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Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for supportive social connection. Description: Some of us look forward to July 4.  Some of us dread it.  We’ll chat about the range of emotions people have with the 4th of July.  Many trans and non-binary folks (and other!) live with trauma in their past, may be neurodivergent, or have other memories from prior holidays that impact how they interact with this holiday.  We’ll talk about some specific strategies for how folks who may have difficulties with the sounds and flashing lights can stay grounded.   Zoom link https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/94935940682 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 949 3594 0682   CONNECT CHAT & SUPPORT is facilitated by michael munson. michael is as an out trans-masculine femme. He embraces many overlapping identities, including being radically queer, gender-fluid, a person living […]

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for: Topic: Writing it OUT Workshop Description: Feelings are running high these days.  Many of us are frustrated, angry, sad. Some of us are tapped into feelings of hopelessness and unrest with the state of the world.  (Some of us might also be able to take moments where we can experience the beauty of the early summer.)  Where ever you are — whatever you are feeling — join us for a time to express yourself and share with others.   Zoom link https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/96719615812 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 967 1961 5812   All groups are trans and queer led. The facilitator for this event is Matthew Lewis, a Black Queer poet, community health promoter, and unapologetic Aquarius.  He has a bachelor’s degree in English-Creative Writing and […]

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for supportive connection. Description: Come chill and join in some fun online games with old and new friends. Zoom link https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/92338767586 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) Meeting ID: 923 3876 7586   The facilitator for this event is Matthew Lewis, a Black Queer poet, community health promoter, and unapologetic Aquarius.  He has a bachelor’s degree in English-Creative Writing and Gender Studies from the UW-Madison.  He currently works as a Clinical Program Coordinator for the Medical College of Wisconsin. Matthew has strong passions for storytelling, R&B music, and Food Network TV. . About CONNECT events: CONNECT groups will meet three times each week with a different focus for each session. Friday’s from 4:00 – 5:30pm are usually about games and playful relaxing. Some events will focus on grounding, meditation, […]

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for supportive social connection. Description: Touch is an important part of most everyone’s life. During COVID-19, many of us have radically changed our contact with others – including hand offs of a coffee cup from our favorite barista, simple handshakes, hugs from our friends, or sex with our partners or dates.  We’ll have ample time to share about what the role of touch is (or had been) in our lives, how we can incorporate more touch if we want to, and how to assess and decide on weighing our risks.   Zoom link https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/91696170502 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 916 9617 0502   Facilitated by michael munson. michael is as an out trans-masculine femme. He embraces many overlapping identities, including being radically queer, gender-fluid, a person […]

Description: Feelings are running high these days.  Many of us are frustrated, angry, sad. Some of us are tapped into feelings of hopelessness and unrest with the state of the world.  (Some of us might also be able to take moments where we can experience the beauty of the early summer.)  Where ever you are — whatever you are feeling — join us for a time to express yourself and share with others.   Zoom link https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/95727085824 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 957 2708 5824   Facilitator: Matthew Lewis Matthew Lewis is a Black Queer poet, community health promoter, and unapologetic Aquarius.  He has a bachelor’s degree in English-Creative Writing and Gender Studies from the UW-Madison.  He currently works as a Clinical Program Coordinator for the Medical College of Wisconsin. Matthew has strong passions for storytelling, R&B music, and Food […]

Description: We all have different communication styles, and sometimes when conflict arises, it helps to speak a common language. It can be especially difficult to communicate during conflicts when there are strong emotions or beliefs involved. In this interactive workshop, we’ll talk about strategies for expressing our observations, feelings, and needs, listening and being heard, and forming solutions going forward. After covering some basic framework for communication, we will have a chance to practice and problem-solve with one another. Facilitated by Caleb Weinhardt. Caleb Weinhardt is an undergraduate student at Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon, and studies Psychology. His previous work with FORGE has included leading outdoor activities with the FORGE Outdoors program and organizing volunteers during Milwaukee PrideFest. In his spare time, Caleb enjoys running, hiking, and biking outside, rock climbing, and foraging wild plants! ASL, Captions, and Trans/Queer-led. Events will have an ASL interpreter and AI-generated closed captioning.  Please reach out […]

Description: Fill up your cup. Listen to your inner voice, identify what fills your spirit, and blow the steam off stress. Warm beverages optional. Bring markers, crayons, color pencils, pens.  We will provide a simple exercise to warm your soul. No art experience necessary. Download the worksheet: Zoom link https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/92038219152 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) Meeting ID: 920 3821 9152   Facilitated by Denise Cawley. Denise has been a pivotal player in diversity, inclusion, marriage equality and voting rights for three decades. Denise is Unitarian Universalist minister in preliminary fellowship and will be ordained in June. Denise loves walking by big bodies of water. She enjoys beauty walks in nature. To relieve stress, you will find her cooking and preserving food, growing flowers and vegetables. Denise is also a renowned fiber artist in the Midwest.   ASL, Captions, and Trans/Queer-led Events […]

Description: Every day, most of us use our phones or computers or other tools that make our lives more fun or more efficient.  Join in and share your favorite app, game, or electronic tool (which could be software, a device, anything else). Think about the things that bring you joy, make your life easier, support your productivity, or help connect you with others. You can sit back and listen, share, or do some of both! Zoom link Topic: Show and Share: Apps, Games, Electronic Tools, Oh MY! Time: Aug 11, 2020 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/92996125356 Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 929 9612 5356   Facilitators: michael munson. michael is as an out trans-masculine femme. He embraces many overlapping identities, including being radically queer, gender-fluid, a person living with multiple disabilities, a passionate worker, proud parent, strong and tender […]