin to offer this service.
8-week, counselor-led support groups, will provide in-depth, person-centered support for 8 people per session. Groups will provide support, skills, and themed content that will enhanced individuals’ ability to better cope with anxiety and depression, isolation, navigating trauma responses, identifying strengths, building relationships, and self-advocacy.
PACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites. PACT NOW is a partnership between FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic.
This project is funded in part by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment at the Medical College of Wisconsin.