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Loree Cook-Daniels will be the afternoon plenary speaker at the Transgender Spectrum Conference. Her speech, "Trans* Aging: Past, Present, and Future," will explore trans aging through a historical context, highlighting several engaging stories to illustrate the changes over time. For more information about the conference, to go: http://transgenderspectrum.com/schedule
Spend the afternoon with artist, author, and public speaker Dylan Scholinski. Between 1:00pm and 4:00pm, Dylan will provide space, guidance and presence during an open studio time, focusing on a collective art project. "Lead with Your Heart" will provide a loose structure in which attendees can look inward and express their creativity, ideas, and emotions. All supplies will be provided. Recently his award winning book (The Last Time I Wore a Dress: A Memoir - Penguin/Putnam) was listed in the Top 10 Must Reads in Out Magazines first transgender issue. His work not only portrays the anguish of his forced years of hospitalization for being an “inappropriate female,” but also his ultimate triumph. Dylan is the founder/witness for the Sent(a)Mental Project: A Memorial to Suicide. He spends much of his time working in his studio, public speaking, creating zines - such as Freedom of Depression, Please Forgive Me For Judging You, Sent(a)Mental - and […]
Federal, state and local laws and policies affecting trans* people are changing nearly daily. This workshop will review a dozen areas where we’ve seen improvements in the past four years. Presenter: michael munson For SHEBA, a program of Diverse and Resilient in Milwaukee, 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, […]
TOPIC: EMERGENCY CARE ACCESS Presented by MCW Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People in Medicine (LGBTPM) PFD: 2016-MCW-LGBTPM Symposium Featured Speakers: 1. Greta Gustava Martela: Co-founder and Executive Director of Trans Lifeline in Chicago. Ms. Martela has drawn on her own experience with suicidality to create a resource that is able to respond to the needs of the trans community. In it's first year of operation, Trans Lifeline has answered over 9000 calls from trans people in crisis. Prior to Trans Lifeline Ms. Martela worked as a software engineer. 2. Carys Massarella, MD: Attending emergency physician at St. Joseph's Healthcare in Hamilton, Ontario & lead physician for the Transgender Care Program at Quest Community Health Centre in St. Catharines, Ontario. --First transgender person to be a president of a large teaching hospital medical staff anywhere in the world and was named one of the 'World's 50 Transgender Icons' by the Huffington Post. ---Event […]
It takes brave people and open hearts to uncover and challenge the social systems prohibiting full inclusion. LGBTQ people (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer) and allies face discriminatory obstacles every day, in terms of healthcare, legal services, family and adoption advocacy, housing and employment, and more. They face threats of violence where they live, work, play, and pray. Many are courageously leading a civil rights movement to empower sexual and gender minorities in the U.S. Join us to explore the issues that currently challenge the LGBTQ community. Hear from area citizens with lived experiences. Hear social justice advocates address the legal and institutional obstacles to full inclusion. Meet representatives from local agencies and gather resources about how you can get involved in creating solutions. PANELISTS WILL INCLUDE, AMONG OTHERS: Attorney Erin Fay, Oakton Avenue Law Offices Gerry Coon, President/CEO, Diverse and Resilient michael munson, Executive Director, FORGE Representative JoCasta Zamarripa, Wisconsin Sate Assembly, District 8 […]
Bathroom bills. Title VII. #MeToo. Racial justice. Gun Violence. Title IX. What do these things have to do with transgender and non-binary people? Come find out to learn more. And… we know you want to learn (and do!) more, because you are a UU! After a quick review of trans basics, we’ll explore the changes in the local, state, and federal socio-political-cultural landscapes and how these change directly (and often adversely) impact trans/non-binary communities. There are also incredibly positive shifts happening, so stay to also learn about resilience in action. Everyone will leave with concrete steps about how to improve the lives of trans/non-binary people in these challenging and difficult times. This dynamic workshop-like experience will begin directly after the 10am worship service at the Bradford Community Church UU (5810 8th Ave, Kenosha, WI), with interim minister Denise Cawley, Rev. Erik Carlson, and many Bradford friends who will share words, art, and healing prayers celebrating […]
Please join us in welcoming Ryan Sallans back to Milwaukee. Ryan is an outstanding speaker, author and advocate with a new book to share! Ryan will be reading from his brand new book, "Transforming Manhood: A trans man’s quest to build bridges and knock down walls." Come meet Ryan, listen, and leave with positive vibes (and a new book)! Learn more about Ryan at his website: https://www.ryansallans.com/ Location: Milwaukee LGBT Community Center, 1110 North Market Street, Second Floor, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
Join us for our first meeting of the fall season! We’re hanging up our hiking shoes and surfboards for now and returning to regular meetings during these chilly months. Please join FORGE staff for our meeting on Sunday, November 3, 2019, from 1:00 – 3:00pm at the Milwaukee LGBT Community Center, 1110 North Market St., Milwaukee, WI 53202. FORGE staff member, Shelley Gregory, will discuss recent news about the workplace rights of trans & non-binary employees. Shelley, a former employment discrimination attorney, will break down the three Supreme Court cases in easily understandable terms and will explain how laws currently protect trans and non-binary workers. Shelley will also talk about how the Supreme Court cases may (or may not) affect trans & non-binary workers, as well as the implications of the Equality Act (a landmark non-discrimination law pending in Congress) on trans people’s lives. The presentation will include time for questions. If you’ve been wondering […]
Workshop at the Cream City Foundation's LGBTQ+ Health Families, Healthy Communities Conference Trans/non-binary individuals may experience higher rates of health disparities and victimization than their non-trans peers. AND, trans/non-binary individuals may also demonstrate high rates of thriving and resilience! Join FORGE staff for a fast-paced exploration of trans health and wellness, with a positive spin. Participants will leave with a handful of resources, as well as a list of free and easy things any provider or agency can do to improve their service to trans/non-binary clients.