[CONNECT] Staying safe out there! At home and on the streets.

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for a structured discussion and connection. Topic:  Staying safe out there! At home and on the streets Description: As we navigate new (as well as familiar) situations and environments, it’s important to review how we can stay safer in our day to day lives. We might be at home more these days, possibly with people who are less supportive (or even abusive). We might be out protesting and rallying, and unsure how we can negotiate our advocacy efforts and stay physically healthy. We’ll have a guided discussion about multiple ways we can stay safer in our lives – with ourselves, with our loved ones/close contacts, and with the broader world. Zoom link https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/91724031602 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) Meeting ID: 917 2403 1602 All groups are trans and […]

[CONNECT] Meditation and Grounding

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for supportive connection. Meditation and Grounding Description: In the midst of upheaval and unrest, it is all the more important to find moments of quiet and calm, where we can re-ground our bodies, minds and spirits. This event will gently guide participants through some exercises to center and ground and refresh our souls. 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 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 […]

[CONNECT] Fabulous Cooking with Denise and Aidan

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for supportive social connection. Fabulous Cooking with Denise and Aidan Description: Denise Cawley and son Aidan are going to whip up some great, simple, easy-to-prepare foods. You’ll see some basic cooking techniques, as well as how to modify recipes to match your taste preferences, dietary needs, and what’s in your kitchen.   Zoom https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/99434252942 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) Meeting ID: 994 3425 2942   All groups are trans and queer led. . About CONNECT Structured events: CONNECT groups will meet three times each week with a different focus for each session. Wednesdays from 4:00 – 5:30pm are structured events, with speakers, writing sessions, book readings, workshops, other engaging and interactive activities. Groups offer opportunities to connect with new and old friends, reduce isolation and loneliness, and have […]

[CONNECT] What does Pride mean to you?

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for supportive social connection and discussion. What does Pride mean to you?   Zoom link https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/96953485289 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) Meeting ID: 969 5348 5289 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 with multiple disabilities, a passionate worker, proud parent, strong and tender partner, empathic bodyworker, arts-lover, and tree-hugger. About CONNECT Coffee, Tea and WE chat support: CONNECT groups will meet three times each week with a different focus for each session. Thursdays from 6-7:30pm will be a chat-focused, supportive time to share what’s on your mind, and have some focused discussion on a specific topic. Coffee, Tea and WE is a gently moderated time that allows people to share […]

[CONNECT] Trans+ Pride Trivia

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for supportive social connection. Trans+ Pride Trivia! June is Pride month!  Come test your trans and pride knowledge in this fun, interactive trivia game.    Zoom link https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/95150253904 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 951 5025 3904   All groups are trans and queer led. . About CONNECT Play with Pals events: CONNECT groups will meet three times each week with a different focus for each session. Friday’s from 4:00 – 5:30pm is a time to bring your playful self and enjoy connecting with folks for games and casual conversation. Groups offer opportunities to connect with new and old friends, reduce isolation and loneliness, and have some fun in the process!   -- PACT NOW = Preventing and Assisting with COVID-19 among Trans and Non-binary Wisconsinites.  PACT […]

[CONNECT] Trans+ Pride Trivia

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for supportive social connection. Trans+ Pride Trivia! June is Pride month! Come test your trans and pride knowledge in this fun, interactive trivia game. Zoom link https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/96850888498 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 968 5088 8498   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 with multiple disabilities, a passionate worker, proud parent, strong and tender partner, empathic bodyworker, arts-lover, and tree-hugger. All groups are trans and queer led. . About CONNECT Play with Pals events: CONNECT groups will meet three times each week with a different focus for each session. Friday’s from 4:00 – 5:30pm is a time to bring your playful self and […]

[CONNECT] Fermented Soda!

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for a fun structured time of learning and exploration. Fermented Soda! Description: Interested in finding a new quarantine hobby? Join us for a relaxed info session and hangout where FORGE’s Caleb Weinhardt will demo making fermented soda from ginger bug (the starter) to finished drinks! Fermented soda is a simple homemade drink made with ginger and sugar that can be flavored with all kinds of fruits and plants. Some favorite flavors include blueberry, Oregon grape, sumac, elderberry, and fennel! Presenter: 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! . About CONNECT Structured events: […]

[CONNECT] Coloring and chatting

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for supportive social connection. Coloring and chatting Description As Pride month nears its end, but the work of social justice and progress continues, we’ll use this time to literally color and chat!  Find your favorite coloring book or sketch pad, or download a coloring page from the web.  As we color, we talk about whatever moves us – and share the results of our beautiful coloring at the end of the session.   Zoom link https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/91171121457 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 911 7112 1457   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 with multiple disabilities, a passionate worker, proud parent, strong and tender partner, empathic bodyworker, arts-lover, and tree-hugger.   […]

[CONNECT] Game day

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for supportive social connection. Game day Come chill and join in some fun online games with old and new friends.   Zoom link https://forge-forward.zoom.us/j/91233659529 Use computer audio or dial in: +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 912 3365 9529   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 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 Play with Pals events: CONNECT groups will meet three times each week with a different focus for each session. Friday’s from 4:00 – 5:30pm is […]

[CONNECT] What Does the U.S. Supreme Court Decision Really Mean for Trans Folks?

Join FORGE and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, Inclusion Health Clinic for supportive social connection. The U.S. Supreme Court recently declared that discrimination at work because of gender identity or sexual orientation is discrimination “because of . . . sex.” How courts interpret those words – “because of sex” – directly impacts the everyday lives of trans and non-binary individuals. Come learn about the Supreme Court cases that gay and trans plaintiffs won, what their victory means for trans and non-binary employees, and how this development can spur positive change in schools, health care, and more. Presenter: Shelley Gregory Shelley is a trans human, activist, and advocate, and the Strategic Project Coordinator for FORGE. Shelley has worked actively in the LGBTQI+ community for over 25 years and began to focus their work on advocacy for transgender and non-binary folx nearly two decades ago. Their background is as a civil rights lawyer. Shelley continually […]