by FORGE Intern | Nov 3, 2015
This set of talking points notes there have been no increase in assaults in places where trans people use the bathroom of their choice; that creating fear is a well-used tool of those opposing civil rights advancements; that it is trans people who are at most risk in...
by FORGE Intern | Sep 24, 2015
Transgender Sexual Violence Survivors: A Self-Help Guide to Healing and Understanding is a substantial document that includes information about the prevalence of sexual violence against transgender/gender non-conforming individuals; lists common long- and short-term...
by FORGE Intern | Sep 24, 2015
by FORGE Intern | Sep 23, 2015
Transgender and gender non-conforming individuals experience extremely high rates of violence, as well as live with higher-than-average rates of physical and mental health conditions. This webinar explores the barriers and experiences of transgender survivors with...
by FORGE Intern | Aug 28, 2015
Any agency that accepts funds from the Violence Against Women Act MUST serve trans, non-binary, and male people. This fact sheet explains the law, discusses “comparable services,” lists where you can get help, and explains how to file a complaint.
by FORGE Intern | Aug 4, 2015
Description of 10 2015-2018 events related to serving trans survivors of sexual and domestic violence. Hosted by the Nebraska Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence Register today! https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8637252443190465537 Date: August 19,...
by FORGE Intern | May 17, 2015
While many transgender people see individual therapists, choosing and working with a therapist can be more complex for the half of transgender people who are also sexual assault survivors. This 107-page guide addresses many of the specific questions trans survivors...
by FORGE Intern | Mar 5, 2015
Around half of the murders of trans women of color are actually intimate partner violence; this tip sheet talks about practical preventative tactics, including safety tips for victims, tips for service providers, and ways all of us can create safer environments and...
by FORGE Intern | Mar 1, 2015
Psychologist Abraham Maslow taught us that human needs can be arranged in a hierarchy in which the most basic (finding food, sleeping) must be met before we can address more advanced needs such as self-esteem and creativity. This FAQ addresses why transgender...
by FORGE Intern | Feb 1, 2015
All of us have multiple identities. When more than one of our identities is socially stigmatized, the problems we face multiply. That is “intersectionality.” This FAQ explains intersectionality and how it played out in the life of one young African-American trans...
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