by FORGE Intern | Oct 26, 2016
This publication compiles the experiences and advice of 20 gender-integrated shelters. Topics addressed include: Was integrating worth it? How agencies decided to integrate. Pushback; Preparing for change; structures, privacy, and safety; and preventing and addressing...
by FORGE Intern | Oct 3, 2016
This tipsheet examines what needs to happen around shelter bathrooms when trans and non-binary survivors are in the house. Areas covered include: why bathrooms are important and why they should be treated as a non-issue; signage; training; policies; revictimization;...
by FORGE Intern | Sep 30, 2016
Many approaches to bias and conflict are based in power and control. This paper recommends we work to create environments in which everyone is respected and feels secure enough to bring in all parts of themselves.
by FORGE Intern | May 29, 2016
Comprehensive guide for partners and friends of trans and non-binary sexual violence survivors. Covers trauma, sexual assault of trans people, self-care advice, and information about trauma treatments.
by FORGE Intern | May 29, 2016
A Guide for Facilitators of Transgender Community Groups: Supporting Sexual Violence Survivors is designed to help group facilitators recognize and appropriately address the types of behaviors and concerns trans and non-binary survivors may bring to support groups....
by FORGE Intern | Apr 1, 2016
Some of the ways anti-trans violence is talked about is actually damaging. This publication lists 8 ways we can do better: Address multiple forms of violence; Acknowledge that violence affects all parts of the trans community; Consider trans suicidality when...
by Caleb Weinhardt | Jan 1, 2016
Recent national data indicates that 6.6 million people are stalked in a one year period in the United States; yet stalking is a crime that is often misunderstood, minimized or missed entirely. Guest presenter Rebecca Dreke of the Stalking Resource Center will provide...
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 | 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.
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