by FORGE Intern | Nov 20, 2012
by Syd Michael Robinson Dearest Friends, Today, all over the world, there are programs and vigils being held for Transgender Day of Remembrance. As, I’m saying this, the impact of what that means is settling into my mind. It’s truly amazing to think that so many...
by FORGE Intern | Nov 1, 2012
November 20th every year is Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR). This fact sheet includes TDOR’s history, statistics, and why and how some murders are “message crimes” aimed at the larger community.
by FORGE Intern | Oct 16, 2012
Each year, communities across the world gather on November 20th to honor and remember transgender individuals and SOFFAs (Significant Others, Friends, Family, and Allies) who have been killed by anti-transgender violence. This webinar explores the history and...
by FORGE Intern | Oct 1, 2012
Statistics on violence against trans and non-binary individuals are unreliable and may not even be important. This FAQ explains why.
by FORGE Intern | Sep 1, 2012
The disability field calls it “universal design,” meaning that if you design for those with the most different needs, you’ll better serve everyone. This FAQ explains how universal design works when we’re talking about transgender and non-binary...
by FORGE Intern | Aug 16, 2012
Many services are sex-segregated, which creates barriers for transgender clients (and providers) who are seeking the care and services they deserve. This webinar examines how to creatively advocate for and with your clients.
by FORGE Intern | Aug 1, 2012
The practice of telling a client why you need sensitive information prior to asking for it is extremely helpful in many situations, especially for trans and non-binary people, who are all too often asked inappropriate or insensitive questions. This FAQ explores...
by FORGE Intern | Jul 1, 2012
This FAQ describes multiple cases in which trans and non-binary people got served poorly because a service provider defaulted to “master status” and assumed everything the trans person was dealing with was related to their gender identity.
by FORGE Intern | Jun 14, 2012
This trans 101 webinar introduces victim service providers to the concepts and history that will enable them to better serve transgender survivors of sexual assault and other forms of violence. Webinar primarily focuses on basic transgender concepts, but also includes...
by FORGE Intern | Jun 1, 2012
The “Terms Paradox” refers to the fact that terms can be crucial — they are how people feel heard and respected — and, at the same time, meaningless (because speaker and listener may not define a term the same way). This FAQ also addresses the...
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