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SUMMARY:Body-based Trauma Work: Strength and Mobility
DESCRIPTION:Many trauma survivors have complex relationships with their bodies. Trans survivors often have additional layers of feelings\, sensations\, and beliefs about their bodies. This webinar will explore trauma-informed approaches to movement\, strength\, and mobility. We will explore trauma-informed modalities\, weight-neutral frameworks\, and disability-positive concepts related to how people can (re)connect with their bodies\, regulate their nervous systems\, and regain a greater sense of agency and control. \nObjectives: \n1. Describe two characteristics of trauma-informed yoga.\n2. Explain how toxic fitness culture is harmful to all of us\, specifically trans survivors.\n3. List three benefits of healing\, embodiment\, and agency when individuals can connect with their body through movement. \nRegister on Zoom: https://forge-forward.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Iz-sIF0KR5maC9iOGG7ujw
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/body-based-trauma-work-strength-and-mobility/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T173000
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SUMMARY:Get Empowered: Boundaries and Self-Defense for Trans and Nonbinary Communities
DESCRIPTION:Want to feel safer and more confident? Learn self-defense and empowerment skills in a queer environment! \nWe’ll address the range of situations trans and queer people face\, from the annoying (intrusive family members or irritating coworkers) to the dangerous\, including abusive relationships and hate crimes. Though you may never need the physical techniques\, you’ll use the confidence\, skills\, and attitude every day. You’ll leave this class with techniques you can use right away. \nAnyone can do this! People of all sizes and abilities are welcome. You don’t have to be an athlete or martial artist to help yourself be safer. \nClosed captions and ASL will be provided upon request. Please let us know what other access needs you may have to participate! \nWho: Trans and nonbinary people\, and allies who want to be in a trans-focused and -affirming space. \nWhen/where: There will be four workshop sessions on on Thursdays: June 4th\, 11th\, 18th\, and 25th\, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm CST\, online. Registration is limited\, so please register only if you’re confident you can attend all four meetings. \nHow: Register at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/get-empowered-june. Registration is limited\, so please register only if you’re confident you can attend all three meetings. If something comes up and you’re no longer able to attend\, please contact caleb@forge-forward.org.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/get-empowered-boundaries-and-self-defense-for-trans-and-nonbinary-communities-june-2026/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T143000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T205109Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding and responding to self-injury in trans communities
DESCRIPTION:Self-injury is a common behavior within trans communities\, as well as with folks who have experienced sexual or other forms of harm. Many providers and community members have misunderstandings about what non-suicidal self-injury is and how to respond when someone engages in these behaviors.  This webinar will help dispel common myths\, validate supportive responses\, and examine the complexity of shame and stigma that often accompany self-injury.  This webinar is aimed at providers and helpers (but all are welcome) and presented through a harm-reduction lens.   \nObjectives:  \n\nList three different types of self-injury. \nExplain the differences between non-suicidal self-injury and suicidal behaviors. \nDescribe two ways providers can be affirming and help reduce harm risks. \n\nRegister on Zoom: https://forge-forward.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qNNXO_7wRuaT3UMC5TOvug
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/understanding-and-responding-to-self-injury-in-trans-communities/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T143000
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CREATED:20260505T213010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T214515Z
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SUMMARY:Anti-Trans+ Sexual Violence Propaganda: Outlining SORVO’s Harm
DESCRIPTION:Ver en español \nThe Sexual Violence Prevention Association (SVPA) and FORGE Forward welcome you to a engaging webinar on May 20th at 2:00pm ET. \nTogether\, SVPA and FORGE have established a body of research on the US government’s justification of oppression against trans+ people based on propaganda and sensationalization of sexual violence. This webinar will explore the SORVO Framework- Systemic Oppression Reverse Victim and Offender– through a detailed presentation and interactive discussion.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/anti-trans-sexual-violence-propaganda-outlining-sorvos-harm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T190524Z
UID:5561-1779199200-1779204600@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Housing for Trans Survivors: Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Safe\, supportive housing is a major need for many survivors of violence. Trans survivors face unique barriers to accessing housing while also experiencing heightened rates of violence and discrimination. Join us to learn about creating trans-affirming housing programs with experts from the field. \nRegister on Zoom: https://forge-forward.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P_TNoJnyTpiKsTa60x63pg
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/housing-for-trans-survivors-panel-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T183000
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CREATED:20260415T192534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T174002Z
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SUMMARY:Connecting to Care: Addressing barriers for trans survivors
DESCRIPTION:Ver en español \nConnection and community are important parts of healing from trauma. Trans survivors of violence face many barriers to finding and maintaining access to care and community – including state and federal policies\, anti-trans hate\, and our own trauma responses. In this webinar\, FORGE will discuss ways that survivors can find support and navigate some of the barriers facing them in an ever-changing landscape.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/connecting-to-care-addressing-barriers-for-trans-survivors/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T143000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20260219T224230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T172504Z
UID:5503-1773838800-1773844200@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:In and Out of Balance: Continuing advocacy through turbulence
DESCRIPTION:Ver en español \nAdvocates working with trans/nonbinary survivors have faced considerable turmoil in recent times\, including changes to federal funding and policy\, attacks on immigrant communities\, increased surveillance and criminalization of marginalized people\, and an uncertain future for our work and organizations. In this workshop\, participants will work together to identify ways to find their center\, come back to balance\, and act on their values.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/in-and-out-of-balance-continuing-advocacy-through-turbulence/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T143000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20251117T203856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T230529Z
UID:5466-1765890000-1765895400@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Safe to Be\, Safe to Pee Toolkit Launch
DESCRIPTION:Ver en español \nSafe to Be\, Safe to Pee is a new tooklit from FORGE designed to help organizations and businesses prevent sexual violence in shared private spaces\, such as bathrooms\, locker rooms\, and changing areas. Trans/nonbinary people experience high rates of harassment and assault in these places\, yet are accused of being the cause of violence. This toolkit offers ideas for physical and cultural changes to prevent sexual violence and create safer\, more inclusive areas for everyone. Join us to learn about the toolkit and get a sneak peak at its content!
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/safe-to-be-safe-to-pee-toolkit-launch/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20251105T020056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T021035Z
UID:5462-1764696600-1764702000@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Healing Trans-missions: messages from the past\, present\, and future
DESCRIPTION:Join artists\, activists\, and healers for an evening of imagination and connection. Using time travel\, we’ll explore how trans folks\, ourselves included\, have navigated this world – and found healing and connection. We’ll zoom to the future to imagine liberatory possibilities for ourselves and our communities. We’ll also connect with our current selves – because trans folks deserve to thrive now and always.   \nThe first half of the event will bring together artists to share their work. The second half will be an activity-based space for exploration\, play\, and healing. We will share a virtual activity book for those who prefer to time travel on their own.  \nRegister on Zoom: https://forge-forward.zoom.us/meeting/register/ktsix0NvTrOIJflxm-5-8w \nArtists: \nM.E. O’Brien \nM.E. O’Brien writes about gender freedom and capitalism. She has two books\, a co-authored work of speculative fiction\,Everything for Everyone: An Oral History of the New York Commune\, 2052–2072 (Common Notions\, 2022) andFamily Abolition: Capitalism and the Communizing of Care (Pluto\, 2023). Previously she coordinated the NYC Trans Oral History Project. She has a PhD from NYU\, where she sometimes teaches on queer Marxism and sexuality and capitalism. She currently works as a psychoanalyst in formation\, and a licensed clinical social worker.  \nAmir\nAs a first-generation Chaldean Iraqi who grew up in Ontario\, Canada\, Amir investigates themes related to multigenerational resilience and the disconnect between body and home in relation to nomadism. This has resulted in the manifestation of Prince Zorah\, a fantastical alter-ego prominently featured in Amir’s work. His journey involves realistic and mythological imagery to analogize real feelings within marginalization and deep-rooted care. The introspection and admiration of texts and media such as Take care of Yourself by Sundus Abdul Hadi and The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry has influenced Amir’s love of creating folktales based on resistance.  \nMatthew Armstead \n 
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/healing-trans-missions-messages-from-the-past-present-and-future/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20250922T214510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T195211Z
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SUMMARY:Community Love Letters
DESCRIPTION:This event has ended\, but you can still write letters to community members\, or recieve them! Reach out to us at Ask@forge-forward.org to find out how to have your letter shared with a community member in need. Alternatively\, fill out the form here to receive a love letter yourself!  \n\nJoin us for an afternoon of letter writing for community members! Bring any paper/stationary supplies you have and share messages of affirmation with other trans and nonbinary folks. \nIf you would like to sign up to receive love letters\, fill out the form here!
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/community-love-letters/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T183000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20250929T195133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T212011Z
UID:5447-1760461200-1760466600@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Intimate Partner Violence\, Authoritarianism\, and Trans Lives
DESCRIPTION:This panel discussion examines the intersections of intimate partner violence and authoritarianism. We will explore how trans survivors are impacted by rising and existing fascism and ways that communities and anti-violence organizations can take action to support safety and democracy.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/intimate-partner-violence-authoritarianism-and-trans-lives/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T183000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20250703T230917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T004658Z
UID:5384-1754586000-1754591400@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Survivors' Panel: Transgender\, Autistic\, and Healing
DESCRIPTION:Join FORGE and three guest panelists to discuss the intersectional experiences of trans/nonbinary\, Autistic survivors. This panel will examine neurodivergent-affirming practices for survivors and service providers\, the unique experiences of trans and Autistic people\, and tools for healing. Panelists bring a range of experiences – as artists\, sexuality educators\, activists\, and community members.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/survivors-panel-transgender-autistic-and-healing/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20250528T172847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T172848Z
UID:5336-1750251600-1750258800@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Patience\, Presence\, and Practice: Scenarios and skills for serving trans survivors
DESCRIPTION:Advocates\, mental health providers\, and victim service providers all use patience\, presence\, and practice when working with survivors. In this scenario-based webinar\, trainers will explore common experiences that trans/nonbinary survivors have and how advocates can respond in trauma-informed\, culturally responsive\, and empowerment-based ways. Participants will examine the impact of trauma\, culture\, and institutional responses on survivors.   \nJune 18th – 2-4pm ET  \nRegister on Zoom: https://forge-forward.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_d4uJQaHRRLiiMazwe5Lz4A
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/patience-presence-and-practice-scenarios-and-skills-for-serving-trans-survivors/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T163000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20250408T212226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T212226Z
UID:5278-1748358000-1748363400@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Exploring your relationship with money & financial safety planning
DESCRIPTION:Trans/nonbinary people experience high rates of violence\, including financial abuse\, and often have unique needs when it comes to financial well-being. \nOur relationship with money affects how we engage with ourselves\, our communities\, and our work. This workshop will support you in exploring your relationship with money\, how it shows up in your life and work\, and how you can begin to incorporate financial safety planning in your life. We will be sharing about the basics of economic abuse\, walking through a money exploration exercise\, and create a financial safety plan that works for you and your needs. \nRegister on zoom: https://forge-forward.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EVkEQeEdQu6WCQaA28patQ#/registration  \nPresenter Bio: Sharon (she/her) is driven by the belief that every survivor deserves autonomy and agency\, and that each survivor is capable of achieving it. Her approach to money and survivorship is grounded in the understanding that financial trauma\, and where a survivor is in their financial journey\, do not define their worth\, abilities\, or future. By removing the shame and stigma around money\, Sharon creates spaces where survivors can explore healing\, build wealth\, and design a financial future that supports their goals. At FreeFrom\, she leads survivor programming\, building community and capacity with survivors of GBV. She is based in Los Angeles\, CA (stolen Tongva land)\, holds her MA and BA in political science\, and is an accredited financial counselor.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/exploring-your-relationship-with-money-financial-safety-planning/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20250211T005625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T212746Z
UID:5218-1744916400-1744920000@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:What’s that feeling? Emotional Care Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Recognizing and regulating our emotions can be an important part of survival for trans/nonbinary folks\, especially in turbulent times. Join FORGE in this three-week interactive series to explore how we take care of ourselves and our feelings.  \nWeek 1: Noticing and Naming\nApril 3rd\, 2025\nWatch the recording \nWeek 2: Slowing Down and Settling Emotions\nApril 10th\, 2025\nWatch the recording \nWeek 3: Increasing Energy and Moving Emotions\nApril 17th\, 2025\nWatch the recording \nSpanish and ASL interpretation will be provided.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/whats-that-feeling-emotional-care-workshop-series-2025-04-17/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T173000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20250211T002309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T193036Z
UID:5213-1744819200-1744824600@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Trans Survivors Book Discussion: Falling Back in Love with Being Human by Kai Cheng Thom
DESCRIPTION:FORGE invites you to join us for a book discussion on Falling Back in Love with Being Human by Kai Cheng Thom. This book is a collection of love letters to lost souls. Kai Cheng Thom explores rage\, grief\, faith\, and conflict throughout the collection.  \nDuring this meeting\, we’ll have time to share responses and thoughts on the book\, create our own letters\, and reflect together.  Participants will have the chance to join on audio\, video\, and chat\, and are welcome to participate through listening and silent reflection.   \nFORGE will send attendees a copy of the book to everyone who registers 2 weeks in advance (before Wednesday\, April 2nd\, 2025). We would love for you to join us and share your experiences with the book. Sign up here! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9TYHZBM \nAs of April 3rd\, 2025\, we are no longer able to send books to participants. You may be able to request a copy of the book from your local library\, bring your own copy\, or just join and listen! \nASL interpretation will be provided.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/trans-survivors-book-discussion-falling-back-in-love-with-being-human-by-kai-cheng-thom/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20250211T005625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T212745Z
UID:5217-1744311600-1744315200@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:What’s that feeling? Emotional Care Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Recognizing and regulating our emotions can be an important part of survival for trans/nonbinary folks\, especially in turbulent times. Join FORGE in this three-week interactive series to explore how we take care of ourselves and our feelings.  \nWeek 1: Noticing and Naming\nApril 3rd\, 2025\nWatch the recording \nWeek 2: Slowing Down and Settling Emotions\nApril 10th\, 2025\nWatch the recording \nWeek 3: Increasing Energy and Moving Emotions\nApril 17th\, 2025\nWatch the recording \nSpanish and ASL interpretation will be provided.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/whats-that-feeling-emotional-care-workshop-series-2025-04-10/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20250211T005625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T212745Z
UID:5215-1743706800-1743710400@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:What’s that feeling? Emotional Care Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Recognizing and regulating our emotions can be an important part of survival for trans/nonbinary folks\, especially in turbulent times. Join FORGE in this three-week interactive series to explore how we take care of ourselves and our feelings.  \nWeek 1: Noticing and Naming\nApril 3rd\, 2025\nWatch the recording \nWeek 2: Slowing Down and Settling Emotions\nApril 10th\, 2025\nWatch the recording \nWeek 3: Increasing Energy and Moving Emotions\nApril 17th\, 2025\nWatch the recording \nSpanish and ASL interpretation will be provided.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/whats-that-feeling-emotional-care-workshop-series/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T173000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20250210T214732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T000603Z
UID:5211-1743004800-1743010200@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Navigating COVID and Trauma: A Conversation on Boundaries\, Healing\, and Community Care
DESCRIPTION:Trans/nonbinary communities are disproportionately impacted by COVID and Long COVID. Many of us are navigating the effects of multiple forms of trauma\, disability\, and isolation\, while trying to care for ourselves and others. In this event\, FORGE staff will engage in conversation on the connections between COVID and trauma\, strategize ways to build community care and navigate trauma\, and share stories of moving through the world as COVID cautious trans/nonbinary people. We welcome you to come to listen or participate in interactive engagement that will help build a community at the intersection of trans lives\, trauma\, and disability.  \nRegister on Zoom: https://forge-forward.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mdCvXmddRVS4Lt7FVTthKg \nSpanish and ASL interpretation will be provided.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/navigating-covid-and-trauma-a-conversation-on-boundaries-healing-and-community-care/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20250217T213942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T000609Z
UID:5226-1740664800-1740668400@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Eating Disorders\, Trauma and Trans Bodies
DESCRIPTION:Eating Disorders\, Trauma and Trans Bodies is a webinar designed to support services providers – advocates\, therapists\, healthcare professionals\, sexual assault and intimate violence service providers\, and others –navigate how to better serve transgender clients/survivors with eating disorders. The webinar will cover the different forms of eating disorders currently identified within the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR). Ryan will then take attendees through special considerations when serving transgender individuals\, with a specific focus on how trauma disrupts the central nervous system\, can influence if or how survivors seek support\, and the role eating disorders might play in healing from trauma. He will close the webinar with his own reflections as a transgender man diagnosed with anorexia nervosa in 1999 before opening it up to attendees for questions.   \nRegister on Zoom: https://forge-forward.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GbjK6eckQ2eHP91pXH0kDA#/registration  \nSpanish and ASL interpretation will be provided. \nRyan Sallans\, MA is a speaker\, writer and consultant who specializes in gender and orientation development. Over the past 20 years\, he has served corporations\, healthcare institutions\, federal agencies\, universities\, and community. An internationally utilized gender subject matter expert\, Ryan interweaves personal narrative storytelling with scientific research and cultural studies.   \nFrom 2008 to 2020\, Ryan served as a consultant\, Lead Author and Subject Matter Expert for an extensive range of e-learning courses used around the nation to train healthcare professionals and staff seeking continuing education around serving gender and sexual minority patients.   \nHis academic publications include personal narratives and viewpoints for peer-reviewed journals including the Journal of Ethics (2023)\, Journal of Ethics (2020)\, Journal of Ethics (2016)\, Journal of Ethics in Mental Health (2015)\, and Contemporary Sexuality (2012).   \nRyan graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where he graduated Sigma Tau Delta Honors Society with a Bachelor of Arts in cultural anthropology and English\, a Master of Arts in English\, and a Master of Arts in educational psychology.   \nRyan has authored the books Second Son (Scout Publishing\, 2012)\, Transforming Manhood (Scout Publishing\, 2019) and Finding Me: Finding We (forthcoming).   \nhttps://www.ryansallans.com  \nhttps://www.genderasmyadverb.com  \nhttps://www.scoutpublishingllc.com 
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/eating-disorders-trauma-and-trans-bodies/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20241011T224848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T215633Z
UID:5145-1732557600-1732564800@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Grief\, Love\, and Liberation: Honoring the winding path
DESCRIPTION:Ver en Español \nJoin us for a 2-hour workshop that explores the unexpected twists and turns of grief\, love\, and liberation. We’ll visit the traditional landscape of losses\, both known and unknown\, then move beyond to uncover how grief weaves through our lives – from the anticipation of coming out to the bittersweet feeling of moving to a new home. \nLinks and resources from this workshop \nAs we navigate this path together\, we’ll challenge the notion that grief is always about ending. Through storytelling\, music\, and guided practices\, we’ll find how it can lead to change\, return us to love\, and reveal a path to liberation. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed\, sad\, or simply navigating life’s transitions\, this workshop offers new views of your experiences.  \nFacilitator Matthew Armstead brings a blend of respect\, calm\, and playfulness\, allowing space for both somber reflection and energizing discovery. You’ll learn practices that connect us across diverse experiences.  \nThis workshop is designed for live participation\, and you can also join the recorded session on YouTube later – because we understand that everyone moves at their own pace.  \nBy the end of our time together\, you’ll have new ways to honor your experiences\, skills to be with others on this path\, and a renewed sense of connection to your inner compass and fellow travelers in your community.  \nJoin us on the winding road to discover how our seemingly unrelated roads can bring us closer together.  \nRecorded November 25\, 2024.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/grief-love-and-liberation-honoring-the-winding-path/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T193000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20240828T210644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T155409Z
UID:4989-1729101600-1729107000@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Safety Planning and Risk Assessment: Building Trans Survivor Skills
DESCRIPTION: \nVer en español \nWe can help keep each other safer. In this workshop\, we’ll look at tools for assessing risk in different situations\, how to ask for support from others\, and what might be included in a safety plan. Safety planning can be a useful process for individuals (as well as relationships\, groups\, and communities) to think ahead about ways to increase safety and decrease risks. Safety planning can be widely applied and be as specific or general as people need. We’ll look at scenarios including relationship violence and safety outside of the home. \nLinks and resources in this training \nRecorded October 16\, 2024.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/safety-planning-and-risk-assessment-building-trans-survivor-skills/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T143000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20241003T183727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T165151Z
UID:5142-1728997200-1729002600@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Institutionalizing LGBTQIA+ Justice in Sexual and Intimate Partner Violence Prevention: Centering Trans Inclusion as a value and practice
DESCRIPTION:This event is hosted by PreventConnect: \nCreating safe and supportive environments for LGBTQIA+ communities is an integral part of sexual and intimate partner violence prevention and Health Equity. According to the Centers for Disease Control\, LGBTQIA+ youth experience higher rates of sexual and dating violence than their cisgender and heterosexual peers. Additionally\, homophobic bullying at a young age has been linked to sexual and intimate partner violence prevention at a later age. \nAs communities grapple with record-setting anti-trans and anti-queer sentiments\, policies\, and practices across the country\, the stakes have never been higher for advocates and preventionists to create protective environments for LGBTQIA+ people. \nJoin PreventConnect and dedicated LGBTQIA+ advocates and activists for a web conference dedicated to uplifting trans joy and inclusion as a value and a practice in ending sexual and intimate partner violence. \nIn this session\, guests from FORGE will discuss the connections between forms of violence\, what they are doing to intervene against state-sanctioned transphobia and homophobia\, and how advocates and preventionists can address internal and external structures to create safe environments for LGBTQIA+ communities. \nREGISTER: https://www.preventconnect.org/2024/09/institutionalizing-lgbtqia-justice-in-sexual-and-intimate-partner-violence-prevention-centering-trans-inclusion-as-a-value-and-practice/  \nOBJECTIVES: \n\nDefine the connection between anti-queer and transgender sentiments\, policies\, and practices and sexual and intimate partner violence.\nEngage in a discussion about the anti-violence movement’s role in advancing LGBTQIA+ justice as part of the work to end sexual and intimate partner violence.\nExplore opportunities and barriers for advocates and preventionists to institutionalize LGBTQIA+ justice as an internal value and programmatic practice.\n\nHOSTS/ FACILITATORS: Ashleigh-Klein Jimenez & Janaé Sargent \nSPEAKERS: Emil Rudicell\, FORGE
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/institutionalizing-lgbtqia-justice-in-sexual-and-intimate-partner-violence-prevention-centering-trans-inclusion-as-a-value-and-practice/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T193000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20240923T174433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T174644Z
UID:5070-1728581400-1728588600@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Get Empowered: Boundaries and Self-Defense for Trans and Nonbinary Communities
DESCRIPTION:Want to feel safer and more confident? Learn self-defense and empowerment skills in a queer environment! \nWe’ll address the range of situations trans and queer people face\, from the annoying (intrusive family members or irritating coworkers) to the dangerous\, including abusive relationships and hate crimes. Though you may never need the physical techniques\, you’ll use the confidence\, skills\, and attitude every day. You’ll leave this class with techniques you can use right away. \nAnyone can do this! People of all sizes and abilities are welcome. You don’t have to be an athlete or martial artist to help yourself be safer. \nClosed captions and ASL will be provided. Please let us know what other access needs you may have to participate! \nWho: Trans and nonbinary people\, and allies who want to be in a trans-focused and -affirming space. \nWhen/where: There will be four workshop sessions on October 10th\, October 17th\, October 24h\, and November 7th\, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm CST\, online. Registration is limited\, so please register only if you’re confident you can attend all four meetings. \nHow: Register at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/get-empowered-oct. Registration is limited\, so please register only if you’re confident you can attend all three meetings. If something comes up and you’re no longer able to attend\, please contact caleb@forge-forward.org.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/get-empowered-oct-2024/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20240828T183555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T184924Z
UID:4988-1727722800-1727728200@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Surviving Hate: A conversation on preliminary survey findings
DESCRIPTION:FORGE heard from over 1\,000 trans/nonbinary people about their experiences with hate violence and state-sanctioned hate\, as well as their strategies for safety and coping. In this conversational webinar FORGE staff will share initial findings from this survey\, engage in discussion with each other and with the audience on what those findings mean for our world and our work\, and gather input from participants on what comes next. \nOffered at 1pm and 7pm CT on Monday\, September 30th. \nRegistration links: \nSept 30 @ 1pm CT: https://forge-forward.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_H30lFjeKTnWMvebgge4gfw \nSept 30 @ 7pm CT: https://forge-forward.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qhEc_zUIRhWZEIHht_xZIA
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/surviving-hate-a-conversation-on-preliminary-survey-findings-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T143000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20240828T183442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T230054Z
UID:4985-1727701200-1727706600@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Surviving Hate: A conversation on preliminary survey findings
DESCRIPTION:FORGE heard from over 1\,000 trans/nonbinary people about their experiences with hate violence and state-sanctioned hate\, as well as their strategies for safety and coping. In this conversational webinar FORGE staff will share initial findings from this survey\, engage in discussion with each other and with the audience on what those findings mean for our world and our work\, and gather input from participants on what comes next. \nOffered at 1pm and 7pm CT on Monday\, September 30th.
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/surviving-hate-a-conversation-on-preliminary-survey-findings/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T143000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20240711T171913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T230316Z
UID:4846-1725973200-1725978600@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Hate Matters: The Impact Hate has on Domestic and Sexual Violence Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Ver en español \nDomestic and sexual violence advocates have a stake in responding to anti-transgender hate. Hate violence and state-sanctioned hate impact survivors\, services\, and staff. This training will discuss the connections between forms of violence and how agencies and advocates can respond. \nLinks and resources in this training \nDate: September 10th\, 2024\nTime: 1 – 2:30 PM CST\nThis webinar will also be offered on August 7th\, 2024. See the full list of hate violence webinars offered: https://forge-forward.org/hate-violence-webinar-series/
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/hate-matters-the-impact-hate-has-on-domestic-and-sexual-violence-advocacy-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240909T143000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20240711T172735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T172735Z
UID:4850-1725886800-1725892200@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Trauma-informed approaches to hate violence
DESCRIPTION:Hate violence is traumatic. It takes a toll on survivors\, responders\, and all communities impacted by hate. In this webinar\, we will look at how trauma-informed principles can be applied to work that we do around addressing hate violence. \nDate: September 9th\, 2024\nTime: 1 – 2:30 PM CST\nRegistration link: https://forge-forward.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QewoJ_ABSlq2pBSu5ZnKpw \nFORGE is offering CEUs for participation in this training. CEUs cost $20 per credit hour. The payment should be made to IVAT within 30 days of completion of the training. Instructions will be sent out to all participants requesting CEUs who complete the training. If you would like to register to receive CEU credits for this training\, please indicate this on the registration form. \nThis webinar will also be offered on August 8th\, 2024. See the full list of hate violence webinars offered: https://forge-forward.org/hate-violence-webinar-series/ \n– \nThe Institute on Violence\, Abuse and Trauma (IVAT) is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Institute on Violence\, Abuse\, and Trauma (IVAT) maintains responsibility for this continuing education program and its content. The California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) now accepts American Psychological Association (APA) continuing education credit for license renewal for LCSWs\, LMFTs\, LPCCs\, and LEPs. Please contact your state board representative if you are not sure if the program will qualify under your regulations. \nThis webinar was produced by FORGE under 15POVC-21-GK-00658-NONF\, subaward number 3984\, awarded by the Office for Victims of Crime\, Office of Justice Programs\, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions\, findings\, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this webinar are those of the contributors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. 
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/trauma-informed-approaches-to-hate-violence-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240822T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240822T143000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20240711T164625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T205151Z
UID:4836-1724331600-1724337000@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:State-sanctioned anti-trans hate violence: Understanding the role and impact legislative and policy actions
DESCRIPTION:Ver en español \nThe current socio-political climate has not only ramped up historic modes of harm against trans and nonbinary people but has also been attempting to legislate trans people out of existence. In the past several years\, policy and legislation have created nearly insurmountable barriers to accessing health and mental health care\, victim services\, basic support systems\, and involvement in public life. This webinar will explore the profound impact of state-sanctioned hate – expressed through legislation\, social media\, news\, political trends\, and more – on trans/nonbinary individuals and communities. Attendees will leave with practical ideas that victim service providers\, allied professionals\, advocates\, and others can do to help mitigate the damages and improve trans people’s lives. \nLinks and resources in this training \nDate: August 22nd\, 2024\nTime: 1 – 2:30 PM CST\nThis webinar will also be offered on August 1st\, 2024. See the full list of hate violence webinars offered: https://forge-forward.org/hate-violence-webinar-series/
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/state-sanctioned-anti-trans-hate-violence-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T143000
DTSTAMP:20260609T173308
CREATED:20240711T163008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T205435Z
UID:4829-1724158800-1724164200@forge-forward.org
SUMMARY:Anti-trans Cultures of Hate: Recognizing and responding to disinformation
DESCRIPTION:Ver en español \nThe “culture wars” can be an elusive concept. We might hear it talked about in the news or on social media\, but what does it mean\, and how does it relate to trans people? In this training\, content will explore the “who/what/when/where/why” of anti-trans culture wars\, as well as delve more deeply into understanding the tactics being used to perpetuate harm. A deeper discussion of the consequences and impacts will lead participants to gain a better understanding of media literacy and assessment strategies to determine if information is true or not. Attendees will leave with action steps on how to better support trans individuals\, as well as how they can help shape and respond to anti-trans hate in the broader society. \nLinks and resources in this training \nDate: August 20th\, 2024\nTime: 1 – 2:30 PM CST\nThis webinar will also be offered on July 31st\, 2024. See the full list of hate violence webinars offered: https://forge-forward.org/hate-violence-webinar-series/
URL:https://forge-forward.org/event/anti-trans-cultures-of-hate-recognizing-and-responding-to-disinformation-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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