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Parents of trans kids support group

MKE Parents of Trans Kids is a group of parents and caregivers supporting each other on our individual journeys of love, acceptance, and advocacy for our school-aged gender non-binary, transgender and non-conforming children. We meet monthly on the 3rd Sunday from 2:00pm to 3:30pm.   Supportive, gently facilitated meetings offer parents and adult family members the opportunity to share their successes, concerns, and stories of challenges and resilience.   This space also provides a forum to learn from others, ask questions, seek feedback, or just listen. Childcare can be provided upon request. Please contact us 10 days prior to the meeting so we can arrange for a sitter. For additional information, email us at  parents@forge-forward.org.

Monthly Meeting: Self defense and confidence (with Joey Clark)

Many of us don't always feel safe on the street. Long-time FORGE member 2015 Fellow, Joey Clark, will teach moves and tactics that can help people get out of holds if they are grabbed, use their own body as a defensive weapon, and learn where an attacker is most vulnerable. Go home feeling stronger and more prepared!   https://twitter.com/FORGEforward/status/602177145033650176

Supporting Trans Survivors in Accessing Culturally Responsive SA Services – Madison, WI

Description:   This interactive and fast-paced training will encourage participants to expand their transgender vocabulary and conceptual framework(s), specifically in how they apply to trans* and gender non-conforming sexual assault survivors. Attendees will increase their ability to fluidly and respectfully interact with and serve trans* survivors and loved ones. Topics will include prevalence rates, barriers to accessing services, and unique issues facing trans* survivors and service providers. Participants will leave with practical steps that will assist them in modifying existing policies and procedures, identifying and lowering barriers to service, and improving effective services to trans* survivors and loved ones. Objectives: Expand transgender vocabulary and conceptual framework Deepen understanding of prevalence rates and barriers to accessing care for transgender survivors List at least three ways of improving service delivery to transgender survivors   Paths to Healing conference a Conference on Child Sexual Abuse Survival with a focus on addressing male survivors June 11, 2015 Goodman Community Center, […]

Parents of trans kids support group

MKE Parents of Trans Kids is a group of parents and caregivers supporting each other on our individual journeys of love, acceptance, and advocacy for our school-aged gender non-binary, transgender and non-conforming children. We meet monthly on the 3rd Sunday from 2:00pm to 3:30pm.   Supportive, gently facilitated meetings offer parents and adult family members the opportunity to share their successes, concerns, and stories of challenges and resilience.   This space also provides a forum to learn from others, ask questions, seek feedback, or just listen. Childcare can be provided upon request. Please contact us 10 days prior to the meeting so we can arrange for a sitter. For additional information, email us at  parents@forge-forward.org.

Bending Toward Justice: Continuing the March Toward LGBT Equality

The U.S. Department of Justice, United States Attorney's Office in partnership with the Milwaukee LGBT Community Center and FORGE are proud to announce "Bending Toward Justice: Continuing the March Toward LGBT Equality" on June 23, 2015. The event will include speakers James L. Santelle (US Attorney), Loree Cook-Daniels (FORGE), and a panel of trans community members. Prior to the formal event will be an exhibit of photographs of trans, gender non-binary and loved ones, highlighting their resilience and healing. Event co-sponsors include: Diverse and Resilient Cream City Foundation Lesbian Alliance Gemini Gender Group MCC PFLAG-Milwaukee Women's Voices Milwaukee Milwaukee PrideFest Fair Wisconsin Download the flyer:  2015-06-23-MKE-DOJ-trans-flyer   https://twitter.com/FORGEforward/status/613123727375618048

Monthly Meeting: Open Topic Discussion

Join Natalie Miller, who will host and gently facilitate this month's open topic discussion. What's been on your mind? Have some of the recent national or regional current events brought up feelings or thoughts for you?  Have things been going on in your personal life that you'd like to talk about or ask for feedback from others about?  Come to share and listen.

Parents of trans kids support group

MKE Parents of Trans Kids is a group of parents and caregivers supporting each other on our individual journeys of love, acceptance, and advocacy for our school-aged gender non-binary, transgender and non-conforming children. We meet monthly on the 3rd Sunday from 2:00pm to 3:30pm. Supportive, gently facilitated meetings offer parents and adult family members the opportunity to share their successes, concerns, and stories of challenges and resilience. This space also provides a forum to learn from others, ask questions, seek feedback, or just listen. Childcare can be provided upon request. Please contact us 10 days prior to the meeting so we can arrange for a sitter. For additional information, email us at parents@forge-forward.org.

Monthly Milwaukee Meeting: Addiction and coping strategies

Many people in the trans community are in recovery -- from alcohol, drugs, food, sex, cutting, or other forms of addiction or repetitive behaviors. Oftentimes, we use chemicals or specific adaptive strategies to cope with life's challenges, past trauma, or the micro- or macro-aggressions in day to day life. July's meeting will include a panel of individuals who will discuss addiction, coping strategies, and recovery. Topics will include what has been helpful in dealing with stressful situations, negative emotions, and cravings. Different approaches to recovery and healing will also be discussed, in addition to a 12-step model. Panelists: Ben Nicole Toni Kris Sid Moderator: michael   Let us know you are attending by signing up on the Facebook Event Page!   https://www.facebook.com/events/424946641041291/ -------------------------------------------------------- WORKING AGREEMENTS Creating a space where people can feel free to participate is important. These are some working agreements and principles that FORGE meetings operate under. We will review and add to this […]

Finding Masculinity – Book event with editors

Please join us on Sunday, August 16, 2015 @ noon for an engaging discussion, book reading, and questions with Finding Masculinity: Female to Male Transition in Adulthood editors Alexander Walker and Emmett J.P. Lundberg. Get a FREE copy of the book! (Just send an email to tgwarrior@forge-forward.org to request your copy and agree to be at Sunday’s event.) RSVP on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1458835694423845/ Finding Masculinity is an anthology examines the many facets of life that transition impacts; transitioning on the job, emotional and spiritual growth, family, navigating the medical community, as well as romantic relationships. The stories within come from scientists, teachers, fathers, veterans, and artists who share how being visible as the masculine humans they identify as has developed, changed, and evolved their sense of masculinity. Alexander Walker Bio: Alexander Walker is a special education teacher, writer, and community activist. He holds a B.S. in Elementary Education and an M.Ed. in Special Education. Additionally, Alex […]

Parents of trans kids support group

MKE Parents of Trans Kids is a group of parents and caregivers supporting each other on our individual journeys of love, acceptance, and advocacy for our school-aged gender non-binary, transgender and non-conforming children. We meet monthly on the 3rd Sunday from 2:00pm to 3:30pm. Supportive, gently facilitated meetings offer parents and adult family members the opportunity to share their successes, concerns, and stories of challenges and resilience. This space also provides a forum to learn from others, ask questions, seek feedback, or just listen. Childcare can be provided upon request. Please contact us 10 days prior to the meeting so we can arrange for a sitter. For additional information, email us at parents@forge-forward.org.