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Training Opportunities in July 2020
List Provided Courtesy of State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority
Click here to download PDF Format, 16 pages

Calendar Event Sorting

At the top, the 24/7/365 SAMHSA Disaster Helpline and similar links.

Next, Bundled “All Day” Events

Some organizations (like 12 step recovery programs, AA, NA, AlAnon, etc.) have so many events happening throughout the day that they need to be in a bundled listing to spare endless scrolling.  Often there is a link to look up events by zip code and other criteria.

Lastly, Time-Specific Events

So you can see what’s happening in the next hours, time specific events are tagged and listed by start time from 12:01am early morning to 11:59pm late night.  There can be events and warmlines operating in different time zones, though we try to list all in Oregon’s Pacific Time Zone.

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25
Tue
2025
0 – Bundled Events – TL – Trans Lifeline: Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief @ phone
Mar 25 all-day

 

 

Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief

 

Like many folks, we continue to process the various presidential actions Trump took during his first day of office. The White House’s website lists 46 items, including executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations related to his intention to militarize the U.S.-Mexico border, to restore the pace and scale of fossil fuel extraction and energy production, to end birthright citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment, to pardon Jan. 6 insurrectionists, to create federal definitions of “women” and “girls” as females and “men” and “boys” as males, defining male and female as biological, binary, and immutable, and to terminate all DEI, accessibility, and environmental justice offices and positions across the federal government, just to name a few. Constitutionally, the President can’t create laws, but the position does have broad authority to direct how the federal agencies enforce the law.

While it remains to be seen what the approval, rollout, and implementation of any of these will look like, we want to reiterate that no matter what happens, we will find ways to show up for the community through mutual aid, peer support, and innovative care practices. Political flashpoints like this have amplified issues that impact us directly, stirring up a range of emotions that can be challenging and anxiety-inducing to hold and sit with. To support you during this time, we’ve curated a selection of resources to help you navigate the post-election period with resilience, self-compassion, and community support.

Resources in the Age of 47

Articles, guides, zines, webinars, and videos compiled by the Interaction Institute for Social Change. Access them here: https://bit.ly/3WNFZQG

A group of four young people with varying skin tones stand closely together, embracing each other. They have confident and affectionate expressions as they look directly at the camera.

Dear Trans Kids, You Don’t Need the Government’s Permission to Exist

In this op-ed, Raquel Willis offers advice to trans kids on resisting discriminatory times and calls on the strength and resolve of trans trailblazers throughout history. Read the article here: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/dear-trans-kids-raquel-willis

A colorful, abstract floral design background with the words “FOLX” and “We are here for you” in white text. The background is a mix of pinks, purples and blues.

Mental Health and Coping Tools by FOLX

FOLX put together a roundup of coping strategies, mental health services, and tips for managing election-related anxiety: folxhealth.com/library/mental-health-toolkit-resources-to-take-care-of-yourself

Erin Reed, a young light-skinned trans woman with long dark hair parted in the middle, stands facing the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a black blouse and is in a softly green-lit room. Behind her, a desk holds a plant, and butterfly artwork decorates the wall.

Steps For Transgender People Preparing For Federal Crackdowns Under Trump

Journalist and trans rights activist Erin Reed provides guidance for trans people on steps to take in preparation for anticipated restrictions and legal challenges under Trump’s re-election. Reed’s article covers actions like updating identification documents, obtaining passports with correct gender markers, securing medication supplies, and exploring relocation options to safer areas. Read the article here: erininthemorning.com/p/steps-for-transgender-people-preparing

A person holds a small bouquet of flowers in front of a concrete wall, wearing a grey sweater. Behind them is a collage of black-and-white photographs interspersed with pink and teal shapes, creating a contrast between soft florals and sharp lines. The person's face is obscured, inviting interpretation of their feelings. The composition combines a sense of hope and peace, represented by the flowers, with conflict and chaos symbolized by the background images. The scene feels both unsettling and thought-provoking.

How to survive the apocalypse (again)

This article by non-binary trans woman Kai Cheng Thom dives into ways to cope and build resilience through community, self-care, and connection. Whether you’re looking for tips on managing stress, tools for self-care, or stories that reflect our shared struggles, this piece offers insight and support for trans folks who know how hard it can be: xtramagazine.com/health/survive-mental-health-homophobia-transphobia-268850

Illustration of a person with purple hair holding a red star close to their chest, wearing a yellow sweater. The background is a deep blue, adding contrast to the warm colors of their clothing and the star.

Finding Support & Building Community After the 2024 Elections: A Guide for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth

To help support LGBTQIA2S+ young people process the outcome of the election, as well as find support and build community, The Trevor Project has a number of tips to consider and explore: thetrevorproject.org/blog/finding-support-building-community-after-the-2024-elections

A person of color with a nose ring is holding a necklace with a symbol on it. The text "How to survive the election. Jade Barber" is on a yellow background and the text "Drummond St Services Queerspace" is at the bottom of the image.

How To Survive the Election as a Trans Person

Written by Jade Barber for Queerspace

Written in Australia two years ago, this article offers timeless advice for trans people navigating the challenges of election cycles—advice that applies especially to the 2024 U.S. general election. It highlights how elections often amplify anti-trans rhetoric and policies, impacting trans communities’ mental health and safety. The article suggests strategies for protecting one’s well-being, like setting boundaries on political discussions, staying informed selectively, focusing on self-care, and connecting with supportive communities. By prioritizing personal resilience and choosing how and when to engage, trans people can protect themselves from the intense scrutiny and negativity that often accompany election periods.

TWLOHA’s Mental Health Toolkit

The resources in To Write Love on Her Arms’ Mental Health Toolkit offer valuable support for trans people facing the pressures of the 2024 U.S. general election. These resources emphasize coping strategies, self-care practices, and mental health tips that can help individuals manage stress, set boundaries, and seek community support during politically charged times. By providing guides on handling anxiety, grounding exercises, and connection to support networks, TWLOHA equips trans people with tools to navigate the heightened emotional impact that elections can bring.

Access the toolkit at twloha.com/mental-health-toolkit

The 2024 Elections and Beyond: Fortifying Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Our Ecosystems Toolkit

This toolkit from the Building Movement Project offers a series of frameworks and accompanying worksheets for individuals, organizations, and networks to:

  • Clarify values and identify roles that benefit the broader ecosystem
  • Gather the necessary analysis, partnerships, and tools from our movement “pantry”
  • Consider reasons why organizations may want to engage in rapid response efforts
  • Explore stances such as Defend, Disrupt, Demand, Document, Discuss, Design, and Deepen
  • Fortify our individual and organizational well-being for the months ahead
A poster with a purple and pink galaxy background. The text reads "Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice with Oscar & Prentis" The image features a headshot of Oscar on the left and a headshot of Prentis on the right. Prentis is standing and looking at the camera. Oscar is looking to the side. Both headshots are set into circles.

Recording of the Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice

On November 6, 2024, Prentis Hemphill, Alta Starr, and Óscar Trujillo of The Embodiment Institute (TEI) hosted this Post-Election Practice. Watch the recording here.

A graphic showing four ways to take action against injustice: Protect People: This includes harm reduction and protecting targeted people. Defend Civic Institutions: This means safeguarding democratic institutions, such as elections, the EPA, and more. Disrupt and Disobey: This includes strategizing acts of civil disobedience and protest to oppose policies. Build Alternatives: This involves creating parallel institutions, alternative party platforms, and new cultural ways of life. The graphic includes icons for each of the ways to take action.

10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won

The key to taking effective action in a Trump world is to avoid perpetuating the autocrat’s goals of fear, isolation, exhaustion and disorientation. Continue reading: wagingnonviolence.org/2024/11/10-things-to-do-if-trump-wins

The image shows a stencil applied on a surface, with the pink spray paint filling in the stencil, creating the words "Solidarity Not Charity". The stencil is partially obscuring the words. The background is a mix of different colored surfaces.

How To Start A Mutual Aid Program

Big Door Brigade is a website that provides resources for organizing community-based mutual aid efforts. It offers guidance, tools, and examples for building systems of solidarity and support outside traditional charity or government assistance, focusing on community resilience and self-reliance. Visit bigdoorbrigade.com

A photo of a group of young protestors raising their fists in front of a police force.

How To Start A Copwatch

This PDF provides everything you need to know to start a copwatch for your action or community. Copwatching is a form of direct action in which autonomous, loosely affiliated groups set out to observe and document police activity as a way of preventing police misconduct and brutality. Download from workersdefensealliance.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/HOWTOCOPWATCH.pdf

 

04 – Resources – MAC – Mapping Action Collective – Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
Mar 25 all-day
04 - Resources - MAC - Mapping Action Collective - Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults

 

RESOURCES

Trans Youth and Young Adults

“These rescources selectedf from the Mapping Action Collective

( https://www.oregonyouthresourcemap.com)

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541 Willamette St #310, Eugene, OR 97401

 

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1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

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Ages: 16-24
Housing & Shelter: Homeless Youth
941 W. 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402
New Roads Drop-In Center: (541) 686-4310
Station 7 Youth Crisis Line: (541) 689-3111

Description:

COVID Message: Hours may be impacted by COVID. Please call for updated hours.
Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 12-21
Languages: English, Spanish
Ages: 12-21
Housing & Shelter: Housing Services
1202 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Nativity Lutheran Church, 60850 Brosterhous Rd., Bend

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Prineville Presbyterian Church, 1771 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
5633 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97206

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 200, Springfield, OR 97477
Crystal Falk, Director of Youth and Family Services: (541) 686-5060

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COVID Message: Building temporarily closed due to COVID, please reach out via phone or email to get support.Languages: English
Ages: 16-25
Mental Health: Support Groups

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3620 SE Powell Blvd, #102 Portland OR 97202​

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COVID Message: Counseling and Assessments for Surgery letters are being conducted via teletherapy or phone. In-office visits are offered to existing clients on a case-by-case basis.
Cost: Brave Space primarily works with people with Oregon Health Plan insurance. If you have private insurance, please check out our resource guide for therapists who take your insurance.
Dillehunt Hall, Room 1007 3235 S.W. Pavilion Loop Portland, OR 97239

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

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Business: (541) 386-4808
24 Hour Hotline: (541) 386-6603

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Basic Needs: Public Transit

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Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: 1) You identify as transgender (FTM, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity within the trans umbrella.) 2) You cannot afford to purchase a binder, or you cannot safely obtain a binder.

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Are you able to pay for hair removal services out of pocket?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards hair removal services?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

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Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (MTF, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity assigned male at birth within the trans umbrella.) You cannot afford to purchase femme shapewear, or you cannot safely obtain femme shapewear. We accept all requests for support, and applications are open year-round. Once you complete your application, your request will be added to our waitlist. Shipping is discrete and 100% free, and we ship internationally to 90+ countries and counting.
Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford or access femme shapewear. We ask that you consider your access before applying.

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Eligibility: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You have financial need that prevents you from affording hormone replacement therapy. You are 18 years old or older (19+ in Nebraska) at the time you apply. You live in one of the states Plume serves. You are not currently on Medicare. If you live in CO or KY, you are not currently on Medicaid.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid?

Do you live in a state whose Medicaid plans cover HRT?

Are you employed and able to pay for HRT out of pocket?

Are there nearby clinics that offer HRT with informed consent?

Do you have reliable transportation options to access a provider?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

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Eligibility: We have very few requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You are 18 years of age or older at the time of your surgery, or have consent from your legal guardian(s) and healthcare provider(s). You have financial need that prevents you from affording gender-affirming surgery. You can demonstrate past attempts at affording care (i.e. saving money, fundraising, attempting to get insurance coverage). You complete your surgery in the United States with a US-based surgeon.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid? (Learn more)

Do you have access to healthcare providers who are trans competent, and are able to travel to them to receive care?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards surgery?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

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Eligibility: It is a benefit for eligible Health Share of Oregon members in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.
Languages: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Somali, Swahili
9955 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220

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Basic Needs: Transportation

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Basic Needs: Transportation
10055 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216
Energy Assistance: (503) 294-7444
Housing & Rent Assistance: (503) 721-1740

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650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209

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Day Services & Drop-in: Mail, Laundry, & Showers
610 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

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Call or Text: (541) 246-4046
24/7 Text (541) 246-4046

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Maximum age served: 18
605 W 4th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

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Springfield: (541) 726-3714

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1175 G St, Springfield, 97477

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1160 Grant St, Eugene, OR 97402

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3500 E 17th Ave, Eugene, 97403

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Text “START” to 678678

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323 E 12th Ave, Eugene, 97401

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1300 Irvington Dr, Eugene, 97404

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Community Resources: Veteran Services
0 – Helpline – TL – Trans Lifeline Saving Lives – (877) 565-8860 – Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone
Mar 25 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Helpline - TL - Trans Lifeline Saving Lives - (877) 565-8860 - Mondays - Fridays - 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone

 

HOTLINE

USA (877) 565-8860

CANADA (877) 330-8336

 

Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST

Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in a crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans.Oprime 2 para hablar con alguien en español.

When you contact us, you’ll be connected to a trans/nonbinary peer operator
Full anonymity and confidentiality
No nonconsensual active rescue (calling 911, emergency services, or law enforcement)

Trans Lifeline’s hotline operating hours are Monday through Friday:

10 AM – 6 PM Pacific
11 AM – 7 PM Mountain
12 PM – 8 PM Central
1 PM – 9 PM Eastern

When volumes are high, it may take longer to get connected—please try calling or texting again.

0 – Línea de ayuda – TL – Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas – (877) 565-8860 – Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone
Mar 25 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Línea de ayuda - TL - Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas - (877) 565-8860 - Lunes - Viernes - 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone

 

 

 

LÍNEA DIRECTA

Estados Unidos (877) 565-8860

CANADÁ (877) 330-8336

Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST

Línea directa in español

La línea directa de Trans Lifeline es un servicio telefónico de apoyo dirigido por personas transgénero para las personas transgénero y/o que están cuestionando su género. Creemos que el mejor apoyo que las personas Trans pueden recibir es el de los miembros de la comunidad Trans con experiencias de vida compartidas.

Llámanos si necesitas a alguien Trans con quien hablar, incluso si no estás en crisis o no sabes con certeza si eres transgénero.

Marca al (877) 565-8860 en los Estados Unidos o al (877) 330-6366 en Canadá y oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español.

 

TACT – Trans Advocacy & Care Team – Transfeminine Support Group – 2nd and 4th Tuesdays @ Online Via ZOOM
Mar 25 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
TACT - Trans Advocacy & Care Team - Transfeminine Support Group - 2nd and 4th Tuesdays @ Online Via ZOOM

Transfeminine Support Group

2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00PM

Our peer support groups are spaces for connection and healing through community.

​Join our mailing list to know when new groups are launching!

Groups meet virtually via zoom on a bi-weekly basis and are led by peer facilitator volunteers.

Join A Support Group

​Our peer support groups are facilitated by Peer Facilitators who have lived expertise and identify within the umbrella identity of the group they are facilitating. Our Peer Facilitators are not licensed therapists or social workers—they are trans folks holding space for healing and connection with other trans folks.

We strive to make our peer support groups as welcoming and accessible as possible. If you have any accessibility or accommodation requests that would help you access or feel more supported in our groups, please indicate these when you fill out our Group Consent Form.

 

 

Mar
26
Wed
2025
0 – Bundled Events – TL – Trans Lifeline: Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief @ phone
Mar 26 all-day

 

 

Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief

 

Like many folks, we continue to process the various presidential actions Trump took during his first day of office. The White House’s website lists 46 items, including executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations related to his intention to militarize the U.S.-Mexico border, to restore the pace and scale of fossil fuel extraction and energy production, to end birthright citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment, to pardon Jan. 6 insurrectionists, to create federal definitions of “women” and “girls” as females and “men” and “boys” as males, defining male and female as biological, binary, and immutable, and to terminate all DEI, accessibility, and environmental justice offices and positions across the federal government, just to name a few. Constitutionally, the President can’t create laws, but the position does have broad authority to direct how the federal agencies enforce the law.

While it remains to be seen what the approval, rollout, and implementation of any of these will look like, we want to reiterate that no matter what happens, we will find ways to show up for the community through mutual aid, peer support, and innovative care practices. Political flashpoints like this have amplified issues that impact us directly, stirring up a range of emotions that can be challenging and anxiety-inducing to hold and sit with. To support you during this time, we’ve curated a selection of resources to help you navigate the post-election period with resilience, self-compassion, and community support.

Resources in the Age of 47

Articles, guides, zines, webinars, and videos compiled by the Interaction Institute for Social Change. Access them here: https://bit.ly/3WNFZQG

A group of four young people with varying skin tones stand closely together, embracing each other. They have confident and affectionate expressions as they look directly at the camera.

Dear Trans Kids, You Don’t Need the Government’s Permission to Exist

In this op-ed, Raquel Willis offers advice to trans kids on resisting discriminatory times and calls on the strength and resolve of trans trailblazers throughout history. Read the article here: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/dear-trans-kids-raquel-willis

A colorful, abstract floral design background with the words “FOLX” and “We are here for you” in white text. The background is a mix of pinks, purples and blues.

Mental Health and Coping Tools by FOLX

FOLX put together a roundup of coping strategies, mental health services, and tips for managing election-related anxiety: folxhealth.com/library/mental-health-toolkit-resources-to-take-care-of-yourself

Erin Reed, a young light-skinned trans woman with long dark hair parted in the middle, stands facing the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a black blouse and is in a softly green-lit room. Behind her, a desk holds a plant, and butterfly artwork decorates the wall.

Steps For Transgender People Preparing For Federal Crackdowns Under Trump

Journalist and trans rights activist Erin Reed provides guidance for trans people on steps to take in preparation for anticipated restrictions and legal challenges under Trump’s re-election. Reed’s article covers actions like updating identification documents, obtaining passports with correct gender markers, securing medication supplies, and exploring relocation options to safer areas. Read the article here: erininthemorning.com/p/steps-for-transgender-people-preparing

A person holds a small bouquet of flowers in front of a concrete wall, wearing a grey sweater. Behind them is a collage of black-and-white photographs interspersed with pink and teal shapes, creating a contrast between soft florals and sharp lines. The person's face is obscured, inviting interpretation of their feelings. The composition combines a sense of hope and peace, represented by the flowers, with conflict and chaos symbolized by the background images. The scene feels both unsettling and thought-provoking.

How to survive the apocalypse (again)

This article by non-binary trans woman Kai Cheng Thom dives into ways to cope and build resilience through community, self-care, and connection. Whether you’re looking for tips on managing stress, tools for self-care, or stories that reflect our shared struggles, this piece offers insight and support for trans folks who know how hard it can be: xtramagazine.com/health/survive-mental-health-homophobia-transphobia-268850

Illustration of a person with purple hair holding a red star close to their chest, wearing a yellow sweater. The background is a deep blue, adding contrast to the warm colors of their clothing and the star.

Finding Support & Building Community After the 2024 Elections: A Guide for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth

To help support LGBTQIA2S+ young people process the outcome of the election, as well as find support and build community, The Trevor Project has a number of tips to consider and explore: thetrevorproject.org/blog/finding-support-building-community-after-the-2024-elections

A person of color with a nose ring is holding a necklace with a symbol on it. The text "How to survive the election. Jade Barber" is on a yellow background and the text "Drummond St Services Queerspace" is at the bottom of the image.

How To Survive the Election as a Trans Person

Written by Jade Barber for Queerspace

Written in Australia two years ago, this article offers timeless advice for trans people navigating the challenges of election cycles—advice that applies especially to the 2024 U.S. general election. It highlights how elections often amplify anti-trans rhetoric and policies, impacting trans communities’ mental health and safety. The article suggests strategies for protecting one’s well-being, like setting boundaries on political discussions, staying informed selectively, focusing on self-care, and connecting with supportive communities. By prioritizing personal resilience and choosing how and when to engage, trans people can protect themselves from the intense scrutiny and negativity that often accompany election periods.

TWLOHA’s Mental Health Toolkit

The resources in To Write Love on Her Arms’ Mental Health Toolkit offer valuable support for trans people facing the pressures of the 2024 U.S. general election. These resources emphasize coping strategies, self-care practices, and mental health tips that can help individuals manage stress, set boundaries, and seek community support during politically charged times. By providing guides on handling anxiety, grounding exercises, and connection to support networks, TWLOHA equips trans people with tools to navigate the heightened emotional impact that elections can bring.

Access the toolkit at twloha.com/mental-health-toolkit

The 2024 Elections and Beyond: Fortifying Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Our Ecosystems Toolkit

This toolkit from the Building Movement Project offers a series of frameworks and accompanying worksheets for individuals, organizations, and networks to:

  • Clarify values and identify roles that benefit the broader ecosystem
  • Gather the necessary analysis, partnerships, and tools from our movement “pantry”
  • Consider reasons why organizations may want to engage in rapid response efforts
  • Explore stances such as Defend, Disrupt, Demand, Document, Discuss, Design, and Deepen
  • Fortify our individual and organizational well-being for the months ahead
A poster with a purple and pink galaxy background. The text reads "Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice with Oscar & Prentis" The image features a headshot of Oscar on the left and a headshot of Prentis on the right. Prentis is standing and looking at the camera. Oscar is looking to the side. Both headshots are set into circles.

Recording of the Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice

On November 6, 2024, Prentis Hemphill, Alta Starr, and Óscar Trujillo of The Embodiment Institute (TEI) hosted this Post-Election Practice. Watch the recording here.

A graphic showing four ways to take action against injustice: Protect People: This includes harm reduction and protecting targeted people. Defend Civic Institutions: This means safeguarding democratic institutions, such as elections, the EPA, and more. Disrupt and Disobey: This includes strategizing acts of civil disobedience and protest to oppose policies. Build Alternatives: This involves creating parallel institutions, alternative party platforms, and new cultural ways of life. The graphic includes icons for each of the ways to take action.

10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won

The key to taking effective action in a Trump world is to avoid perpetuating the autocrat’s goals of fear, isolation, exhaustion and disorientation. Continue reading: wagingnonviolence.org/2024/11/10-things-to-do-if-trump-wins

The image shows a stencil applied on a surface, with the pink spray paint filling in the stencil, creating the words "Solidarity Not Charity". The stencil is partially obscuring the words. The background is a mix of different colored surfaces.

How To Start A Mutual Aid Program

Big Door Brigade is a website that provides resources for organizing community-based mutual aid efforts. It offers guidance, tools, and examples for building systems of solidarity and support outside traditional charity or government assistance, focusing on community resilience and self-reliance. Visit bigdoorbrigade.com

A photo of a group of young protestors raising their fists in front of a police force.

How To Start A Copwatch

This PDF provides everything you need to know to start a copwatch for your action or community. Copwatching is a form of direct action in which autonomous, loosely affiliated groups set out to observe and document police activity as a way of preventing police misconduct and brutality. Download from workersdefensealliance.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/HOWTOCOPWATCH.pdf

 

04 – Resources – MAC – Mapping Action Collective – Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
Mar 26 all-day
04 - Resources - MAC - Mapping Action Collective - Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults

 

RESOURCES

Trans Youth and Young Adults

“These rescources selectedf from the Mapping Action Collective

( https://www.oregonyouthresourcemap.com)

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541 Willamette St #310, Eugene, OR 97401

 

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1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

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Ages: 16-24
Housing & Shelter: Homeless Youth
941 W. 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402
New Roads Drop-In Center: (541) 686-4310
Station 7 Youth Crisis Line: (541) 689-3111

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COVID Message: Hours may be impacted by COVID. Please call for updated hours.
Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 12-21
Languages: English, Spanish
Ages: 12-21
Housing & Shelter: Housing Services
1202 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Nativity Lutheran Church, 60850 Brosterhous Rd., Bend

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Prineville Presbyterian Church, 1771 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
5633 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97206

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 200, Springfield, OR 97477
Crystal Falk, Director of Youth and Family Services: (541) 686-5060

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COVID Message: Building temporarily closed due to COVID, please reach out via phone or email to get support.Languages: English
Ages: 16-25
Mental Health: Support Groups

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3620 SE Powell Blvd, #102 Portland OR 97202​

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COVID Message: Counseling and Assessments for Surgery letters are being conducted via teletherapy or phone. In-office visits are offered to existing clients on a case-by-case basis.
Cost: Brave Space primarily works with people with Oregon Health Plan insurance. If you have private insurance, please check out our resource guide for therapists who take your insurance.
Dillehunt Hall, Room 1007 3235 S.W. Pavilion Loop Portland, OR 97239

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

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Business: (541) 386-4808
24 Hour Hotline: (541) 386-6603

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Basic Needs: Public Transit

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Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: 1) You identify as transgender (FTM, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity within the trans umbrella.) 2) You cannot afford to purchase a binder, or you cannot safely obtain a binder.

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Are you able to pay for hair removal services out of pocket?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards hair removal services?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

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Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (MTF, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity assigned male at birth within the trans umbrella.) You cannot afford to purchase femme shapewear, or you cannot safely obtain femme shapewear. We accept all requests for support, and applications are open year-round. Once you complete your application, your request will be added to our waitlist. Shipping is discrete and 100% free, and we ship internationally to 90+ countries and counting.
Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford or access femme shapewear. We ask that you consider your access before applying.

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Eligibility: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You have financial need that prevents you from affording hormone replacement therapy. You are 18 years old or older (19+ in Nebraska) at the time you apply. You live in one of the states Plume serves. You are not currently on Medicare. If you live in CO or KY, you are not currently on Medicaid.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid?

Do you live in a state whose Medicaid plans cover HRT?

Are you employed and able to pay for HRT out of pocket?

Are there nearby clinics that offer HRT with informed consent?

Do you have reliable transportation options to access a provider?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

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Eligibility: We have very few requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You are 18 years of age or older at the time of your surgery, or have consent from your legal guardian(s) and healthcare provider(s). You have financial need that prevents you from affording gender-affirming surgery. You can demonstrate past attempts at affording care (i.e. saving money, fundraising, attempting to get insurance coverage). You complete your surgery in the United States with a US-based surgeon.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid? (Learn more)

Do you have access to healthcare providers who are trans competent, and are able to travel to them to receive care?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards surgery?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

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Eligibility: It is a benefit for eligible Health Share of Oregon members in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.
Languages: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Somali, Swahili
9955 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220

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Basic Needs: Transportation

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Basic Needs: Transportation
10055 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216
Energy Assistance: (503) 294-7444
Housing & Rent Assistance: (503) 721-1740

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650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209

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Day Services & Drop-in: Mail, Laundry, & Showers
610 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

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Call or Text: (541) 246-4046
24/7 Text (541) 246-4046

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Maximum age served: 18
605 W 4th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

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Springfield: (541) 726-3714

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1175 G St, Springfield, 97477

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1160 Grant St, Eugene, OR 97402

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3500 E 17th Ave, Eugene, 97403

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Text “START” to 678678

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323 E 12th Ave, Eugene, 97401

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1300 Irvington Dr, Eugene, 97404

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Community Resources: Veteran Services
0 – Helpline – TL – Trans Lifeline Saving Lives – (877) 565-8860 – Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone
Mar 26 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Helpline - TL - Trans Lifeline Saving Lives - (877) 565-8860 - Mondays - Fridays - 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone

 

HOTLINE

USA (877) 565-8860

CANADA (877) 330-8336

 

Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST

Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in a crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans.Oprime 2 para hablar con alguien en español.

When you contact us, you’ll be connected to a trans/nonbinary peer operator
Full anonymity and confidentiality
No nonconsensual active rescue (calling 911, emergency services, or law enforcement)

Trans Lifeline’s hotline operating hours are Monday through Friday:

10 AM – 6 PM Pacific
11 AM – 7 PM Mountain
12 PM – 8 PM Central
1 PM – 9 PM Eastern

When volumes are high, it may take longer to get connected—please try calling or texting again.

0 – Línea de ayuda – TL – Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas – (877) 565-8860 – Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone
Mar 26 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Línea de ayuda - TL - Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas - (877) 565-8860 - Lunes - Viernes - 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone

 

 

 

LÍNEA DIRECTA

Estados Unidos (877) 565-8860

CANADÁ (877) 330-8336

Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST

Línea directa in español

La línea directa de Trans Lifeline es un servicio telefónico de apoyo dirigido por personas transgénero para las personas transgénero y/o que están cuestionando su género. Creemos que el mejor apoyo que las personas Trans pueden recibir es el de los miembros de la comunidad Trans con experiencias de vida compartidas.

Llámanos si necesitas a alguien Trans con quien hablar, incluso si no estás en crisis o no sabes con certeza si eres transgénero.

Marca al (877) 565-8860 en los Estados Unidos o al (877) 330-6366 en Canadá y oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español.

 

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0 – Bundled Events – TL – Trans Lifeline: Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief @ phone
Mar 27 all-day

 

 

Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief

 

Like many folks, we continue to process the various presidential actions Trump took during his first day of office. The White House’s website lists 46 items, including executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations related to his intention to militarize the U.S.-Mexico border, to restore the pace and scale of fossil fuel extraction and energy production, to end birthright citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment, to pardon Jan. 6 insurrectionists, to create federal definitions of “women” and “girls” as females and “men” and “boys” as males, defining male and female as biological, binary, and immutable, and to terminate all DEI, accessibility, and environmental justice offices and positions across the federal government, just to name a few. Constitutionally, the President can’t create laws, but the position does have broad authority to direct how the federal agencies enforce the law.

While it remains to be seen what the approval, rollout, and implementation of any of these will look like, we want to reiterate that no matter what happens, we will find ways to show up for the community through mutual aid, peer support, and innovative care practices. Political flashpoints like this have amplified issues that impact us directly, stirring up a range of emotions that can be challenging and anxiety-inducing to hold and sit with. To support you during this time, we’ve curated a selection of resources to help you navigate the post-election period with resilience, self-compassion, and community support.

Resources in the Age of 47

Articles, guides, zines, webinars, and videos compiled by the Interaction Institute for Social Change. Access them here: https://bit.ly/3WNFZQG

A group of four young people with varying skin tones stand closely together, embracing each other. They have confident and affectionate expressions as they look directly at the camera.

Dear Trans Kids, You Don’t Need the Government’s Permission to Exist

In this op-ed, Raquel Willis offers advice to trans kids on resisting discriminatory times and calls on the strength and resolve of trans trailblazers throughout history. Read the article here: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/dear-trans-kids-raquel-willis

A colorful, abstract floral design background with the words “FOLX” and “We are here for you” in white text. The background is a mix of pinks, purples and blues.

Mental Health and Coping Tools by FOLX

FOLX put together a roundup of coping strategies, mental health services, and tips for managing election-related anxiety: folxhealth.com/library/mental-health-toolkit-resources-to-take-care-of-yourself

Erin Reed, a young light-skinned trans woman with long dark hair parted in the middle, stands facing the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a black blouse and is in a softly green-lit room. Behind her, a desk holds a plant, and butterfly artwork decorates the wall.

Steps For Transgender People Preparing For Federal Crackdowns Under Trump

Journalist and trans rights activist Erin Reed provides guidance for trans people on steps to take in preparation for anticipated restrictions and legal challenges under Trump’s re-election. Reed’s article covers actions like updating identification documents, obtaining passports with correct gender markers, securing medication supplies, and exploring relocation options to safer areas. Read the article here: erininthemorning.com/p/steps-for-transgender-people-preparing

A person holds a small bouquet of flowers in front of a concrete wall, wearing a grey sweater. Behind them is a collage of black-and-white photographs interspersed with pink and teal shapes, creating a contrast between soft florals and sharp lines. The person's face is obscured, inviting interpretation of their feelings. The composition combines a sense of hope and peace, represented by the flowers, with conflict and chaos symbolized by the background images. The scene feels both unsettling and thought-provoking.

How to survive the apocalypse (again)

This article by non-binary trans woman Kai Cheng Thom dives into ways to cope and build resilience through community, self-care, and connection. Whether you’re looking for tips on managing stress, tools for self-care, or stories that reflect our shared struggles, this piece offers insight and support for trans folks who know how hard it can be: xtramagazine.com/health/survive-mental-health-homophobia-transphobia-268850

Illustration of a person with purple hair holding a red star close to their chest, wearing a yellow sweater. The background is a deep blue, adding contrast to the warm colors of their clothing and the star.

Finding Support & Building Community After the 2024 Elections: A Guide for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth

To help support LGBTQIA2S+ young people process the outcome of the election, as well as find support and build community, The Trevor Project has a number of tips to consider and explore: thetrevorproject.org/blog/finding-support-building-community-after-the-2024-elections

A person of color with a nose ring is holding a necklace with a symbol on it. The text "How to survive the election. Jade Barber" is on a yellow background and the text "Drummond St Services Queerspace" is at the bottom of the image.

How To Survive the Election as a Trans Person

Written by Jade Barber for Queerspace

Written in Australia two years ago, this article offers timeless advice for trans people navigating the challenges of election cycles—advice that applies especially to the 2024 U.S. general election. It highlights how elections often amplify anti-trans rhetoric and policies, impacting trans communities’ mental health and safety. The article suggests strategies for protecting one’s well-being, like setting boundaries on political discussions, staying informed selectively, focusing on self-care, and connecting with supportive communities. By prioritizing personal resilience and choosing how and when to engage, trans people can protect themselves from the intense scrutiny and negativity that often accompany election periods.

TWLOHA’s Mental Health Toolkit

The resources in To Write Love on Her Arms’ Mental Health Toolkit offer valuable support for trans people facing the pressures of the 2024 U.S. general election. These resources emphasize coping strategies, self-care practices, and mental health tips that can help individuals manage stress, set boundaries, and seek community support during politically charged times. By providing guides on handling anxiety, grounding exercises, and connection to support networks, TWLOHA equips trans people with tools to navigate the heightened emotional impact that elections can bring.

Access the toolkit at twloha.com/mental-health-toolkit

The 2024 Elections and Beyond: Fortifying Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Our Ecosystems Toolkit

This toolkit from the Building Movement Project offers a series of frameworks and accompanying worksheets for individuals, organizations, and networks to:

  • Clarify values and identify roles that benefit the broader ecosystem
  • Gather the necessary analysis, partnerships, and tools from our movement “pantry”
  • Consider reasons why organizations may want to engage in rapid response efforts
  • Explore stances such as Defend, Disrupt, Demand, Document, Discuss, Design, and Deepen
  • Fortify our individual and organizational well-being for the months ahead
A poster with a purple and pink galaxy background. The text reads "Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice with Oscar & Prentis" The image features a headshot of Oscar on the left and a headshot of Prentis on the right. Prentis is standing and looking at the camera. Oscar is looking to the side. Both headshots are set into circles.

Recording of the Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice

On November 6, 2024, Prentis Hemphill, Alta Starr, and Óscar Trujillo of The Embodiment Institute (TEI) hosted this Post-Election Practice. Watch the recording here.

A graphic showing four ways to take action against injustice: Protect People: This includes harm reduction and protecting targeted people. Defend Civic Institutions: This means safeguarding democratic institutions, such as elections, the EPA, and more. Disrupt and Disobey: This includes strategizing acts of civil disobedience and protest to oppose policies. Build Alternatives: This involves creating parallel institutions, alternative party platforms, and new cultural ways of life. The graphic includes icons for each of the ways to take action.

10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won

The key to taking effective action in a Trump world is to avoid perpetuating the autocrat’s goals of fear, isolation, exhaustion and disorientation. Continue reading: wagingnonviolence.org/2024/11/10-things-to-do-if-trump-wins

The image shows a stencil applied on a surface, with the pink spray paint filling in the stencil, creating the words "Solidarity Not Charity". The stencil is partially obscuring the words. The background is a mix of different colored surfaces.

How To Start A Mutual Aid Program

Big Door Brigade is a website that provides resources for organizing community-based mutual aid efforts. It offers guidance, tools, and examples for building systems of solidarity and support outside traditional charity or government assistance, focusing on community resilience and self-reliance. Visit bigdoorbrigade.com

A photo of a group of young protestors raising their fists in front of a police force.

How To Start A Copwatch

This PDF provides everything you need to know to start a copwatch for your action or community. Copwatching is a form of direct action in which autonomous, loosely affiliated groups set out to observe and document police activity as a way of preventing police misconduct and brutality. Download from workersdefensealliance.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/HOWTOCOPWATCH.pdf

 

04 – Resources – MAC – Mapping Action Collective – Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
Mar 27 all-day
04 - Resources - MAC - Mapping Action Collective - Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults

 

RESOURCES

Trans Youth and Young Adults

“These rescources selectedf from the Mapping Action Collective

( https://www.oregonyouthresourcemap.com)

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541 Willamette St #310, Eugene, OR 97401

 

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1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

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Ages: 16-24
Housing & Shelter: Homeless Youth
941 W. 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402
New Roads Drop-In Center: (541) 686-4310
Station 7 Youth Crisis Line: (541) 689-3111

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COVID Message: Hours may be impacted by COVID. Please call for updated hours.
Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 12-21
Languages: English, Spanish
Ages: 12-21
Housing & Shelter: Housing Services
1202 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Nativity Lutheran Church, 60850 Brosterhous Rd., Bend

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Prineville Presbyterian Church, 1771 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
5633 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97206

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 200, Springfield, OR 97477
Crystal Falk, Director of Youth and Family Services: (541) 686-5060

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COVID Message: Building temporarily closed due to COVID, please reach out via phone or email to get support.Languages: English
Ages: 16-25
Mental Health: Support Groups

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3620 SE Powell Blvd, #102 Portland OR 97202​

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COVID Message: Counseling and Assessments for Surgery letters are being conducted via teletherapy or phone. In-office visits are offered to existing clients on a case-by-case basis.
Cost: Brave Space primarily works with people with Oregon Health Plan insurance. If you have private insurance, please check out our resource guide for therapists who take your insurance.
Dillehunt Hall, Room 1007 3235 S.W. Pavilion Loop Portland, OR 97239

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

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Business: (541) 386-4808
24 Hour Hotline: (541) 386-6603

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Basic Needs: Public Transit

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Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: 1) You identify as transgender (FTM, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity within the trans umbrella.) 2) You cannot afford to purchase a binder, or you cannot safely obtain a binder.

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Are you able to pay for hair removal services out of pocket?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards hair removal services?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

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Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (MTF, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity assigned male at birth within the trans umbrella.) You cannot afford to purchase femme shapewear, or you cannot safely obtain femme shapewear. We accept all requests for support, and applications are open year-round. Once you complete your application, your request will be added to our waitlist. Shipping is discrete and 100% free, and we ship internationally to 90+ countries and counting.
Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford or access femme shapewear. We ask that you consider your access before applying.

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Eligibility: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You have financial need that prevents you from affording hormone replacement therapy. You are 18 years old or older (19+ in Nebraska) at the time you apply. You live in one of the states Plume serves. You are not currently on Medicare. If you live in CO or KY, you are not currently on Medicaid.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid?

Do you live in a state whose Medicaid plans cover HRT?

Are you employed and able to pay for HRT out of pocket?

Are there nearby clinics that offer HRT with informed consent?

Do you have reliable transportation options to access a provider?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

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Eligibility: We have very few requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You are 18 years of age or older at the time of your surgery, or have consent from your legal guardian(s) and healthcare provider(s). You have financial need that prevents you from affording gender-affirming surgery. You can demonstrate past attempts at affording care (i.e. saving money, fundraising, attempting to get insurance coverage). You complete your surgery in the United States with a US-based surgeon.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid? (Learn more)

Do you have access to healthcare providers who are trans competent, and are able to travel to them to receive care?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards surgery?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

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Eligibility: It is a benefit for eligible Health Share of Oregon members in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.
Languages: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Somali, Swahili
9955 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220

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Basic Needs: Transportation

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Basic Needs: Transportation
10055 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216
Energy Assistance: (503) 294-7444
Housing & Rent Assistance: (503) 721-1740

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650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209

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Day Services & Drop-in: Mail, Laundry, & Showers
610 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

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Call or Text: (541) 246-4046
24/7 Text (541) 246-4046

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Maximum age served: 18
605 W 4th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

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Springfield: (541) 726-3714

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1175 G St, Springfield, 97477

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1160 Grant St, Eugene, OR 97402

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3500 E 17th Ave, Eugene, 97403

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Text “START” to 678678

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323 E 12th Ave, Eugene, 97401

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1300 Irvington Dr, Eugene, 97404

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Community Resources: Veteran Services
0 – Helpline – TL – Trans Lifeline Saving Lives – (877) 565-8860 – Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone
Mar 27 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Helpline - TL - Trans Lifeline Saving Lives - (877) 565-8860 - Mondays - Fridays - 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone

 

HOTLINE

USA (877) 565-8860

CANADA (877) 330-8336

 

Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST

Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in a crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans.Oprime 2 para hablar con alguien en español.

When you contact us, you’ll be connected to a trans/nonbinary peer operator
Full anonymity and confidentiality
No nonconsensual active rescue (calling 911, emergency services, or law enforcement)

Trans Lifeline’s hotline operating hours are Monday through Friday:

10 AM – 6 PM Pacific
11 AM – 7 PM Mountain
12 PM – 8 PM Central
1 PM – 9 PM Eastern

When volumes are high, it may take longer to get connected—please try calling or texting again.

0 – Línea de ayuda – TL – Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas – (877) 565-8860 – Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone
Mar 27 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Línea de ayuda - TL - Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas - (877) 565-8860 - Lunes - Viernes - 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone

 

 

 

LÍNEA DIRECTA

Estados Unidos (877) 565-8860

CANADÁ (877) 330-8336

Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST

Línea directa in español

La línea directa de Trans Lifeline es un servicio telefónico de apoyo dirigido por personas transgénero para las personas transgénero y/o que están cuestionando su género. Creemos que el mejor apoyo que las personas Trans pueden recibir es el de los miembros de la comunidad Trans con experiencias de vida compartidas.

Llámanos si necesitas a alguien Trans con quien hablar, incluso si no estás en crisis o no sabes con certeza si eres transgénero.

Marca al (877) 565-8860 en los Estados Unidos o al (877) 330-6366 en Canadá y oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español.

 

PAIAA – Portland Area Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous – Extended Family – Thursdays @ Online Via Zoom
Mar 27 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

 

Portland Area Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous

EXTENDED FAMILY

Thursday,

 

  • Gay
  • LGBTQ
  • Lesbian
  • Open
  • Transgender

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.

Online at https://us04web.zoom.us/j/5893745571

 

JOIN WITH ZOOM

 

What Is Alcoholics Anonymous?

Alcoholics Anonymous is a community of men and women who have found a solution to their drinking problem. We are:

  • Anonymous – no personal information, no last names
  • Nonprofessional – no paid counselors
  • Self-supporting – no cost except what we choose to put in the basket
  • Inclusive – everyone is welcome
  • Non-political – we don’t take sides
  • Non-sectarian – not promoting any religion
  • Available almost everywhere in the U.S. and world-wide

About Meetings

A.A. Groups conduct meetings, usually weekly, where we share our experience, strength, and hope. Portland area meetings are listed on the Meetings page by day, time, and location.

The two most common kinds of A.A. meetings are:

OPEN MEETINGS: Open to alcoholics and their families, anyone who thinks they may have a drinking problem, as well as anyone curious about A.A.

CLOSED MEETINGS: Limited to those with a desire to stop drinking, they provide an opportunity for sharing on problems related to alcoholism and discussion of solutions found in the recovery program.

What happens at an A.A. Meeting?

Some meetings are specific to men, women, LBGTQ, and speakers of minority languages.  There is often some socializing before the meeting begins. Meetings commonly begin with a short prayer or moment of silence, followed by a few readings from A.A. literature.

Following announcements, the basket is passed; typical contributions are a dollar or two but are not required. The money collected is used for coffee, rent for the meeting space, A.A. literature purchases, and support of local, state, and national A.A. services, such as this website. Large donations are actively discouraged.

Common meeting formats include:

Speaker – one person relating their personal experience with alcoholism and recovery
Group discussion of a topic chosen by the chairperson
Step Study meeting where one or more of the 12 Steps are discussed

In keeping with A.A.’s primary purpose, discussion is generally focused on recovery from alcoholism.

The meeting is typically ended with a prayer, usually the Serenity Prayer or the Lord’s Prayer, often with the group forming a circle and holding hands. Participation in the prayer is optional. More socializing typically follows the close of the formal meeting, and members may gather afterward at a nearby coffee shop.

A.A. Preamble

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS® is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.

The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions.

AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy; neither endorses nor opposes any causes.

Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics achieve sobriety.

 

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Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief

 

Like many folks, we continue to process the various presidential actions Trump took during his first day of office. The White House’s website lists 46 items, including executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations related to his intention to militarize the U.S.-Mexico border, to restore the pace and scale of fossil fuel extraction and energy production, to end birthright citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment, to pardon Jan. 6 insurrectionists, to create federal definitions of “women” and “girls” as females and “men” and “boys” as males, defining male and female as biological, binary, and immutable, and to terminate all DEI, accessibility, and environmental justice offices and positions across the federal government, just to name a few. Constitutionally, the President can’t create laws, but the position does have broad authority to direct how the federal agencies enforce the law.

While it remains to be seen what the approval, rollout, and implementation of any of these will look like, we want to reiterate that no matter what happens, we will find ways to show up for the community through mutual aid, peer support, and innovative care practices. Political flashpoints like this have amplified issues that impact us directly, stirring up a range of emotions that can be challenging and anxiety-inducing to hold and sit with. To support you during this time, we’ve curated a selection of resources to help you navigate the post-election period with resilience, self-compassion, and community support.

Resources in the Age of 47

Articles, guides, zines, webinars, and videos compiled by the Interaction Institute for Social Change. Access them here: https://bit.ly/3WNFZQG

A group of four young people with varying skin tones stand closely together, embracing each other. They have confident and affectionate expressions as they look directly at the camera.

Dear Trans Kids, You Don’t Need the Government’s Permission to Exist

In this op-ed, Raquel Willis offers advice to trans kids on resisting discriminatory times and calls on the strength and resolve of trans trailblazers throughout history. Read the article here: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/dear-trans-kids-raquel-willis

A colorful, abstract floral design background with the words “FOLX” and “We are here for you” in white text. The background is a mix of pinks, purples and blues.

Mental Health and Coping Tools by FOLX

FOLX put together a roundup of coping strategies, mental health services, and tips for managing election-related anxiety: folxhealth.com/library/mental-health-toolkit-resources-to-take-care-of-yourself

Erin Reed, a young light-skinned trans woman with long dark hair parted in the middle, stands facing the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a black blouse and is in a softly green-lit room. Behind her, a desk holds a plant, and butterfly artwork decorates the wall.

Steps For Transgender People Preparing For Federal Crackdowns Under Trump

Journalist and trans rights activist Erin Reed provides guidance for trans people on steps to take in preparation for anticipated restrictions and legal challenges under Trump’s re-election. Reed’s article covers actions like updating identification documents, obtaining passports with correct gender markers, securing medication supplies, and exploring relocation options to safer areas. Read the article here: erininthemorning.com/p/steps-for-transgender-people-preparing

A person holds a small bouquet of flowers in front of a concrete wall, wearing a grey sweater. Behind them is a collage of black-and-white photographs interspersed with pink and teal shapes, creating a contrast between soft florals and sharp lines. The person's face is obscured, inviting interpretation of their feelings. The composition combines a sense of hope and peace, represented by the flowers, with conflict and chaos symbolized by the background images. The scene feels both unsettling and thought-provoking.

How to survive the apocalypse (again)

This article by non-binary trans woman Kai Cheng Thom dives into ways to cope and build resilience through community, self-care, and connection. Whether you’re looking for tips on managing stress, tools for self-care, or stories that reflect our shared struggles, this piece offers insight and support for trans folks who know how hard it can be: xtramagazine.com/health/survive-mental-health-homophobia-transphobia-268850

Illustration of a person with purple hair holding a red star close to their chest, wearing a yellow sweater. The background is a deep blue, adding contrast to the warm colors of their clothing and the star.

Finding Support & Building Community After the 2024 Elections: A Guide for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth

To help support LGBTQIA2S+ young people process the outcome of the election, as well as find support and build community, The Trevor Project has a number of tips to consider and explore: thetrevorproject.org/blog/finding-support-building-community-after-the-2024-elections

A person of color with a nose ring is holding a necklace with a symbol on it. The text "How to survive the election. Jade Barber" is on a yellow background and the text "Drummond St Services Queerspace" is at the bottom of the image.

How To Survive the Election as a Trans Person

Written by Jade Barber for Queerspace

Written in Australia two years ago, this article offers timeless advice for trans people navigating the challenges of election cycles—advice that applies especially to the 2024 U.S. general election. It highlights how elections often amplify anti-trans rhetoric and policies, impacting trans communities’ mental health and safety. The article suggests strategies for protecting one’s well-being, like setting boundaries on political discussions, staying informed selectively, focusing on self-care, and connecting with supportive communities. By prioritizing personal resilience and choosing how and when to engage, trans people can protect themselves from the intense scrutiny and negativity that often accompany election periods.

TWLOHA’s Mental Health Toolkit

The resources in To Write Love on Her Arms’ Mental Health Toolkit offer valuable support for trans people facing the pressures of the 2024 U.S. general election. These resources emphasize coping strategies, self-care practices, and mental health tips that can help individuals manage stress, set boundaries, and seek community support during politically charged times. By providing guides on handling anxiety, grounding exercises, and connection to support networks, TWLOHA equips trans people with tools to navigate the heightened emotional impact that elections can bring.

Access the toolkit at twloha.com/mental-health-toolkit

The 2024 Elections and Beyond: Fortifying Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Our Ecosystems Toolkit

This toolkit from the Building Movement Project offers a series of frameworks and accompanying worksheets for individuals, organizations, and networks to:

  • Clarify values and identify roles that benefit the broader ecosystem
  • Gather the necessary analysis, partnerships, and tools from our movement “pantry”
  • Consider reasons why organizations may want to engage in rapid response efforts
  • Explore stances such as Defend, Disrupt, Demand, Document, Discuss, Design, and Deepen
  • Fortify our individual and organizational well-being for the months ahead
A poster with a purple and pink galaxy background. The text reads "Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice with Oscar & Prentis" The image features a headshot of Oscar on the left and a headshot of Prentis on the right. Prentis is standing and looking at the camera. Oscar is looking to the side. Both headshots are set into circles.

Recording of the Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice

On November 6, 2024, Prentis Hemphill, Alta Starr, and Óscar Trujillo of The Embodiment Institute (TEI) hosted this Post-Election Practice. Watch the recording here.

A graphic showing four ways to take action against injustice: Protect People: This includes harm reduction and protecting targeted people. Defend Civic Institutions: This means safeguarding democratic institutions, such as elections, the EPA, and more. Disrupt and Disobey: This includes strategizing acts of civil disobedience and protest to oppose policies. Build Alternatives: This involves creating parallel institutions, alternative party platforms, and new cultural ways of life. The graphic includes icons for each of the ways to take action.

10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won

The key to taking effective action in a Trump world is to avoid perpetuating the autocrat’s goals of fear, isolation, exhaustion and disorientation. Continue reading: wagingnonviolence.org/2024/11/10-things-to-do-if-trump-wins

The image shows a stencil applied on a surface, with the pink spray paint filling in the stencil, creating the words "Solidarity Not Charity". The stencil is partially obscuring the words. The background is a mix of different colored surfaces.

How To Start A Mutual Aid Program

Big Door Brigade is a website that provides resources for organizing community-based mutual aid efforts. It offers guidance, tools, and examples for building systems of solidarity and support outside traditional charity or government assistance, focusing on community resilience and self-reliance. Visit bigdoorbrigade.com

A photo of a group of young protestors raising their fists in front of a police force.

How To Start A Copwatch

This PDF provides everything you need to know to start a copwatch for your action or community. Copwatching is a form of direct action in which autonomous, loosely affiliated groups set out to observe and document police activity as a way of preventing police misconduct and brutality. Download from workersdefensealliance.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/HOWTOCOPWATCH.pdf

 

04 – Resources – MAC – Mapping Action Collective – Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
Mar 28 all-day
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RESOURCES

Trans Youth and Young Adults

“These rescources selectedf from the Mapping Action Collective

( https://www.oregonyouthresourcemap.com)

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541 Willamette St #310, Eugene, OR 97401

 

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1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

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Ages: 16-24
Housing & Shelter: Homeless Youth
941 W. 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402
New Roads Drop-In Center: (541) 686-4310
Station 7 Youth Crisis Line: (541) 689-3111

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COVID Message: Hours may be impacted by COVID. Please call for updated hours.
Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 12-21
Languages: English, Spanish
Ages: 12-21
Housing & Shelter: Housing Services
1202 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Nativity Lutheran Church, 60850 Brosterhous Rd., Bend

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Prineville Presbyterian Church, 1771 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
5633 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97206

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 200, Springfield, OR 97477
Crystal Falk, Director of Youth and Family Services: (541) 686-5060

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COVID Message: Building temporarily closed due to COVID, please reach out via phone or email to get support.Languages: English
Ages: 16-25
Mental Health: Support Groups

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3620 SE Powell Blvd, #102 Portland OR 97202​

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COVID Message: Counseling and Assessments for Surgery letters are being conducted via teletherapy or phone. In-office visits are offered to existing clients on a case-by-case basis.
Cost: Brave Space primarily works with people with Oregon Health Plan insurance. If you have private insurance, please check out our resource guide for therapists who take your insurance.
Dillehunt Hall, Room 1007 3235 S.W. Pavilion Loop Portland, OR 97239

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

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Business: (541) 386-4808
24 Hour Hotline: (541) 386-6603

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Basic Needs: Public Transit

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Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: 1) You identify as transgender (FTM, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity within the trans umbrella.) 2) You cannot afford to purchase a binder, or you cannot safely obtain a binder.

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Are you able to pay for hair removal services out of pocket?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards hair removal services?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

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Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (MTF, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity assigned male at birth within the trans umbrella.) You cannot afford to purchase femme shapewear, or you cannot safely obtain femme shapewear. We accept all requests for support, and applications are open year-round. Once you complete your application, your request will be added to our waitlist. Shipping is discrete and 100% free, and we ship internationally to 90+ countries and counting.
Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford or access femme shapewear. We ask that you consider your access before applying.

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Eligibility: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You have financial need that prevents you from affording hormone replacement therapy. You are 18 years old or older (19+ in Nebraska) at the time you apply. You live in one of the states Plume serves. You are not currently on Medicare. If you live in CO or KY, you are not currently on Medicaid.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid?

Do you live in a state whose Medicaid plans cover HRT?

Are you employed and able to pay for HRT out of pocket?

Are there nearby clinics that offer HRT with informed consent?

Do you have reliable transportation options to access a provider?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

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Eligibility: We have very few requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You are 18 years of age or older at the time of your surgery, or have consent from your legal guardian(s) and healthcare provider(s). You have financial need that prevents you from affording gender-affirming surgery. You can demonstrate past attempts at affording care (i.e. saving money, fundraising, attempting to get insurance coverage). You complete your surgery in the United States with a US-based surgeon.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid? (Learn more)

Do you have access to healthcare providers who are trans competent, and are able to travel to them to receive care?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards surgery?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

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Eligibility: It is a benefit for eligible Health Share of Oregon members in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.
Languages: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Somali, Swahili
9955 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220

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Basic Needs: Transportation

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Basic Needs: Transportation
10055 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216
Energy Assistance: (503) 294-7444
Housing & Rent Assistance: (503) 721-1740

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650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209

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Day Services & Drop-in: Mail, Laundry, & Showers
610 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

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Call or Text: (541) 246-4046
24/7 Text (541) 246-4046

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Maximum age served: 18
605 W 4th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

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Springfield: (541) 726-3714

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1175 G St, Springfield, 97477

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1160 Grant St, Eugene, OR 97402

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3500 E 17th Ave, Eugene, 97403

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Text “START” to 678678

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323 E 12th Ave, Eugene, 97401

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1300 Irvington Dr, Eugene, 97404

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Community Resources: Veteran Services
0 – Helpline – TL – Trans Lifeline Saving Lives – (877) 565-8860 – Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone
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HOTLINE

USA (877) 565-8860

CANADA (877) 330-8336

 

Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST

Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in a crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans.Oprime 2 para hablar con alguien en español.

When you contact us, you’ll be connected to a trans/nonbinary peer operator
Full anonymity and confidentiality
No nonconsensual active rescue (calling 911, emergency services, or law enforcement)

Trans Lifeline’s hotline operating hours are Monday through Friday:

10 AM – 6 PM Pacific
11 AM – 7 PM Mountain
12 PM – 8 PM Central
1 PM – 9 PM Eastern

When volumes are high, it may take longer to get connected—please try calling or texting again.

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LÍNEA DIRECTA

Estados Unidos (877) 565-8860

CANADÁ (877) 330-8336

Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST

Línea directa in español

La línea directa de Trans Lifeline es un servicio telefónico de apoyo dirigido por personas transgénero para las personas transgénero y/o que están cuestionando su género. Creemos que el mejor apoyo que las personas Trans pueden recibir es el de los miembros de la comunidad Trans con experiencias de vida compartidas.

Llámanos si necesitas a alguien Trans con quien hablar, incluso si no estás en crisis o no sabes con certeza si eres transgénero.

Marca al (877) 565-8860 en los Estados Unidos o al (877) 330-6366 en Canadá y oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español.

 

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Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief

 

Like many folks, we continue to process the various presidential actions Trump took during his first day of office. The White House’s website lists 46 items, including executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations related to his intention to militarize the U.S.-Mexico border, to restore the pace and scale of fossil fuel extraction and energy production, to end birthright citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment, to pardon Jan. 6 insurrectionists, to create federal definitions of “women” and “girls” as females and “men” and “boys” as males, defining male and female as biological, binary, and immutable, and to terminate all DEI, accessibility, and environmental justice offices and positions across the federal government, just to name a few. Constitutionally, the President can’t create laws, but the position does have broad authority to direct how the federal agencies enforce the law.

While it remains to be seen what the approval, rollout, and implementation of any of these will look like, we want to reiterate that no matter what happens, we will find ways to show up for the community through mutual aid, peer support, and innovative care practices. Political flashpoints like this have amplified issues that impact us directly, stirring up a range of emotions that can be challenging and anxiety-inducing to hold and sit with. To support you during this time, we’ve curated a selection of resources to help you navigate the post-election period with resilience, self-compassion, and community support.

Resources in the Age of 47

Articles, guides, zines, webinars, and videos compiled by the Interaction Institute for Social Change. Access them here: https://bit.ly/3WNFZQG

A group of four young people with varying skin tones stand closely together, embracing each other. They have confident and affectionate expressions as they look directly at the camera.

Dear Trans Kids, You Don’t Need the Government’s Permission to Exist

In this op-ed, Raquel Willis offers advice to trans kids on resisting discriminatory times and calls on the strength and resolve of trans trailblazers throughout history. Read the article here: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/dear-trans-kids-raquel-willis

A colorful, abstract floral design background with the words “FOLX” and “We are here for you” in white text. The background is a mix of pinks, purples and blues.

Mental Health and Coping Tools by FOLX

FOLX put together a roundup of coping strategies, mental health services, and tips for managing election-related anxiety: folxhealth.com/library/mental-health-toolkit-resources-to-take-care-of-yourself

Erin Reed, a young light-skinned trans woman with long dark hair parted in the middle, stands facing the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a black blouse and is in a softly green-lit room. Behind her, a desk holds a plant, and butterfly artwork decorates the wall.

Steps For Transgender People Preparing For Federal Crackdowns Under Trump

Journalist and trans rights activist Erin Reed provides guidance for trans people on steps to take in preparation for anticipated restrictions and legal challenges under Trump’s re-election. Reed’s article covers actions like updating identification documents, obtaining passports with correct gender markers, securing medication supplies, and exploring relocation options to safer areas. Read the article here: erininthemorning.com/p/steps-for-transgender-people-preparing

A person holds a small bouquet of flowers in front of a concrete wall, wearing a grey sweater. Behind them is a collage of black-and-white photographs interspersed with pink and teal shapes, creating a contrast between soft florals and sharp lines. The person's face is obscured, inviting interpretation of their feelings. The composition combines a sense of hope and peace, represented by the flowers, with conflict and chaos symbolized by the background images. The scene feels both unsettling and thought-provoking.

How to survive the apocalypse (again)

This article by non-binary trans woman Kai Cheng Thom dives into ways to cope and build resilience through community, self-care, and connection. Whether you’re looking for tips on managing stress, tools for self-care, or stories that reflect our shared struggles, this piece offers insight and support for trans folks who know how hard it can be: xtramagazine.com/health/survive-mental-health-homophobia-transphobia-268850

Illustration of a person with purple hair holding a red star close to their chest, wearing a yellow sweater. The background is a deep blue, adding contrast to the warm colors of their clothing and the star.

Finding Support & Building Community After the 2024 Elections: A Guide for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth

To help support LGBTQIA2S+ young people process the outcome of the election, as well as find support and build community, The Trevor Project has a number of tips to consider and explore: thetrevorproject.org/blog/finding-support-building-community-after-the-2024-elections

A person of color with a nose ring is holding a necklace with a symbol on it. The text "How to survive the election. Jade Barber" is on a yellow background and the text "Drummond St Services Queerspace" is at the bottom of the image.

How To Survive the Election as a Trans Person

Written by Jade Barber for Queerspace

Written in Australia two years ago, this article offers timeless advice for trans people navigating the challenges of election cycles—advice that applies especially to the 2024 U.S. general election. It highlights how elections often amplify anti-trans rhetoric and policies, impacting trans communities’ mental health and safety. The article suggests strategies for protecting one’s well-being, like setting boundaries on political discussions, staying informed selectively, focusing on self-care, and connecting with supportive communities. By prioritizing personal resilience and choosing how and when to engage, trans people can protect themselves from the intense scrutiny and negativity that often accompany election periods.

TWLOHA’s Mental Health Toolkit

The resources in To Write Love on Her Arms’ Mental Health Toolkit offer valuable support for trans people facing the pressures of the 2024 U.S. general election. These resources emphasize coping strategies, self-care practices, and mental health tips that can help individuals manage stress, set boundaries, and seek community support during politically charged times. By providing guides on handling anxiety, grounding exercises, and connection to support networks, TWLOHA equips trans people with tools to navigate the heightened emotional impact that elections can bring.

Access the toolkit at twloha.com/mental-health-toolkit

The 2024 Elections and Beyond: Fortifying Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Our Ecosystems Toolkit

This toolkit from the Building Movement Project offers a series of frameworks and accompanying worksheets for individuals, organizations, and networks to:

  • Clarify values and identify roles that benefit the broader ecosystem
  • Gather the necessary analysis, partnerships, and tools from our movement “pantry”
  • Consider reasons why organizations may want to engage in rapid response efforts
  • Explore stances such as Defend, Disrupt, Demand, Document, Discuss, Design, and Deepen
  • Fortify our individual and organizational well-being for the months ahead
A poster with a purple and pink galaxy background. The text reads "Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice with Oscar & Prentis" The image features a headshot of Oscar on the left and a headshot of Prentis on the right. Prentis is standing and looking at the camera. Oscar is looking to the side. Both headshots are set into circles.

Recording of the Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice

On November 6, 2024, Prentis Hemphill, Alta Starr, and Óscar Trujillo of The Embodiment Institute (TEI) hosted this Post-Election Practice. Watch the recording here.

A graphic showing four ways to take action against injustice: Protect People: This includes harm reduction and protecting targeted people. Defend Civic Institutions: This means safeguarding democratic institutions, such as elections, the EPA, and more. Disrupt and Disobey: This includes strategizing acts of civil disobedience and protest to oppose policies. Build Alternatives: This involves creating parallel institutions, alternative party platforms, and new cultural ways of life. The graphic includes icons for each of the ways to take action.

10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won

The key to taking effective action in a Trump world is to avoid perpetuating the autocrat’s goals of fear, isolation, exhaustion and disorientation. Continue reading: wagingnonviolence.org/2024/11/10-things-to-do-if-trump-wins

The image shows a stencil applied on a surface, with the pink spray paint filling in the stencil, creating the words "Solidarity Not Charity". The stencil is partially obscuring the words. The background is a mix of different colored surfaces.

How To Start A Mutual Aid Program

Big Door Brigade is a website that provides resources for organizing community-based mutual aid efforts. It offers guidance, tools, and examples for building systems of solidarity and support outside traditional charity or government assistance, focusing on community resilience and self-reliance. Visit bigdoorbrigade.com

A photo of a group of young protestors raising their fists in front of a police force.

How To Start A Copwatch

This PDF provides everything you need to know to start a copwatch for your action or community. Copwatching is a form of direct action in which autonomous, loosely affiliated groups set out to observe and document police activity as a way of preventing police misconduct and brutality. Download from workersdefensealliance.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/HOWTOCOPWATCH.pdf

 

04 – Resources – MAC – Mapping Action Collective – Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
Mar 29 all-day
04 - Resources - MAC - Mapping Action Collective - Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults

 

RESOURCES

Trans Youth and Young Adults

“These rescources selectedf from the Mapping Action Collective

( https://www.oregonyouthresourcemap.com)

Description:

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541 Willamette St #310, Eugene, OR 97401

 

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1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

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Ages: 16-24
Housing & Shelter: Homeless Youth
941 W. 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402
New Roads Drop-In Center: (541) 686-4310
Station 7 Youth Crisis Line: (541) 689-3111

Description:

COVID Message: Hours may be impacted by COVID. Please call for updated hours.
Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 12-21
Languages: English, Spanish
Ages: 12-21
Housing & Shelter: Housing Services
1202 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Nativity Lutheran Church, 60850 Brosterhous Rd., Bend

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Prineville Presbyterian Church, 1771 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
5633 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97206

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 200, Springfield, OR 97477
Crystal Falk, Director of Youth and Family Services: (541) 686-5060

Description:

COVID Message: Building temporarily closed due to COVID, please reach out via phone or email to get support.Languages: English
Ages: 16-25
Mental Health: Support Groups

Description:

Description:

3620 SE Powell Blvd, #102 Portland OR 97202​

Description:

COVID Message: Counseling and Assessments for Surgery letters are being conducted via teletherapy or phone. In-office visits are offered to existing clients on a case-by-case basis.
Cost: Brave Space primarily works with people with Oregon Health Plan insurance. If you have private insurance, please check out our resource guide for therapists who take your insurance.
Dillehunt Hall, Room 1007 3235 S.W. Pavilion Loop Portland, OR 97239

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

Description:

Business: (541) 386-4808
24 Hour Hotline: (541) 386-6603

Description:

Description:

Basic Needs: Public Transit

Description:

Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: 1) You identify as transgender (FTM, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity within the trans umbrella.) 2) You cannot afford to purchase a binder, or you cannot safely obtain a binder.

Description:

Are you able to pay for hair removal services out of pocket?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards hair removal services?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Description:

Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (MTF, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity assigned male at birth within the trans umbrella.) You cannot afford to purchase femme shapewear, or you cannot safely obtain femme shapewear. We accept all requests for support, and applications are open year-round. Once you complete your application, your request will be added to our waitlist. Shipping is discrete and 100% free, and we ship internationally to 90+ countries and counting.
Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford or access femme shapewear. We ask that you consider your access before applying.

Description:

Eligibility: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You have financial need that prevents you from affording hormone replacement therapy. You are 18 years old or older (19+ in Nebraska) at the time you apply. You live in one of the states Plume serves. You are not currently on Medicare. If you live in CO or KY, you are not currently on Medicaid.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid?

Do you live in a state whose Medicaid plans cover HRT?

Are you employed and able to pay for HRT out of pocket?

Are there nearby clinics that offer HRT with informed consent?

Do you have reliable transportation options to access a provider?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: We have very few requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You are 18 years of age or older at the time of your surgery, or have consent from your legal guardian(s) and healthcare provider(s). You have financial need that prevents you from affording gender-affirming surgery. You can demonstrate past attempts at affording care (i.e. saving money, fundraising, attempting to get insurance coverage). You complete your surgery in the United States with a US-based surgeon.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid? (Learn more)

Do you have access to healthcare providers who are trans competent, and are able to travel to them to receive care?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards surgery?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: It is a benefit for eligible Health Share of Oregon members in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.
Languages: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Somali, Swahili
9955 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220

Description:

Basic Needs: Transportation

Description:

Basic Needs: Transportation
10055 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216
Energy Assistance: (503) 294-7444
Housing & Rent Assistance: (503) 721-1740

Description:

650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209

Description:

Day Services & Drop-in: Mail, Laundry, & Showers
610 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

Description:

Call or Text: (541) 246-4046
24/7 Text (541) 246-4046

Description:

Maximum age served: 18
605 W 4th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

Description:

Springfield: (541) 726-3714

Description:

1175 G St, Springfield, 97477

Description:

1160 Grant St, Eugene, OR 97402

Description:

3500 E 17th Ave, Eugene, 97403

Description:

Text “START” to 678678

Description:

323 E 12th Ave, Eugene, 97401

Description:

1300 Irvington Dr, Eugene, 97404

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: Veteran Services
TACT – Trans Advocacy & Care Team – Complex Trauma Support Group – 1st and Third Saturdays @ Online Via ZOOM
Mar 29 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
TACT - Trans Advocacy & Care Team - Complex Trauma Support Group - 1st and Third Saturdays @ Online Via ZOOM

 

 

Complex Trauma Support Group

 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 10-11:30 am PST

 3-Month Commitment group*

Our peer support groups are spaces for connection and healing through community.

​Join our mailing list to know when new groups are launching!

Groups meet virtually via zoom on a bi-weekly basis and are led by peer facilitator volunteers.

​Our peer support groups are facilitated by Peer Facilitators who have lived expertise and identify within the umbrella identity of the group they are facilitating. Our Peer Facilitators are not licensed therapists or social workers—they are trans folks holding space for healing and connection with other trans folks.

We strive to make our peer support groups as welcoming and accessible as possible. If you have any accessibility or accommodation requests that would help you access or feel more supported in our groups, please indicate these when you fill out our Group Consent Form.

 

 

 

Mar
30
Sun
2025
0 – Bundled Events – TL – Trans Lifeline: Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief @ phone
Mar 30 all-day

 

 

Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief

 

Like many folks, we continue to process the various presidential actions Trump took during his first day of office. The White House’s website lists 46 items, including executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations related to his intention to militarize the U.S.-Mexico border, to restore the pace and scale of fossil fuel extraction and energy production, to end birthright citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment, to pardon Jan. 6 insurrectionists, to create federal definitions of “women” and “girls” as females and “men” and “boys” as males, defining male and female as biological, binary, and immutable, and to terminate all DEI, accessibility, and environmental justice offices and positions across the federal government, just to name a few. Constitutionally, the President can’t create laws, but the position does have broad authority to direct how the federal agencies enforce the law.

While it remains to be seen what the approval, rollout, and implementation of any of these will look like, we want to reiterate that no matter what happens, we will find ways to show up for the community through mutual aid, peer support, and innovative care practices. Political flashpoints like this have amplified issues that impact us directly, stirring up a range of emotions that can be challenging and anxiety-inducing to hold and sit with. To support you during this time, we’ve curated a selection of resources to help you navigate the post-election period with resilience, self-compassion, and community support.

Resources in the Age of 47

Articles, guides, zines, webinars, and videos compiled by the Interaction Institute for Social Change. Access them here: https://bit.ly/3WNFZQG

A group of four young people with varying skin tones stand closely together, embracing each other. They have confident and affectionate expressions as they look directly at the camera.

Dear Trans Kids, You Don’t Need the Government’s Permission to Exist

In this op-ed, Raquel Willis offers advice to trans kids on resisting discriminatory times and calls on the strength and resolve of trans trailblazers throughout history. Read the article here: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/dear-trans-kids-raquel-willis

A colorful, abstract floral design background with the words “FOLX” and “We are here for you” in white text. The background is a mix of pinks, purples and blues.

Mental Health and Coping Tools by FOLX

FOLX put together a roundup of coping strategies, mental health services, and tips for managing election-related anxiety: folxhealth.com/library/mental-health-toolkit-resources-to-take-care-of-yourself

Erin Reed, a young light-skinned trans woman with long dark hair parted in the middle, stands facing the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a black blouse and is in a softly green-lit room. Behind her, a desk holds a plant, and butterfly artwork decorates the wall.

Steps For Transgender People Preparing For Federal Crackdowns Under Trump

Journalist and trans rights activist Erin Reed provides guidance for trans people on steps to take in preparation for anticipated restrictions and legal challenges under Trump’s re-election. Reed’s article covers actions like updating identification documents, obtaining passports with correct gender markers, securing medication supplies, and exploring relocation options to safer areas. Read the article here: erininthemorning.com/p/steps-for-transgender-people-preparing

A person holds a small bouquet of flowers in front of a concrete wall, wearing a grey sweater. Behind them is a collage of black-and-white photographs interspersed with pink and teal shapes, creating a contrast between soft florals and sharp lines. The person's face is obscured, inviting interpretation of their feelings. The composition combines a sense of hope and peace, represented by the flowers, with conflict and chaos symbolized by the background images. The scene feels both unsettling and thought-provoking.

How to survive the apocalypse (again)

This article by non-binary trans woman Kai Cheng Thom dives into ways to cope and build resilience through community, self-care, and connection. Whether you’re looking for tips on managing stress, tools for self-care, or stories that reflect our shared struggles, this piece offers insight and support for trans folks who know how hard it can be: xtramagazine.com/health/survive-mental-health-homophobia-transphobia-268850

Illustration of a person with purple hair holding a red star close to their chest, wearing a yellow sweater. The background is a deep blue, adding contrast to the warm colors of their clothing and the star.

Finding Support & Building Community After the 2024 Elections: A Guide for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth

To help support LGBTQIA2S+ young people process the outcome of the election, as well as find support and build community, The Trevor Project has a number of tips to consider and explore: thetrevorproject.org/blog/finding-support-building-community-after-the-2024-elections

A person of color with a nose ring is holding a necklace with a symbol on it. The text "How to survive the election. Jade Barber" is on a yellow background and the text "Drummond St Services Queerspace" is at the bottom of the image.

How To Survive the Election as a Trans Person

Written by Jade Barber for Queerspace

Written in Australia two years ago, this article offers timeless advice for trans people navigating the challenges of election cycles—advice that applies especially to the 2024 U.S. general election. It highlights how elections often amplify anti-trans rhetoric and policies, impacting trans communities’ mental health and safety. The article suggests strategies for protecting one’s well-being, like setting boundaries on political discussions, staying informed selectively, focusing on self-care, and connecting with supportive communities. By prioritizing personal resilience and choosing how and when to engage, trans people can protect themselves from the intense scrutiny and negativity that often accompany election periods.

TWLOHA’s Mental Health Toolkit

The resources in To Write Love on Her Arms’ Mental Health Toolkit offer valuable support for trans people facing the pressures of the 2024 U.S. general election. These resources emphasize coping strategies, self-care practices, and mental health tips that can help individuals manage stress, set boundaries, and seek community support during politically charged times. By providing guides on handling anxiety, grounding exercises, and connection to support networks, TWLOHA equips trans people with tools to navigate the heightened emotional impact that elections can bring.

Access the toolkit at twloha.com/mental-health-toolkit

The 2024 Elections and Beyond: Fortifying Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Our Ecosystems Toolkit

This toolkit from the Building Movement Project offers a series of frameworks and accompanying worksheets for individuals, organizations, and networks to:

  • Clarify values and identify roles that benefit the broader ecosystem
  • Gather the necessary analysis, partnerships, and tools from our movement “pantry”
  • Consider reasons why organizations may want to engage in rapid response efforts
  • Explore stances such as Defend, Disrupt, Demand, Document, Discuss, Design, and Deepen
  • Fortify our individual and organizational well-being for the months ahead
A poster with a purple and pink galaxy background. The text reads "Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice with Oscar & Prentis" The image features a headshot of Oscar on the left and a headshot of Prentis on the right. Prentis is standing and looking at the camera. Oscar is looking to the side. Both headshots are set into circles.

Recording of the Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice

On November 6, 2024, Prentis Hemphill, Alta Starr, and Óscar Trujillo of The Embodiment Institute (TEI) hosted this Post-Election Practice. Watch the recording here.

A graphic showing four ways to take action against injustice: Protect People: This includes harm reduction and protecting targeted people. Defend Civic Institutions: This means safeguarding democratic institutions, such as elections, the EPA, and more. Disrupt and Disobey: This includes strategizing acts of civil disobedience and protest to oppose policies. Build Alternatives: This involves creating parallel institutions, alternative party platforms, and new cultural ways of life. The graphic includes icons for each of the ways to take action.

10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won

The key to taking effective action in a Trump world is to avoid perpetuating the autocrat’s goals of fear, isolation, exhaustion and disorientation. Continue reading: wagingnonviolence.org/2024/11/10-things-to-do-if-trump-wins

The image shows a stencil applied on a surface, with the pink spray paint filling in the stencil, creating the words "Solidarity Not Charity". The stencil is partially obscuring the words. The background is a mix of different colored surfaces.

How To Start A Mutual Aid Program

Big Door Brigade is a website that provides resources for organizing community-based mutual aid efforts. It offers guidance, tools, and examples for building systems of solidarity and support outside traditional charity or government assistance, focusing on community resilience and self-reliance. Visit bigdoorbrigade.com

A photo of a group of young protestors raising their fists in front of a police force.

How To Start A Copwatch

This PDF provides everything you need to know to start a copwatch for your action or community. Copwatching is a form of direct action in which autonomous, loosely affiliated groups set out to observe and document police activity as a way of preventing police misconduct and brutality. Download from workersdefensealliance.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/HOWTOCOPWATCH.pdf

 

04 – Resources – MAC – Mapping Action Collective – Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
Mar 30 all-day
04 - Resources - MAC - Mapping Action Collective - Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults

 

RESOURCES

Trans Youth and Young Adults

“These rescources selectedf from the Mapping Action Collective

( https://www.oregonyouthresourcemap.com)

Description:

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541 Willamette St #310, Eugene, OR 97401

 

Description:

1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

Description:

Ages: 16-24
Housing & Shelter: Homeless Youth
941 W. 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402
New Roads Drop-In Center: (541) 686-4310
Station 7 Youth Crisis Line: (541) 689-3111

Description:

COVID Message: Hours may be impacted by COVID. Please call for updated hours.
Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 12-21
Languages: English, Spanish
Ages: 12-21
Housing & Shelter: Housing Services
1202 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Nativity Lutheran Church, 60850 Brosterhous Rd., Bend

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Prineville Presbyterian Church, 1771 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
5633 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97206

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 200, Springfield, OR 97477
Crystal Falk, Director of Youth and Family Services: (541) 686-5060

Description:

COVID Message: Building temporarily closed due to COVID, please reach out via phone or email to get support.Languages: English
Ages: 16-25
Mental Health: Support Groups

Description:

Description:

3620 SE Powell Blvd, #102 Portland OR 97202​

Description:

COVID Message: Counseling and Assessments for Surgery letters are being conducted via teletherapy or phone. In-office visits are offered to existing clients on a case-by-case basis.
Cost: Brave Space primarily works with people with Oregon Health Plan insurance. If you have private insurance, please check out our resource guide for therapists who take your insurance.
Dillehunt Hall, Room 1007 3235 S.W. Pavilion Loop Portland, OR 97239

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

Description:

Business: (541) 386-4808
24 Hour Hotline: (541) 386-6603

Description:

Description:

Basic Needs: Public Transit

Description:

Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: 1) You identify as transgender (FTM, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity within the trans umbrella.) 2) You cannot afford to purchase a binder, or you cannot safely obtain a binder.

Description:

Are you able to pay for hair removal services out of pocket?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards hair removal services?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Description:

Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (MTF, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity assigned male at birth within the trans umbrella.) You cannot afford to purchase femme shapewear, or you cannot safely obtain femme shapewear. We accept all requests for support, and applications are open year-round. Once you complete your application, your request will be added to our waitlist. Shipping is discrete and 100% free, and we ship internationally to 90+ countries and counting.
Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford or access femme shapewear. We ask that you consider your access before applying.

Description:

Eligibility: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You have financial need that prevents you from affording hormone replacement therapy. You are 18 years old or older (19+ in Nebraska) at the time you apply. You live in one of the states Plume serves. You are not currently on Medicare. If you live in CO or KY, you are not currently on Medicaid.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid?

Do you live in a state whose Medicaid plans cover HRT?

Are you employed and able to pay for HRT out of pocket?

Are there nearby clinics that offer HRT with informed consent?

Do you have reliable transportation options to access a provider?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: We have very few requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You are 18 years of age or older at the time of your surgery, or have consent from your legal guardian(s) and healthcare provider(s). You have financial need that prevents you from affording gender-affirming surgery. You can demonstrate past attempts at affording care (i.e. saving money, fundraising, attempting to get insurance coverage). You complete your surgery in the United States with a US-based surgeon.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid? (Learn more)

Do you have access to healthcare providers who are trans competent, and are able to travel to them to receive care?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards surgery?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: It is a benefit for eligible Health Share of Oregon members in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.
Languages: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Somali, Swahili
9955 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220

Description:

Basic Needs: Transportation

Description:

Basic Needs: Transportation
10055 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216
Energy Assistance: (503) 294-7444
Housing & Rent Assistance: (503) 721-1740

Description:

650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209

Description:

Day Services & Drop-in: Mail, Laundry, & Showers
610 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

Description:

Call or Text: (541) 246-4046
24/7 Text (541) 246-4046

Description:

Maximum age served: 18
605 W 4th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

Description:

Springfield: (541) 726-3714

Description:

1175 G St, Springfield, 97477

Description:

1160 Grant St, Eugene, OR 97402

Description:

3500 E 17th Ave, Eugene, 97403

Description:

Text “START” to 678678

Description:

323 E 12th Ave, Eugene, 97401

Description:

1300 Irvington Dr, Eugene, 97404

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: Veteran Services
Mar
31
Mon
2025
0 – Bundled Events – TL – Trans Lifeline: Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief @ phone
Mar 31 all-day

 

 

Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief

 

Like many folks, we continue to process the various presidential actions Trump took during his first day of office. The White House’s website lists 46 items, including executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations related to his intention to militarize the U.S.-Mexico border, to restore the pace and scale of fossil fuel extraction and energy production, to end birthright citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment, to pardon Jan. 6 insurrectionists, to create federal definitions of “women” and “girls” as females and “men” and “boys” as males, defining male and female as biological, binary, and immutable, and to terminate all DEI, accessibility, and environmental justice offices and positions across the federal government, just to name a few. Constitutionally, the President can’t create laws, but the position does have broad authority to direct how the federal agencies enforce the law.

While it remains to be seen what the approval, rollout, and implementation of any of these will look like, we want to reiterate that no matter what happens, we will find ways to show up for the community through mutual aid, peer support, and innovative care practices. Political flashpoints like this have amplified issues that impact us directly, stirring up a range of emotions that can be challenging and anxiety-inducing to hold and sit with. To support you during this time, we’ve curated a selection of resources to help you navigate the post-election period with resilience, self-compassion, and community support.

Resources in the Age of 47

Articles, guides, zines, webinars, and videos compiled by the Interaction Institute for Social Change. Access them here: https://bit.ly/3WNFZQG

A group of four young people with varying skin tones stand closely together, embracing each other. They have confident and affectionate expressions as they look directly at the camera.

Dear Trans Kids, You Don’t Need the Government’s Permission to Exist

In this op-ed, Raquel Willis offers advice to trans kids on resisting discriminatory times and calls on the strength and resolve of trans trailblazers throughout history. Read the article here: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/dear-trans-kids-raquel-willis

A colorful, abstract floral design background with the words “FOLX” and “We are here for you” in white text. The background is a mix of pinks, purples and blues.

Mental Health and Coping Tools by FOLX

FOLX put together a roundup of coping strategies, mental health services, and tips for managing election-related anxiety: folxhealth.com/library/mental-health-toolkit-resources-to-take-care-of-yourself

Erin Reed, a young light-skinned trans woman with long dark hair parted in the middle, stands facing the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a black blouse and is in a softly green-lit room. Behind her, a desk holds a plant, and butterfly artwork decorates the wall.

Steps For Transgender People Preparing For Federal Crackdowns Under Trump

Journalist and trans rights activist Erin Reed provides guidance for trans people on steps to take in preparation for anticipated restrictions and legal challenges under Trump’s re-election. Reed’s article covers actions like updating identification documents, obtaining passports with correct gender markers, securing medication supplies, and exploring relocation options to safer areas. Read the article here: erininthemorning.com/p/steps-for-transgender-people-preparing

A person holds a small bouquet of flowers in front of a concrete wall, wearing a grey sweater. Behind them is a collage of black-and-white photographs interspersed with pink and teal shapes, creating a contrast between soft florals and sharp lines. The person's face is obscured, inviting interpretation of their feelings. The composition combines a sense of hope and peace, represented by the flowers, with conflict and chaos symbolized by the background images. The scene feels both unsettling and thought-provoking.

How to survive the apocalypse (again)

This article by non-binary trans woman Kai Cheng Thom dives into ways to cope and build resilience through community, self-care, and connection. Whether you’re looking for tips on managing stress, tools for self-care, or stories that reflect our shared struggles, this piece offers insight and support for trans folks who know how hard it can be: xtramagazine.com/health/survive-mental-health-homophobia-transphobia-268850

Illustration of a person with purple hair holding a red star close to their chest, wearing a yellow sweater. The background is a deep blue, adding contrast to the warm colors of their clothing and the star.

Finding Support & Building Community After the 2024 Elections: A Guide for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth

To help support LGBTQIA2S+ young people process the outcome of the election, as well as find support and build community, The Trevor Project has a number of tips to consider and explore: thetrevorproject.org/blog/finding-support-building-community-after-the-2024-elections

A person of color with a nose ring is holding a necklace with a symbol on it. The text "How to survive the election. Jade Barber" is on a yellow background and the text "Drummond St Services Queerspace" is at the bottom of the image.

How To Survive the Election as a Trans Person

Written by Jade Barber for Queerspace

Written in Australia two years ago, this article offers timeless advice for trans people navigating the challenges of election cycles—advice that applies especially to the 2024 U.S. general election. It highlights how elections often amplify anti-trans rhetoric and policies, impacting trans communities’ mental health and safety. The article suggests strategies for protecting one’s well-being, like setting boundaries on political discussions, staying informed selectively, focusing on self-care, and connecting with supportive communities. By prioritizing personal resilience and choosing how and when to engage, trans people can protect themselves from the intense scrutiny and negativity that often accompany election periods.

TWLOHA’s Mental Health Toolkit

The resources in To Write Love on Her Arms’ Mental Health Toolkit offer valuable support for trans people facing the pressures of the 2024 U.S. general election. These resources emphasize coping strategies, self-care practices, and mental health tips that can help individuals manage stress, set boundaries, and seek community support during politically charged times. By providing guides on handling anxiety, grounding exercises, and connection to support networks, TWLOHA equips trans people with tools to navigate the heightened emotional impact that elections can bring.

Access the toolkit at twloha.com/mental-health-toolkit

The 2024 Elections and Beyond: Fortifying Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Our Ecosystems Toolkit

This toolkit from the Building Movement Project offers a series of frameworks and accompanying worksheets for individuals, organizations, and networks to:

  • Clarify values and identify roles that benefit the broader ecosystem
  • Gather the necessary analysis, partnerships, and tools from our movement “pantry”
  • Consider reasons why organizations may want to engage in rapid response efforts
  • Explore stances such as Defend, Disrupt, Demand, Document, Discuss, Design, and Deepen
  • Fortify our individual and organizational well-being for the months ahead
A poster with a purple and pink galaxy background. The text reads "Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice with Oscar & Prentis" The image features a headshot of Oscar on the left and a headshot of Prentis on the right. Prentis is standing and looking at the camera. Oscar is looking to the side. Both headshots are set into circles.

Recording of the Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice

On November 6, 2024, Prentis Hemphill, Alta Starr, and Óscar Trujillo of The Embodiment Institute (TEI) hosted this Post-Election Practice. Watch the recording here.

A graphic showing four ways to take action against injustice: Protect People: This includes harm reduction and protecting targeted people. Defend Civic Institutions: This means safeguarding democratic institutions, such as elections, the EPA, and more. Disrupt and Disobey: This includes strategizing acts of civil disobedience and protest to oppose policies. Build Alternatives: This involves creating parallel institutions, alternative party platforms, and new cultural ways of life. The graphic includes icons for each of the ways to take action.

10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won

The key to taking effective action in a Trump world is to avoid perpetuating the autocrat’s goals of fear, isolation, exhaustion and disorientation. Continue reading: wagingnonviolence.org/2024/11/10-things-to-do-if-trump-wins

The image shows a stencil applied on a surface, with the pink spray paint filling in the stencil, creating the words "Solidarity Not Charity". The stencil is partially obscuring the words. The background is a mix of different colored surfaces.

How To Start A Mutual Aid Program

Big Door Brigade is a website that provides resources for organizing community-based mutual aid efforts. It offers guidance, tools, and examples for building systems of solidarity and support outside traditional charity or government assistance, focusing on community resilience and self-reliance. Visit bigdoorbrigade.com

A photo of a group of young protestors raising their fists in front of a police force.

How To Start A Copwatch

This PDF provides everything you need to know to start a copwatch for your action or community. Copwatching is a form of direct action in which autonomous, loosely affiliated groups set out to observe and document police activity as a way of preventing police misconduct and brutality. Download from workersdefensealliance.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/HOWTOCOPWATCH.pdf

 

04 – Resources – MAC – Mapping Action Collective – Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
Mar 31 all-day
04 - Resources - MAC - Mapping Action Collective - Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults

 

RESOURCES

Trans Youth and Young Adults

“These rescources selectedf from the Mapping Action Collective

( https://www.oregonyouthresourcemap.com)

Description:

Description:

541 Willamette St #310, Eugene, OR 97401

 

Description:

1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

Description:

Ages: 16-24
Housing & Shelter: Homeless Youth
941 W. 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402
New Roads Drop-In Center: (541) 686-4310
Station 7 Youth Crisis Line: (541) 689-3111

Description:

COVID Message: Hours may be impacted by COVID. Please call for updated hours.
Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 12-21
Languages: English, Spanish
Ages: 12-21
Housing & Shelter: Housing Services
1202 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Nativity Lutheran Church, 60850 Brosterhous Rd., Bend

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Prineville Presbyterian Church, 1771 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
5633 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97206

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 200, Springfield, OR 97477
Crystal Falk, Director of Youth and Family Services: (541) 686-5060

Description:

COVID Message: Building temporarily closed due to COVID, please reach out via phone or email to get support.Languages: English
Ages: 16-25
Mental Health: Support Groups

Description:

Description:

3620 SE Powell Blvd, #102 Portland OR 97202​

Description:

COVID Message: Counseling and Assessments for Surgery letters are being conducted via teletherapy or phone. In-office visits are offered to existing clients on a case-by-case basis.
Cost: Brave Space primarily works with people with Oregon Health Plan insurance. If you have private insurance, please check out our resource guide for therapists who take your insurance.
Dillehunt Hall, Room 1007 3235 S.W. Pavilion Loop Portland, OR 97239

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

Description:

Business: (541) 386-4808
24 Hour Hotline: (541) 386-6603

Description:

Description:

Basic Needs: Public Transit

Description:

Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: 1) You identify as transgender (FTM, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity within the trans umbrella.) 2) You cannot afford to purchase a binder, or you cannot safely obtain a binder.

Description:

Are you able to pay for hair removal services out of pocket?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards hair removal services?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Description:

Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (MTF, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity assigned male at birth within the trans umbrella.) You cannot afford to purchase femme shapewear, or you cannot safely obtain femme shapewear. We accept all requests for support, and applications are open year-round. Once you complete your application, your request will be added to our waitlist. Shipping is discrete and 100% free, and we ship internationally to 90+ countries and counting.
Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford or access femme shapewear. We ask that you consider your access before applying.

Description:

Eligibility: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You have financial need that prevents you from affording hormone replacement therapy. You are 18 years old or older (19+ in Nebraska) at the time you apply. You live in one of the states Plume serves. You are not currently on Medicare. If you live in CO or KY, you are not currently on Medicaid.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid?

Do you live in a state whose Medicaid plans cover HRT?

Are you employed and able to pay for HRT out of pocket?

Are there nearby clinics that offer HRT with informed consent?

Do you have reliable transportation options to access a provider?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: We have very few requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You are 18 years of age or older at the time of your surgery, or have consent from your legal guardian(s) and healthcare provider(s). You have financial need that prevents you from affording gender-affirming surgery. You can demonstrate past attempts at affording care (i.e. saving money, fundraising, attempting to get insurance coverage). You complete your surgery in the United States with a US-based surgeon.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid? (Learn more)

Do you have access to healthcare providers who are trans competent, and are able to travel to them to receive care?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards surgery?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: It is a benefit for eligible Health Share of Oregon members in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.
Languages: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Somali, Swahili
9955 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220

Description:

Basic Needs: Transportation

Description:

Basic Needs: Transportation
10055 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216
Energy Assistance: (503) 294-7444
Housing & Rent Assistance: (503) 721-1740

Description:

650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209

Description:

Day Services & Drop-in: Mail, Laundry, & Showers
610 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

Description:

Call or Text: (541) 246-4046
24/7 Text (541) 246-4046

Description:

Maximum age served: 18
605 W 4th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

Description:

Springfield: (541) 726-3714

Description:

1175 G St, Springfield, 97477

Description:

1160 Grant St, Eugene, OR 97402

Description:

3500 E 17th Ave, Eugene, 97403

Description:

Text “START” to 678678

Description:

323 E 12th Ave, Eugene, 97401

Description:

1300 Irvington Dr, Eugene, 97404

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: Veteran Services
0 – Helpline – TL – Trans Lifeline Saving Lives – (877) 565-8860 – Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone
Mar 31 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Helpline - TL - Trans Lifeline Saving Lives - (877) 565-8860 - Mondays - Fridays - 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone

 

HOTLINE

USA (877) 565-8860

CANADA (877) 330-8336

 

Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST

Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in a crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans.Oprime 2 para hablar con alguien en español.

When you contact us, you’ll be connected to a trans/nonbinary peer operator
Full anonymity and confidentiality
No nonconsensual active rescue (calling 911, emergency services, or law enforcement)

Trans Lifeline’s hotline operating hours are Monday through Friday:

10 AM – 6 PM Pacific
11 AM – 7 PM Mountain
12 PM – 8 PM Central
1 PM – 9 PM Eastern

When volumes are high, it may take longer to get connected—please try calling or texting again.

0 – Línea de ayuda – TL – Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas – (877) 565-8860 – Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone
Mar 31 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Línea de ayuda - TL - Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas - (877) 565-8860 - Lunes - Viernes - 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone

 

 

 

LÍNEA DIRECTA

Estados Unidos (877) 565-8860

CANADÁ (877) 330-8336

Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST

Línea directa in español

La línea directa de Trans Lifeline es un servicio telefónico de apoyo dirigido por personas transgénero para las personas transgénero y/o que están cuestionando su género. Creemos que el mejor apoyo que las personas Trans pueden recibir es el de los miembros de la comunidad Trans con experiencias de vida compartidas.

Llámanos si necesitas a alguien Trans con quien hablar, incluso si no estás en crisis o no sabes con certeza si eres transgénero.

Marca al (877) 565-8860 en los Estados Unidos o al (877) 330-6366 en Canadá y oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español.

 

KC – Kiva Centers – KIVA Centers Group – Under the Umbrella – Mondays @ Online Via ZOOM
Mar 31 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
KC - Kiva Centers - KIVA Centers Group - Under the Umbrella - Mondays @ Online Via ZOOM

 

Under the Umbrella

Mondays 1PM -2PM PST

This group is an affinity group specific to the Transgender, Non-binary and Gender Non-Conforming communities. It is a space to share our experiences involving gender and life in general in a space dedicated to our needs.

for Zoom link Email

kfogg@kivacenters.org

If you any questions please contact us at

 

 

Apr
1
Tue
2025
0 – Bundled Events – TL – Trans Lifeline: Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief @ phone
Apr 1 all-day

 

 

Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief

 

Like many folks, we continue to process the various presidential actions Trump took during his first day of office. The White House’s website lists 46 items, including executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations related to his intention to militarize the U.S.-Mexico border, to restore the pace and scale of fossil fuel extraction and energy production, to end birthright citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment, to pardon Jan. 6 insurrectionists, to create federal definitions of “women” and “girls” as females and “men” and “boys” as males, defining male and female as biological, binary, and immutable, and to terminate all DEI, accessibility, and environmental justice offices and positions across the federal government, just to name a few. Constitutionally, the President can’t create laws, but the position does have broad authority to direct how the federal agencies enforce the law.

While it remains to be seen what the approval, rollout, and implementation of any of these will look like, we want to reiterate that no matter what happens, we will find ways to show up for the community through mutual aid, peer support, and innovative care practices. Political flashpoints like this have amplified issues that impact us directly, stirring up a range of emotions that can be challenging and anxiety-inducing to hold and sit with. To support you during this time, we’ve curated a selection of resources to help you navigate the post-election period with resilience, self-compassion, and community support.

Resources in the Age of 47

Articles, guides, zines, webinars, and videos compiled by the Interaction Institute for Social Change. Access them here: https://bit.ly/3WNFZQG

A group of four young people with varying skin tones stand closely together, embracing each other. They have confident and affectionate expressions as they look directly at the camera.

Dear Trans Kids, You Don’t Need the Government’s Permission to Exist

In this op-ed, Raquel Willis offers advice to trans kids on resisting discriminatory times and calls on the strength and resolve of trans trailblazers throughout history. Read the article here: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/dear-trans-kids-raquel-willis

A colorful, abstract floral design background with the words “FOLX” and “We are here for you” in white text. The background is a mix of pinks, purples and blues.

Mental Health and Coping Tools by FOLX

FOLX put together a roundup of coping strategies, mental health services, and tips for managing election-related anxiety: folxhealth.com/library/mental-health-toolkit-resources-to-take-care-of-yourself

Erin Reed, a young light-skinned trans woman with long dark hair parted in the middle, stands facing the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a black blouse and is in a softly green-lit room. Behind her, a desk holds a plant, and butterfly artwork decorates the wall.

Steps For Transgender People Preparing For Federal Crackdowns Under Trump

Journalist and trans rights activist Erin Reed provides guidance for trans people on steps to take in preparation for anticipated restrictions and legal challenges under Trump’s re-election. Reed’s article covers actions like updating identification documents, obtaining passports with correct gender markers, securing medication supplies, and exploring relocation options to safer areas. Read the article here: erininthemorning.com/p/steps-for-transgender-people-preparing

A person holds a small bouquet of flowers in front of a concrete wall, wearing a grey sweater. Behind them is a collage of black-and-white photographs interspersed with pink and teal shapes, creating a contrast between soft florals and sharp lines. The person's face is obscured, inviting interpretation of their feelings. The composition combines a sense of hope and peace, represented by the flowers, with conflict and chaos symbolized by the background images. The scene feels both unsettling and thought-provoking.

How to survive the apocalypse (again)

This article by non-binary trans woman Kai Cheng Thom dives into ways to cope and build resilience through community, self-care, and connection. Whether you’re looking for tips on managing stress, tools for self-care, or stories that reflect our shared struggles, this piece offers insight and support for trans folks who know how hard it can be: xtramagazine.com/health/survive-mental-health-homophobia-transphobia-268850

Illustration of a person with purple hair holding a red star close to their chest, wearing a yellow sweater. The background is a deep blue, adding contrast to the warm colors of their clothing and the star.

Finding Support & Building Community After the 2024 Elections: A Guide for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth

To help support LGBTQIA2S+ young people process the outcome of the election, as well as find support and build community, The Trevor Project has a number of tips to consider and explore: thetrevorproject.org/blog/finding-support-building-community-after-the-2024-elections

A person of color with a nose ring is holding a necklace with a symbol on it. The text "How to survive the election. Jade Barber" is on a yellow background and the text "Drummond St Services Queerspace" is at the bottom of the image.

How To Survive the Election as a Trans Person

Written by Jade Barber for Queerspace

Written in Australia two years ago, this article offers timeless advice for trans people navigating the challenges of election cycles—advice that applies especially to the 2024 U.S. general election. It highlights how elections often amplify anti-trans rhetoric and policies, impacting trans communities’ mental health and safety. The article suggests strategies for protecting one’s well-being, like setting boundaries on political discussions, staying informed selectively, focusing on self-care, and connecting with supportive communities. By prioritizing personal resilience and choosing how and when to engage, trans people can protect themselves from the intense scrutiny and negativity that often accompany election periods.

TWLOHA’s Mental Health Toolkit

The resources in To Write Love on Her Arms’ Mental Health Toolkit offer valuable support for trans people facing the pressures of the 2024 U.S. general election. These resources emphasize coping strategies, self-care practices, and mental health tips that can help individuals manage stress, set boundaries, and seek community support during politically charged times. By providing guides on handling anxiety, grounding exercises, and connection to support networks, TWLOHA equips trans people with tools to navigate the heightened emotional impact that elections can bring.

Access the toolkit at twloha.com/mental-health-toolkit

The 2024 Elections and Beyond: Fortifying Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Our Ecosystems Toolkit

This toolkit from the Building Movement Project offers a series of frameworks and accompanying worksheets for individuals, organizations, and networks to:

  • Clarify values and identify roles that benefit the broader ecosystem
  • Gather the necessary analysis, partnerships, and tools from our movement “pantry”
  • Consider reasons why organizations may want to engage in rapid response efforts
  • Explore stances such as Defend, Disrupt, Demand, Document, Discuss, Design, and Deepen
  • Fortify our individual and organizational well-being for the months ahead
A poster with a purple and pink galaxy background. The text reads "Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice with Oscar & Prentis" The image features a headshot of Oscar on the left and a headshot of Prentis on the right. Prentis is standing and looking at the camera. Oscar is looking to the side. Both headshots are set into circles.

Recording of the Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice

On November 6, 2024, Prentis Hemphill, Alta Starr, and Óscar Trujillo of The Embodiment Institute (TEI) hosted this Post-Election Practice. Watch the recording here.

A graphic showing four ways to take action against injustice: Protect People: This includes harm reduction and protecting targeted people. Defend Civic Institutions: This means safeguarding democratic institutions, such as elections, the EPA, and more. Disrupt and Disobey: This includes strategizing acts of civil disobedience and protest to oppose policies. Build Alternatives: This involves creating parallel institutions, alternative party platforms, and new cultural ways of life. The graphic includes icons for each of the ways to take action.

10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won

The key to taking effective action in a Trump world is to avoid perpetuating the autocrat’s goals of fear, isolation, exhaustion and disorientation. Continue reading: wagingnonviolence.org/2024/11/10-things-to-do-if-trump-wins

The image shows a stencil applied on a surface, with the pink spray paint filling in the stencil, creating the words "Solidarity Not Charity". The stencil is partially obscuring the words. The background is a mix of different colored surfaces.

How To Start A Mutual Aid Program

Big Door Brigade is a website that provides resources for organizing community-based mutual aid efforts. It offers guidance, tools, and examples for building systems of solidarity and support outside traditional charity or government assistance, focusing on community resilience and self-reliance. Visit bigdoorbrigade.com

A photo of a group of young protestors raising their fists in front of a police force.

How To Start A Copwatch

This PDF provides everything you need to know to start a copwatch for your action or community. Copwatching is a form of direct action in which autonomous, loosely affiliated groups set out to observe and document police activity as a way of preventing police misconduct and brutality. Download from workersdefensealliance.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/HOWTOCOPWATCH.pdf

 

04 – Resources – MAC – Mapping Action Collective – Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
Apr 1 all-day
04 - Resources - MAC - Mapping Action Collective - Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults

 

RESOURCES

Trans Youth and Young Adults

“These rescources selectedf from the Mapping Action Collective

( https://www.oregonyouthresourcemap.com)

Description:

Description:

541 Willamette St #310, Eugene, OR 97401

 

Description:

1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

Description:

Ages: 16-24
Housing & Shelter: Homeless Youth
941 W. 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402
New Roads Drop-In Center: (541) 686-4310
Station 7 Youth Crisis Line: (541) 689-3111

Description:

COVID Message: Hours may be impacted by COVID. Please call for updated hours.
Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 12-21
Languages: English, Spanish
Ages: 12-21
Housing & Shelter: Housing Services
1202 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Nativity Lutheran Church, 60850 Brosterhous Rd., Bend

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Prineville Presbyterian Church, 1771 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
5633 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97206

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 200, Springfield, OR 97477
Crystal Falk, Director of Youth and Family Services: (541) 686-5060

Description:

COVID Message: Building temporarily closed due to COVID, please reach out via phone or email to get support.Languages: English
Ages: 16-25
Mental Health: Support Groups

Description:

Description:

3620 SE Powell Blvd, #102 Portland OR 97202​

Description:

COVID Message: Counseling and Assessments for Surgery letters are being conducted via teletherapy or phone. In-office visits are offered to existing clients on a case-by-case basis.
Cost: Brave Space primarily works with people with Oregon Health Plan insurance. If you have private insurance, please check out our resource guide for therapists who take your insurance.
Dillehunt Hall, Room 1007 3235 S.W. Pavilion Loop Portland, OR 97239

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

Description:

Business: (541) 386-4808
24 Hour Hotline: (541) 386-6603

Description:

Description:

Basic Needs: Public Transit

Description:

Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: 1) You identify as transgender (FTM, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity within the trans umbrella.) 2) You cannot afford to purchase a binder, or you cannot safely obtain a binder.

Description:

Are you able to pay for hair removal services out of pocket?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards hair removal services?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Description:

Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (MTF, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity assigned male at birth within the trans umbrella.) You cannot afford to purchase femme shapewear, or you cannot safely obtain femme shapewear. We accept all requests for support, and applications are open year-round. Once you complete your application, your request will be added to our waitlist. Shipping is discrete and 100% free, and we ship internationally to 90+ countries and counting.
Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford or access femme shapewear. We ask that you consider your access before applying.

Description:

Eligibility: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You have financial need that prevents you from affording hormone replacement therapy. You are 18 years old or older (19+ in Nebraska) at the time you apply. You live in one of the states Plume serves. You are not currently on Medicare. If you live in CO or KY, you are not currently on Medicaid.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid?

Do you live in a state whose Medicaid plans cover HRT?

Are you employed and able to pay for HRT out of pocket?

Are there nearby clinics that offer HRT with informed consent?

Do you have reliable transportation options to access a provider?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: We have very few requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You are 18 years of age or older at the time of your surgery, or have consent from your legal guardian(s) and healthcare provider(s). You have financial need that prevents you from affording gender-affirming surgery. You can demonstrate past attempts at affording care (i.e. saving money, fundraising, attempting to get insurance coverage). You complete your surgery in the United States with a US-based surgeon.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid? (Learn more)

Do you have access to healthcare providers who are trans competent, and are able to travel to them to receive care?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards surgery?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: It is a benefit for eligible Health Share of Oregon members in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.
Languages: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Somali, Swahili
9955 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220

Description:

Basic Needs: Transportation

Description:

Basic Needs: Transportation
10055 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216
Energy Assistance: (503) 294-7444
Housing & Rent Assistance: (503) 721-1740

Description:

650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209

Description:

Day Services & Drop-in: Mail, Laundry, & Showers
610 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

Description:

Call or Text: (541) 246-4046
24/7 Text (541) 246-4046

Description:

Maximum age served: 18
605 W 4th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

Description:

Springfield: (541) 726-3714

Description:

1175 G St, Springfield, 97477

Description:

1160 Grant St, Eugene, OR 97402

Description:

3500 E 17th Ave, Eugene, 97403

Description:

Text “START” to 678678

Description:

323 E 12th Ave, Eugene, 97401

Description:

1300 Irvington Dr, Eugene, 97404

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: Veteran Services
0 – Helpline – TL – Trans Lifeline Saving Lives – (877) 565-8860 – Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone
Apr 1 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Helpline - TL - Trans Lifeline Saving Lives - (877) 565-8860 - Mondays - Fridays - 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone

 

HOTLINE

USA (877) 565-8860

CANADA (877) 330-8336

 

Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST

Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in a crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans.Oprime 2 para hablar con alguien en español.

When you contact us, you’ll be connected to a trans/nonbinary peer operator
Full anonymity and confidentiality
No nonconsensual active rescue (calling 911, emergency services, or law enforcement)

Trans Lifeline’s hotline operating hours are Monday through Friday:

10 AM – 6 PM Pacific
11 AM – 7 PM Mountain
12 PM – 8 PM Central
1 PM – 9 PM Eastern

When volumes are high, it may take longer to get connected—please try calling or texting again.

0 – Línea de ayuda – TL – Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas – (877) 565-8860 – Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone
Apr 1 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Línea de ayuda - TL - Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas - (877) 565-8860 - Lunes - Viernes - 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone

 

 

 

LÍNEA DIRECTA

Estados Unidos (877) 565-8860

CANADÁ (877) 330-8336

Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST

Línea directa in español

La línea directa de Trans Lifeline es un servicio telefónico de apoyo dirigido por personas transgénero para las personas transgénero y/o que están cuestionando su género. Creemos que el mejor apoyo que las personas Trans pueden recibir es el de los miembros de la comunidad Trans con experiencias de vida compartidas.

Llámanos si necesitas a alguien Trans con quien hablar, incluso si no estás en crisis o no sabes con certeza si eres transgénero.

Marca al (877) 565-8860 en los Estados Unidos o al (877) 330-6366 en Canadá y oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español.

 

Apr
2
Wed
2025
0 – Bundled Events – TL – Trans Lifeline: Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief @ phone
Apr 2 all-day

 

 

Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief

 

Like many folks, we continue to process the various presidential actions Trump took during his first day of office. The White House’s website lists 46 items, including executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations related to his intention to militarize the U.S.-Mexico border, to restore the pace and scale of fossil fuel extraction and energy production, to end birthright citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment, to pardon Jan. 6 insurrectionists, to create federal definitions of “women” and “girls” as females and “men” and “boys” as males, defining male and female as biological, binary, and immutable, and to terminate all DEI, accessibility, and environmental justice offices and positions across the federal government, just to name a few. Constitutionally, the President can’t create laws, but the position does have broad authority to direct how the federal agencies enforce the law.

While it remains to be seen what the approval, rollout, and implementation of any of these will look like, we want to reiterate that no matter what happens, we will find ways to show up for the community through mutual aid, peer support, and innovative care practices. Political flashpoints like this have amplified issues that impact us directly, stirring up a range of emotions that can be challenging and anxiety-inducing to hold and sit with. To support you during this time, we’ve curated a selection of resources to help you navigate the post-election period with resilience, self-compassion, and community support.

Resources in the Age of 47

Articles, guides, zines, webinars, and videos compiled by the Interaction Institute for Social Change. Access them here: https://bit.ly/3WNFZQG

A group of four young people with varying skin tones stand closely together, embracing each other. They have confident and affectionate expressions as they look directly at the camera.

Dear Trans Kids, You Don’t Need the Government’s Permission to Exist

In this op-ed, Raquel Willis offers advice to trans kids on resisting discriminatory times and calls on the strength and resolve of trans trailblazers throughout history. Read the article here: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/dear-trans-kids-raquel-willis

A colorful, abstract floral design background with the words “FOLX” and “We are here for you” in white text. The background is a mix of pinks, purples and blues.

Mental Health and Coping Tools by FOLX

FOLX put together a roundup of coping strategies, mental health services, and tips for managing election-related anxiety: folxhealth.com/library/mental-health-toolkit-resources-to-take-care-of-yourself

Erin Reed, a young light-skinned trans woman with long dark hair parted in the middle, stands facing the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a black blouse and is in a softly green-lit room. Behind her, a desk holds a plant, and butterfly artwork decorates the wall.

Steps For Transgender People Preparing For Federal Crackdowns Under Trump

Journalist and trans rights activist Erin Reed provides guidance for trans people on steps to take in preparation for anticipated restrictions and legal challenges under Trump’s re-election. Reed’s article covers actions like updating identification documents, obtaining passports with correct gender markers, securing medication supplies, and exploring relocation options to safer areas. Read the article here: erininthemorning.com/p/steps-for-transgender-people-preparing

A person holds a small bouquet of flowers in front of a concrete wall, wearing a grey sweater. Behind them is a collage of black-and-white photographs interspersed with pink and teal shapes, creating a contrast between soft florals and sharp lines. The person's face is obscured, inviting interpretation of their feelings. The composition combines a sense of hope and peace, represented by the flowers, with conflict and chaos symbolized by the background images. The scene feels both unsettling and thought-provoking.

How to survive the apocalypse (again)

This article by non-binary trans woman Kai Cheng Thom dives into ways to cope and build resilience through community, self-care, and connection. Whether you’re looking for tips on managing stress, tools for self-care, or stories that reflect our shared struggles, this piece offers insight and support for trans folks who know how hard it can be: xtramagazine.com/health/survive-mental-health-homophobia-transphobia-268850

Illustration of a person with purple hair holding a red star close to their chest, wearing a yellow sweater. The background is a deep blue, adding contrast to the warm colors of their clothing and the star.

Finding Support & Building Community After the 2024 Elections: A Guide for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth

To help support LGBTQIA2S+ young people process the outcome of the election, as well as find support and build community, The Trevor Project has a number of tips to consider and explore: thetrevorproject.org/blog/finding-support-building-community-after-the-2024-elections

A person of color with a nose ring is holding a necklace with a symbol on it. The text "How to survive the election. Jade Barber" is on a yellow background and the text "Drummond St Services Queerspace" is at the bottom of the image.

How To Survive the Election as a Trans Person

Written by Jade Barber for Queerspace

Written in Australia two years ago, this article offers timeless advice for trans people navigating the challenges of election cycles—advice that applies especially to the 2024 U.S. general election. It highlights how elections often amplify anti-trans rhetoric and policies, impacting trans communities’ mental health and safety. The article suggests strategies for protecting one’s well-being, like setting boundaries on political discussions, staying informed selectively, focusing on self-care, and connecting with supportive communities. By prioritizing personal resilience and choosing how and when to engage, trans people can protect themselves from the intense scrutiny and negativity that often accompany election periods.

TWLOHA’s Mental Health Toolkit

The resources in To Write Love on Her Arms’ Mental Health Toolkit offer valuable support for trans people facing the pressures of the 2024 U.S. general election. These resources emphasize coping strategies, self-care practices, and mental health tips that can help individuals manage stress, set boundaries, and seek community support during politically charged times. By providing guides on handling anxiety, grounding exercises, and connection to support networks, TWLOHA equips trans people with tools to navigate the heightened emotional impact that elections can bring.

Access the toolkit at twloha.com/mental-health-toolkit

The 2024 Elections and Beyond: Fortifying Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Our Ecosystems Toolkit

This toolkit from the Building Movement Project offers a series of frameworks and accompanying worksheets for individuals, organizations, and networks to:

  • Clarify values and identify roles that benefit the broader ecosystem
  • Gather the necessary analysis, partnerships, and tools from our movement “pantry”
  • Consider reasons why organizations may want to engage in rapid response efforts
  • Explore stances such as Defend, Disrupt, Demand, Document, Discuss, Design, and Deepen
  • Fortify our individual and organizational well-being for the months ahead
A poster with a purple and pink galaxy background. The text reads "Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice with Oscar & Prentis" The image features a headshot of Oscar on the left and a headshot of Prentis on the right. Prentis is standing and looking at the camera. Oscar is looking to the side. Both headshots are set into circles.

Recording of the Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice

On November 6, 2024, Prentis Hemphill, Alta Starr, and Óscar Trujillo of The Embodiment Institute (TEI) hosted this Post-Election Practice. Watch the recording here.

A graphic showing four ways to take action against injustice: Protect People: This includes harm reduction and protecting targeted people. Defend Civic Institutions: This means safeguarding democratic institutions, such as elections, the EPA, and more. Disrupt and Disobey: This includes strategizing acts of civil disobedience and protest to oppose policies. Build Alternatives: This involves creating parallel institutions, alternative party platforms, and new cultural ways of life. The graphic includes icons for each of the ways to take action.

10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won

The key to taking effective action in a Trump world is to avoid perpetuating the autocrat’s goals of fear, isolation, exhaustion and disorientation. Continue reading: wagingnonviolence.org/2024/11/10-things-to-do-if-trump-wins

The image shows a stencil applied on a surface, with the pink spray paint filling in the stencil, creating the words "Solidarity Not Charity". The stencil is partially obscuring the words. The background is a mix of different colored surfaces.

How To Start A Mutual Aid Program

Big Door Brigade is a website that provides resources for organizing community-based mutual aid efforts. It offers guidance, tools, and examples for building systems of solidarity and support outside traditional charity or government assistance, focusing on community resilience and self-reliance. Visit bigdoorbrigade.com

A photo of a group of young protestors raising their fists in front of a police force.

How To Start A Copwatch

This PDF provides everything you need to know to start a copwatch for your action or community. Copwatching is a form of direct action in which autonomous, loosely affiliated groups set out to observe and document police activity as a way of preventing police misconduct and brutality. Download from workersdefensealliance.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/HOWTOCOPWATCH.pdf

 

04 – Resources – MAC – Mapping Action Collective – Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
Apr 2 all-day
04 - Resources - MAC - Mapping Action Collective - Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults

 

RESOURCES

Trans Youth and Young Adults

“These rescources selectedf from the Mapping Action Collective

( https://www.oregonyouthresourcemap.com)

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541 Willamette St #310, Eugene, OR 97401

 

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1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

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Ages: 16-24
Housing & Shelter: Homeless Youth
941 W. 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402
New Roads Drop-In Center: (541) 686-4310
Station 7 Youth Crisis Line: (541) 689-3111

Description:

COVID Message: Hours may be impacted by COVID. Please call for updated hours.
Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 12-21
Languages: English, Spanish
Ages: 12-21
Housing & Shelter: Housing Services
1202 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Nativity Lutheran Church, 60850 Brosterhous Rd., Bend

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Prineville Presbyterian Church, 1771 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
5633 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97206

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 200, Springfield, OR 97477
Crystal Falk, Director of Youth and Family Services: (541) 686-5060

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COVID Message: Building temporarily closed due to COVID, please reach out via phone or email to get support.Languages: English
Ages: 16-25
Mental Health: Support Groups

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3620 SE Powell Blvd, #102 Portland OR 97202​

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COVID Message: Counseling and Assessments for Surgery letters are being conducted via teletherapy or phone. In-office visits are offered to existing clients on a case-by-case basis.
Cost: Brave Space primarily works with people with Oregon Health Plan insurance. If you have private insurance, please check out our resource guide for therapists who take your insurance.
Dillehunt Hall, Room 1007 3235 S.W. Pavilion Loop Portland, OR 97239

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

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Business: (541) 386-4808
24 Hour Hotline: (541) 386-6603

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Basic Needs: Public Transit

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Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: 1) You identify as transgender (FTM, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity within the trans umbrella.) 2) You cannot afford to purchase a binder, or you cannot safely obtain a binder.

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Are you able to pay for hair removal services out of pocket?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards hair removal services?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

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Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (MTF, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity assigned male at birth within the trans umbrella.) You cannot afford to purchase femme shapewear, or you cannot safely obtain femme shapewear. We accept all requests for support, and applications are open year-round. Once you complete your application, your request will be added to our waitlist. Shipping is discrete and 100% free, and we ship internationally to 90+ countries and counting.
Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford or access femme shapewear. We ask that you consider your access before applying.

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Eligibility: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You have financial need that prevents you from affording hormone replacement therapy. You are 18 years old or older (19+ in Nebraska) at the time you apply. You live in one of the states Plume serves. You are not currently on Medicare. If you live in CO or KY, you are not currently on Medicaid.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid?

Do you live in a state whose Medicaid plans cover HRT?

Are you employed and able to pay for HRT out of pocket?

Are there nearby clinics that offer HRT with informed consent?

Do you have reliable transportation options to access a provider?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: We have very few requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You are 18 years of age or older at the time of your surgery, or have consent from your legal guardian(s) and healthcare provider(s). You have financial need that prevents you from affording gender-affirming surgery. You can demonstrate past attempts at affording care (i.e. saving money, fundraising, attempting to get insurance coverage). You complete your surgery in the United States with a US-based surgeon.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid? (Learn more)

Do you have access to healthcare providers who are trans competent, and are able to travel to them to receive care?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards surgery?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: It is a benefit for eligible Health Share of Oregon members in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.
Languages: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Somali, Swahili
9955 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220

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Basic Needs: Transportation

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Basic Needs: Transportation
10055 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216
Energy Assistance: (503) 294-7444
Housing & Rent Assistance: (503) 721-1740

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650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209

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Day Services & Drop-in: Mail, Laundry, & Showers
610 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

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Call or Text: (541) 246-4046
24/7 Text (541) 246-4046

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Maximum age served: 18
605 W 4th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

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Springfield: (541) 726-3714

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1175 G St, Springfield, 97477

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1160 Grant St, Eugene, OR 97402

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3500 E 17th Ave, Eugene, 97403

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Text “START” to 678678

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323 E 12th Ave, Eugene, 97401

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1300 Irvington Dr, Eugene, 97404

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Community Resources: Veteran Services
0 – Helpline – TL – Trans Lifeline Saving Lives – (877) 565-8860 – Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone
Apr 2 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Helpline - TL - Trans Lifeline Saving Lives - (877) 565-8860 - Mondays - Fridays - 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone

 

HOTLINE

USA (877) 565-8860

CANADA (877) 330-8336

 

Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST

Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in a crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans.Oprime 2 para hablar con alguien en español.

When you contact us, you’ll be connected to a trans/nonbinary peer operator
Full anonymity and confidentiality
No nonconsensual active rescue (calling 911, emergency services, or law enforcement)

Trans Lifeline’s hotline operating hours are Monday through Friday:

10 AM – 6 PM Pacific
11 AM – 7 PM Mountain
12 PM – 8 PM Central
1 PM – 9 PM Eastern

When volumes are high, it may take longer to get connected—please try calling or texting again.

0 – Línea de ayuda – TL – Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas – (877) 565-8860 – Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone
Apr 2 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Línea de ayuda - TL - Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas - (877) 565-8860 - Lunes - Viernes - 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone

 

 

 

LÍNEA DIRECTA

Estados Unidos (877) 565-8860

CANADÁ (877) 330-8336

Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST

Línea directa in español

La línea directa de Trans Lifeline es un servicio telefónico de apoyo dirigido por personas transgénero para las personas transgénero y/o que están cuestionando su género. Creemos que el mejor apoyo que las personas Trans pueden recibir es el de los miembros de la comunidad Trans con experiencias de vida compartidas.

Llámanos si necesitas a alguien Trans con quien hablar, incluso si no estás en crisis o no sabes con certeza si eres transgénero.

Marca al (877) 565-8860 en los Estados Unidos o al (877) 330-6366 en Canadá y oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español.

 

TACT – Trans Advocacy & Care Team – Transmasc Support Group – 1st and 3rd Wednesdays @ Online Via ZOOM
Apr 2 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
TACT - Trans Advocacy & Care Team - Transmasc Support Group - 1st and 3rd Wednesdays @ Online Via ZOOM

Transmasc Support Group

1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 4-5:30 pm PST

A group for trans folks who want to process together through creative writing, crafts, and other activities.

Our peer support groups are spaces for connection and healing through community.

​Join our mailing list to know when new groups are launching!

Groups meet virtually via zoom on a bi-weekly basis and are led by peer facilitator volunteers.

Join A Support Group

​Our peer support groups are facilitated by Peer Facilitators who have lived expertise and identify within the umbrella identity of the group they are facilitating. Our Peer Facilitators are not licensed therapists or social workers—they are trans folks holding space for healing and connection with other trans folks.

We strive to make our peer support groups as welcoming and accessible as possible. If you have any accessibility or accommodation requests that would help you access or feel more supported in our groups, please indicate these when you fill out our Group Consent Form.

 

 

 

Apr
3
Thu
2025
0 – Bundled Events – TL – Trans Lifeline: Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief @ phone
Apr 3 all-day

 

 

Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief

 

Like many folks, we continue to process the various presidential actions Trump took during his first day of office. The White House’s website lists 46 items, including executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations related to his intention to militarize the U.S.-Mexico border, to restore the pace and scale of fossil fuel extraction and energy production, to end birthright citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment, to pardon Jan. 6 insurrectionists, to create federal definitions of “women” and “girls” as females and “men” and “boys” as males, defining male and female as biological, binary, and immutable, and to terminate all DEI, accessibility, and environmental justice offices and positions across the federal government, just to name a few. Constitutionally, the President can’t create laws, but the position does have broad authority to direct how the federal agencies enforce the law.

While it remains to be seen what the approval, rollout, and implementation of any of these will look like, we want to reiterate that no matter what happens, we will find ways to show up for the community through mutual aid, peer support, and innovative care practices. Political flashpoints like this have amplified issues that impact us directly, stirring up a range of emotions that can be challenging and anxiety-inducing to hold and sit with. To support you during this time, we’ve curated a selection of resources to help you navigate the post-election period with resilience, self-compassion, and community support.

Resources in the Age of 47

Articles, guides, zines, webinars, and videos compiled by the Interaction Institute for Social Change. Access them here: https://bit.ly/3WNFZQG

A group of four young people with varying skin tones stand closely together, embracing each other. They have confident and affectionate expressions as they look directly at the camera.

Dear Trans Kids, You Don’t Need the Government’s Permission to Exist

In this op-ed, Raquel Willis offers advice to trans kids on resisting discriminatory times and calls on the strength and resolve of trans trailblazers throughout history. Read the article here: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/dear-trans-kids-raquel-willis

A colorful, abstract floral design background with the words “FOLX” and “We are here for you” in white text. The background is a mix of pinks, purples and blues.

Mental Health and Coping Tools by FOLX

FOLX put together a roundup of coping strategies, mental health services, and tips for managing election-related anxiety: folxhealth.com/library/mental-health-toolkit-resources-to-take-care-of-yourself

Erin Reed, a young light-skinned trans woman with long dark hair parted in the middle, stands facing the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a black blouse and is in a softly green-lit room. Behind her, a desk holds a plant, and butterfly artwork decorates the wall.

Steps For Transgender People Preparing For Federal Crackdowns Under Trump

Journalist and trans rights activist Erin Reed provides guidance for trans people on steps to take in preparation for anticipated restrictions and legal challenges under Trump’s re-election. Reed’s article covers actions like updating identification documents, obtaining passports with correct gender markers, securing medication supplies, and exploring relocation options to safer areas. Read the article here: erininthemorning.com/p/steps-for-transgender-people-preparing

A person holds a small bouquet of flowers in front of a concrete wall, wearing a grey sweater. Behind them is a collage of black-and-white photographs interspersed with pink and teal shapes, creating a contrast between soft florals and sharp lines. The person's face is obscured, inviting interpretation of their feelings. The composition combines a sense of hope and peace, represented by the flowers, with conflict and chaos symbolized by the background images. The scene feels both unsettling and thought-provoking.

How to survive the apocalypse (again)

This article by non-binary trans woman Kai Cheng Thom dives into ways to cope and build resilience through community, self-care, and connection. Whether you’re looking for tips on managing stress, tools for self-care, or stories that reflect our shared struggles, this piece offers insight and support for trans folks who know how hard it can be: xtramagazine.com/health/survive-mental-health-homophobia-transphobia-268850

Illustration of a person with purple hair holding a red star close to their chest, wearing a yellow sweater. The background is a deep blue, adding contrast to the warm colors of their clothing and the star.

Finding Support & Building Community After the 2024 Elections: A Guide for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth

To help support LGBTQIA2S+ young people process the outcome of the election, as well as find support and build community, The Trevor Project has a number of tips to consider and explore: thetrevorproject.org/blog/finding-support-building-community-after-the-2024-elections

A person of color with a nose ring is holding a necklace with a symbol on it. The text "How to survive the election. Jade Barber" is on a yellow background and the text "Drummond St Services Queerspace" is at the bottom of the image.

How To Survive the Election as a Trans Person

Written by Jade Barber for Queerspace

Written in Australia two years ago, this article offers timeless advice for trans people navigating the challenges of election cycles—advice that applies especially to the 2024 U.S. general election. It highlights how elections often amplify anti-trans rhetoric and policies, impacting trans communities’ mental health and safety. The article suggests strategies for protecting one’s well-being, like setting boundaries on political discussions, staying informed selectively, focusing on self-care, and connecting with supportive communities. By prioritizing personal resilience and choosing how and when to engage, trans people can protect themselves from the intense scrutiny and negativity that often accompany election periods.

TWLOHA’s Mental Health Toolkit

The resources in To Write Love on Her Arms’ Mental Health Toolkit offer valuable support for trans people facing the pressures of the 2024 U.S. general election. These resources emphasize coping strategies, self-care practices, and mental health tips that can help individuals manage stress, set boundaries, and seek community support during politically charged times. By providing guides on handling anxiety, grounding exercises, and connection to support networks, TWLOHA equips trans people with tools to navigate the heightened emotional impact that elections can bring.

Access the toolkit at twloha.com/mental-health-toolkit

The 2024 Elections and Beyond: Fortifying Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Our Ecosystems Toolkit

This toolkit from the Building Movement Project offers a series of frameworks and accompanying worksheets for individuals, organizations, and networks to:

  • Clarify values and identify roles that benefit the broader ecosystem
  • Gather the necessary analysis, partnerships, and tools from our movement “pantry”
  • Consider reasons why organizations may want to engage in rapid response efforts
  • Explore stances such as Defend, Disrupt, Demand, Document, Discuss, Design, and Deepen
  • Fortify our individual and organizational well-being for the months ahead
A poster with a purple and pink galaxy background. The text reads "Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice with Oscar & Prentis" The image features a headshot of Oscar on the left and a headshot of Prentis on the right. Prentis is standing and looking at the camera. Oscar is looking to the side. Both headshots are set into circles.

Recording of the Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice

On November 6, 2024, Prentis Hemphill, Alta Starr, and Óscar Trujillo of The Embodiment Institute (TEI) hosted this Post-Election Practice. Watch the recording here.

A graphic showing four ways to take action against injustice: Protect People: This includes harm reduction and protecting targeted people. Defend Civic Institutions: This means safeguarding democratic institutions, such as elections, the EPA, and more. Disrupt and Disobey: This includes strategizing acts of civil disobedience and protest to oppose policies. Build Alternatives: This involves creating parallel institutions, alternative party platforms, and new cultural ways of life. The graphic includes icons for each of the ways to take action.

10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won

The key to taking effective action in a Trump world is to avoid perpetuating the autocrat’s goals of fear, isolation, exhaustion and disorientation. Continue reading: wagingnonviolence.org/2024/11/10-things-to-do-if-trump-wins

The image shows a stencil applied on a surface, with the pink spray paint filling in the stencil, creating the words "Solidarity Not Charity". The stencil is partially obscuring the words. The background is a mix of different colored surfaces.

How To Start A Mutual Aid Program

Big Door Brigade is a website that provides resources for organizing community-based mutual aid efforts. It offers guidance, tools, and examples for building systems of solidarity and support outside traditional charity or government assistance, focusing on community resilience and self-reliance. Visit bigdoorbrigade.com

A photo of a group of young protestors raising their fists in front of a police force.

How To Start A Copwatch

This PDF provides everything you need to know to start a copwatch for your action or community. Copwatching is a form of direct action in which autonomous, loosely affiliated groups set out to observe and document police activity as a way of preventing police misconduct and brutality. Download from workersdefensealliance.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/HOWTOCOPWATCH.pdf

 

04 – Resources – MAC – Mapping Action Collective – Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
Apr 3 all-day
04 - Resources - MAC - Mapping Action Collective - Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults

 

RESOURCES

Trans Youth and Young Adults

“These rescources selectedf from the Mapping Action Collective

( https://www.oregonyouthresourcemap.com)

Description:

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541 Willamette St #310, Eugene, OR 97401

 

Description:

1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

Description:

Ages: 16-24
Housing & Shelter: Homeless Youth
941 W. 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402
New Roads Drop-In Center: (541) 686-4310
Station 7 Youth Crisis Line: (541) 689-3111

Description:

COVID Message: Hours may be impacted by COVID. Please call for updated hours.
Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 12-21
Languages: English, Spanish
Ages: 12-21
Housing & Shelter: Housing Services
1202 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Nativity Lutheran Church, 60850 Brosterhous Rd., Bend

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Prineville Presbyterian Church, 1771 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
5633 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97206

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 200, Springfield, OR 97477
Crystal Falk, Director of Youth and Family Services: (541) 686-5060

Description:

COVID Message: Building temporarily closed due to COVID, please reach out via phone or email to get support.Languages: English
Ages: 16-25
Mental Health: Support Groups

Description:

Description:

3620 SE Powell Blvd, #102 Portland OR 97202​

Description:

COVID Message: Counseling and Assessments for Surgery letters are being conducted via teletherapy or phone. In-office visits are offered to existing clients on a case-by-case basis.
Cost: Brave Space primarily works with people with Oregon Health Plan insurance. If you have private insurance, please check out our resource guide for therapists who take your insurance.
Dillehunt Hall, Room 1007 3235 S.W. Pavilion Loop Portland, OR 97239

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

Description:

Business: (541) 386-4808
24 Hour Hotline: (541) 386-6603

Description:

Description:

Basic Needs: Public Transit

Description:

Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: 1) You identify as transgender (FTM, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity within the trans umbrella.) 2) You cannot afford to purchase a binder, or you cannot safely obtain a binder.

Description:

Are you able to pay for hair removal services out of pocket?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards hair removal services?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Description:

Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (MTF, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity assigned male at birth within the trans umbrella.) You cannot afford to purchase femme shapewear, or you cannot safely obtain femme shapewear. We accept all requests for support, and applications are open year-round. Once you complete your application, your request will be added to our waitlist. Shipping is discrete and 100% free, and we ship internationally to 90+ countries and counting.
Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford or access femme shapewear. We ask that you consider your access before applying.

Description:

Eligibility: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You have financial need that prevents you from affording hormone replacement therapy. You are 18 years old or older (19+ in Nebraska) at the time you apply. You live in one of the states Plume serves. You are not currently on Medicare. If you live in CO or KY, you are not currently on Medicaid.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid?

Do you live in a state whose Medicaid plans cover HRT?

Are you employed and able to pay for HRT out of pocket?

Are there nearby clinics that offer HRT with informed consent?

Do you have reliable transportation options to access a provider?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: We have very few requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You are 18 years of age or older at the time of your surgery, or have consent from your legal guardian(s) and healthcare provider(s). You have financial need that prevents you from affording gender-affirming surgery. You can demonstrate past attempts at affording care (i.e. saving money, fundraising, attempting to get insurance coverage). You complete your surgery in the United States with a US-based surgeon.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid? (Learn more)

Do you have access to healthcare providers who are trans competent, and are able to travel to them to receive care?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards surgery?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: It is a benefit for eligible Health Share of Oregon members in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.
Languages: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Somali, Swahili
9955 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220

Description:

Basic Needs: Transportation

Description:

Basic Needs: Transportation
10055 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216
Energy Assistance: (503) 294-7444
Housing & Rent Assistance: (503) 721-1740

Description:

650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209

Description:

Day Services & Drop-in: Mail, Laundry, & Showers
610 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

Description:

Call or Text: (541) 246-4046
24/7 Text (541) 246-4046

Description:

Maximum age served: 18
605 W 4th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

Description:

Springfield: (541) 726-3714

Description:

1175 G St, Springfield, 97477

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1160 Grant St, Eugene, OR 97402

Description:

3500 E 17th Ave, Eugene, 97403

Description:

Text “START” to 678678

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323 E 12th Ave, Eugene, 97401

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1300 Irvington Dr, Eugene, 97404

Description:

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Community Resources: Veteran Services
0 – Helpline – TL – Trans Lifeline Saving Lives – (877) 565-8860 – Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone
Apr 3 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Helpline - TL - Trans Lifeline Saving Lives - (877) 565-8860 - Mondays - Fridays - 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone

 

HOTLINE

USA (877) 565-8860

CANADA (877) 330-8336

 

Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST

Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in a crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans.Oprime 2 para hablar con alguien en español.

When you contact us, you’ll be connected to a trans/nonbinary peer operator
Full anonymity and confidentiality
No nonconsensual active rescue (calling 911, emergency services, or law enforcement)

Trans Lifeline’s hotline operating hours are Monday through Friday:

10 AM – 6 PM Pacific
11 AM – 7 PM Mountain
12 PM – 8 PM Central
1 PM – 9 PM Eastern

When volumes are high, it may take longer to get connected—please try calling or texting again.

0 – Línea de ayuda – TL – Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas – (877) 565-8860 – Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone
Apr 3 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Línea de ayuda - TL - Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas - (877) 565-8860 - Lunes - Viernes - 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone

 

 

 

LÍNEA DIRECTA

Estados Unidos (877) 565-8860

CANADÁ (877) 330-8336

Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST

Línea directa in español

La línea directa de Trans Lifeline es un servicio telefónico de apoyo dirigido por personas transgénero para las personas transgénero y/o que están cuestionando su género. Creemos que el mejor apoyo que las personas Trans pueden recibir es el de los miembros de la comunidad Trans con experiencias de vida compartidas.

Llámanos si necesitas a alguien Trans con quien hablar, incluso si no estás en crisis o no sabes con certeza si eres transgénero.

Marca al (877) 565-8860 en los Estados Unidos o al (877) 330-6366 en Canadá y oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español.

 

PAIAA – Portland Area Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous – Extended Family – Thursdays @ Online Via Zoom
Apr 3 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

 

Portland Area Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous

EXTENDED FAMILY

Thursday,

 

  • Gay
  • LGBTQ
  • Lesbian
  • Open
  • Transgender

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.

Online at https://us04web.zoom.us/j/5893745571

 

JOIN WITH ZOOM

 

What Is Alcoholics Anonymous?

Alcoholics Anonymous is a community of men and women who have found a solution to their drinking problem. We are:

  • Anonymous – no personal information, no last names
  • Nonprofessional – no paid counselors
  • Self-supporting – no cost except what we choose to put in the basket
  • Inclusive – everyone is welcome
  • Non-political – we don’t take sides
  • Non-sectarian – not promoting any religion
  • Available almost everywhere in the U.S. and world-wide

About Meetings

A.A. Groups conduct meetings, usually weekly, where we share our experience, strength, and hope. Portland area meetings are listed on the Meetings page by day, time, and location.

The two most common kinds of A.A. meetings are:

OPEN MEETINGS: Open to alcoholics and their families, anyone who thinks they may have a drinking problem, as well as anyone curious about A.A.

CLOSED MEETINGS: Limited to those with a desire to stop drinking, they provide an opportunity for sharing on problems related to alcoholism and discussion of solutions found in the recovery program.

What happens at an A.A. Meeting?

Some meetings are specific to men, women, LBGTQ, and speakers of minority languages.  There is often some socializing before the meeting begins. Meetings commonly begin with a short prayer or moment of silence, followed by a few readings from A.A. literature.

Following announcements, the basket is passed; typical contributions are a dollar or two but are not required. The money collected is used for coffee, rent for the meeting space, A.A. literature purchases, and support of local, state, and national A.A. services, such as this website. Large donations are actively discouraged.

Common meeting formats include:

Speaker – one person relating their personal experience with alcoholism and recovery
Group discussion of a topic chosen by the chairperson
Step Study meeting where one or more of the 12 Steps are discussed

In keeping with A.A.’s primary purpose, discussion is generally focused on recovery from alcoholism.

The meeting is typically ended with a prayer, usually the Serenity Prayer or the Lord’s Prayer, often with the group forming a circle and holding hands. Participation in the prayer is optional. More socializing typically follows the close of the formal meeting, and members may gather afterward at a nearby coffee shop.

A.A. Preamble

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS® is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.

The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions.

AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy; neither endorses nor opposes any causes.

Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics achieve sobriety.

 

TACT – Trans Advocacy & Care Team – POC Nonbinary Support Group – 1st and 3rd Thursdays @ Online Via ZOOM
Apr 3 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
TACT - Trans Advocacy & Care Team - POC Nonbinary Support Group - 1st and 3rd Thursdays @ Online Via ZOOM

 

 

POC Nonbinary Support Group

1st and 3rd Thursdays, 7-8:30PM

Our peer support groups are spaces for connection and healing through community.

​Join our mailing list to know when new groups are launching!

Groups meet virtually via zoom on a bi-weekly basis and are led by peer facilitator volunteers.

Join A Support Group

​Our peer support groups are facilitated by Peer Facilitators who have lived expertise and identify within the umbrella identity of the group they are facilitating. Our Peer Facilitators are not licensed therapists or social workers—they are trans folks holding space for healing and connection with other trans folks.

We strive to make our peer support groups as welcoming and accessible as possible. If you have any accessibility or accommodation requests that would help you access or feel more supported in our groups, please indicate these when you fill out our Group Consent Form.

 

 

Apr
4
Fri
2025
0 – Bundled Events – TL – Trans Lifeline: Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief @ phone
Apr 4 all-day

 

 

Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief

 

Like many folks, we continue to process the various presidential actions Trump took during his first day of office. The White House’s website lists 46 items, including executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations related to his intention to militarize the U.S.-Mexico border, to restore the pace and scale of fossil fuel extraction and energy production, to end birthright citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment, to pardon Jan. 6 insurrectionists, to create federal definitions of “women” and “girls” as females and “men” and “boys” as males, defining male and female as biological, binary, and immutable, and to terminate all DEI, accessibility, and environmental justice offices and positions across the federal government, just to name a few. Constitutionally, the President can’t create laws, but the position does have broad authority to direct how the federal agencies enforce the law.

While it remains to be seen what the approval, rollout, and implementation of any of these will look like, we want to reiterate that no matter what happens, we will find ways to show up for the community through mutual aid, peer support, and innovative care practices. Political flashpoints like this have amplified issues that impact us directly, stirring up a range of emotions that can be challenging and anxiety-inducing to hold and sit with. To support you during this time, we’ve curated a selection of resources to help you navigate the post-election period with resilience, self-compassion, and community support.

Resources in the Age of 47

Articles, guides, zines, webinars, and videos compiled by the Interaction Institute for Social Change. Access them here: https://bit.ly/3WNFZQG

A group of four young people with varying skin tones stand closely together, embracing each other. They have confident and affectionate expressions as they look directly at the camera.

Dear Trans Kids, You Don’t Need the Government’s Permission to Exist

In this op-ed, Raquel Willis offers advice to trans kids on resisting discriminatory times and calls on the strength and resolve of trans trailblazers throughout history. Read the article here: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/dear-trans-kids-raquel-willis

A colorful, abstract floral design background with the words “FOLX” and “We are here for you” in white text. The background is a mix of pinks, purples and blues.

Mental Health and Coping Tools by FOLX

FOLX put together a roundup of coping strategies, mental health services, and tips for managing election-related anxiety: folxhealth.com/library/mental-health-toolkit-resources-to-take-care-of-yourself

Erin Reed, a young light-skinned trans woman with long dark hair parted in the middle, stands facing the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a black blouse and is in a softly green-lit room. Behind her, a desk holds a plant, and butterfly artwork decorates the wall.

Steps For Transgender People Preparing For Federal Crackdowns Under Trump

Journalist and trans rights activist Erin Reed provides guidance for trans people on steps to take in preparation for anticipated restrictions and legal challenges under Trump’s re-election. Reed’s article covers actions like updating identification documents, obtaining passports with correct gender markers, securing medication supplies, and exploring relocation options to safer areas. Read the article here: erininthemorning.com/p/steps-for-transgender-people-preparing

A person holds a small bouquet of flowers in front of a concrete wall, wearing a grey sweater. Behind them is a collage of black-and-white photographs interspersed with pink and teal shapes, creating a contrast between soft florals and sharp lines. The person's face is obscured, inviting interpretation of their feelings. The composition combines a sense of hope and peace, represented by the flowers, with conflict and chaos symbolized by the background images. The scene feels both unsettling and thought-provoking.

How to survive the apocalypse (again)

This article by non-binary trans woman Kai Cheng Thom dives into ways to cope and build resilience through community, self-care, and connection. Whether you’re looking for tips on managing stress, tools for self-care, or stories that reflect our shared struggles, this piece offers insight and support for trans folks who know how hard it can be: xtramagazine.com/health/survive-mental-health-homophobia-transphobia-268850

Illustration of a person with purple hair holding a red star close to their chest, wearing a yellow sweater. The background is a deep blue, adding contrast to the warm colors of their clothing and the star.

Finding Support & Building Community After the 2024 Elections: A Guide for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth

To help support LGBTQIA2S+ young people process the outcome of the election, as well as find support and build community, The Trevor Project has a number of tips to consider and explore: thetrevorproject.org/blog/finding-support-building-community-after-the-2024-elections

A person of color with a nose ring is holding a necklace with a symbol on it. The text "How to survive the election. Jade Barber" is on a yellow background and the text "Drummond St Services Queerspace" is at the bottom of the image.

How To Survive the Election as a Trans Person

Written by Jade Barber for Queerspace

Written in Australia two years ago, this article offers timeless advice for trans people navigating the challenges of election cycles—advice that applies especially to the 2024 U.S. general election. It highlights how elections often amplify anti-trans rhetoric and policies, impacting trans communities’ mental health and safety. The article suggests strategies for protecting one’s well-being, like setting boundaries on political discussions, staying informed selectively, focusing on self-care, and connecting with supportive communities. By prioritizing personal resilience and choosing how and when to engage, trans people can protect themselves from the intense scrutiny and negativity that often accompany election periods.

TWLOHA’s Mental Health Toolkit

The resources in To Write Love on Her Arms’ Mental Health Toolkit offer valuable support for trans people facing the pressures of the 2024 U.S. general election. These resources emphasize coping strategies, self-care practices, and mental health tips that can help individuals manage stress, set boundaries, and seek community support during politically charged times. By providing guides on handling anxiety, grounding exercises, and connection to support networks, TWLOHA equips trans people with tools to navigate the heightened emotional impact that elections can bring.

Access the toolkit at twloha.com/mental-health-toolkit

The 2024 Elections and Beyond: Fortifying Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Our Ecosystems Toolkit

This toolkit from the Building Movement Project offers a series of frameworks and accompanying worksheets for individuals, organizations, and networks to:

  • Clarify values and identify roles that benefit the broader ecosystem
  • Gather the necessary analysis, partnerships, and tools from our movement “pantry”
  • Consider reasons why organizations may want to engage in rapid response efforts
  • Explore stances such as Defend, Disrupt, Demand, Document, Discuss, Design, and Deepen
  • Fortify our individual and organizational well-being for the months ahead
A poster with a purple and pink galaxy background. The text reads "Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice with Oscar & Prentis" The image features a headshot of Oscar on the left and a headshot of Prentis on the right. Prentis is standing and looking at the camera. Oscar is looking to the side. Both headshots are set into circles.

Recording of the Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice

On November 6, 2024, Prentis Hemphill, Alta Starr, and Óscar Trujillo of The Embodiment Institute (TEI) hosted this Post-Election Practice. Watch the recording here.

A graphic showing four ways to take action against injustice: Protect People: This includes harm reduction and protecting targeted people. Defend Civic Institutions: This means safeguarding democratic institutions, such as elections, the EPA, and more. Disrupt and Disobey: This includes strategizing acts of civil disobedience and protest to oppose policies. Build Alternatives: This involves creating parallel institutions, alternative party platforms, and new cultural ways of life. The graphic includes icons for each of the ways to take action.

10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won

The key to taking effective action in a Trump world is to avoid perpetuating the autocrat’s goals of fear, isolation, exhaustion and disorientation. Continue reading: wagingnonviolence.org/2024/11/10-things-to-do-if-trump-wins

The image shows a stencil applied on a surface, with the pink spray paint filling in the stencil, creating the words "Solidarity Not Charity". The stencil is partially obscuring the words. The background is a mix of different colored surfaces.

How To Start A Mutual Aid Program

Big Door Brigade is a website that provides resources for organizing community-based mutual aid efforts. It offers guidance, tools, and examples for building systems of solidarity and support outside traditional charity or government assistance, focusing on community resilience and self-reliance. Visit bigdoorbrigade.com

A photo of a group of young protestors raising their fists in front of a police force.

How To Start A Copwatch

This PDF provides everything you need to know to start a copwatch for your action or community. Copwatching is a form of direct action in which autonomous, loosely affiliated groups set out to observe and document police activity as a way of preventing police misconduct and brutality. Download from workersdefensealliance.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/HOWTOCOPWATCH.pdf

 

04 – Resources – MAC – Mapping Action Collective – Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
Apr 4 all-day
04 - Resources - MAC - Mapping Action Collective - Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults

 

RESOURCES

Trans Youth and Young Adults

“These rescources selectedf from the Mapping Action Collective

( https://www.oregonyouthresourcemap.com)

Description:

Description:

541 Willamette St #310, Eugene, OR 97401

 

Description:

1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

Description:

Ages: 16-24
Housing & Shelter: Homeless Youth
941 W. 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402
New Roads Drop-In Center: (541) 686-4310
Station 7 Youth Crisis Line: (541) 689-3111

Description:

COVID Message: Hours may be impacted by COVID. Please call for updated hours.
Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 12-21
Languages: English, Spanish
Ages: 12-21
Housing & Shelter: Housing Services
1202 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Nativity Lutheran Church, 60850 Brosterhous Rd., Bend

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Prineville Presbyterian Church, 1771 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
5633 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97206

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 200, Springfield, OR 97477
Crystal Falk, Director of Youth and Family Services: (541) 686-5060

Description:

COVID Message: Building temporarily closed due to COVID, please reach out via phone or email to get support.Languages: English
Ages: 16-25
Mental Health: Support Groups

Description:

Description:

3620 SE Powell Blvd, #102 Portland OR 97202​

Description:

COVID Message: Counseling and Assessments for Surgery letters are being conducted via teletherapy or phone. In-office visits are offered to existing clients on a case-by-case basis.
Cost: Brave Space primarily works with people with Oregon Health Plan insurance. If you have private insurance, please check out our resource guide for therapists who take your insurance.
Dillehunt Hall, Room 1007 3235 S.W. Pavilion Loop Portland, OR 97239

Description:

Description:

Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

Description:

Business: (541) 386-4808
24 Hour Hotline: (541) 386-6603

Description:

Description:

Basic Needs: Public Transit

Description:

Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: 1) You identify as transgender (FTM, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity within the trans umbrella.) 2) You cannot afford to purchase a binder, or you cannot safely obtain a binder.

Description:

Are you able to pay for hair removal services out of pocket?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards hair removal services?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Description:

Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (MTF, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity assigned male at birth within the trans umbrella.) You cannot afford to purchase femme shapewear, or you cannot safely obtain femme shapewear. We accept all requests for support, and applications are open year-round. Once you complete your application, your request will be added to our waitlist. Shipping is discrete and 100% free, and we ship internationally to 90+ countries and counting.
Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford or access femme shapewear. We ask that you consider your access before applying.

Description:

Eligibility: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You have financial need that prevents you from affording hormone replacement therapy. You are 18 years old or older (19+ in Nebraska) at the time you apply. You live in one of the states Plume serves. You are not currently on Medicare. If you live in CO or KY, you are not currently on Medicaid.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid?

Do you live in a state whose Medicaid plans cover HRT?

Are you employed and able to pay for HRT out of pocket?

Are there nearby clinics that offer HRT with informed consent?

Do you have reliable transportation options to access a provider?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: We have very few requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You are 18 years of age or older at the time of your surgery, or have consent from your legal guardian(s) and healthcare provider(s). You have financial need that prevents you from affording gender-affirming surgery. You can demonstrate past attempts at affording care (i.e. saving money, fundraising, attempting to get insurance coverage). You complete your surgery in the United States with a US-based surgeon.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid? (Learn more)

Do you have access to healthcare providers who are trans competent, and are able to travel to them to receive care?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards surgery?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: It is a benefit for eligible Health Share of Oregon members in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.
Languages: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Somali, Swahili
9955 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220

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Basic Needs: Transportation

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Basic Needs: Transportation
10055 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216
Energy Assistance: (503) 294-7444
Housing & Rent Assistance: (503) 721-1740

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650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209

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Day Services & Drop-in: Mail, Laundry, & Showers
610 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

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Call or Text: (541) 246-4046
24/7 Text (541) 246-4046

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Maximum age served: 18
605 W 4th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

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Springfield: (541) 726-3714

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1175 G St, Springfield, 97477

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1160 Grant St, Eugene, OR 97402

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3500 E 17th Ave, Eugene, 97403

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Text “START” to 678678

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323 E 12th Ave, Eugene, 97401

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1300 Irvington Dr, Eugene, 97404

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Community Resources: Veteran Services
0 – Helpline – TL – Trans Lifeline Saving Lives – (877) 565-8860 – Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone
Apr 4 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Helpline - TL - Trans Lifeline Saving Lives - (877) 565-8860 - Mondays - Fridays - 10AM to 6PM PST @ phone

 

HOTLINE

USA (877) 565-8860

CANADA (877) 330-8336

 

Mondays – Fridays – 10AM to 6PM PST

Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in a crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans.Oprime 2 para hablar con alguien en español.

When you contact us, you’ll be connected to a trans/nonbinary peer operator
Full anonymity and confidentiality
No nonconsensual active rescue (calling 911, emergency services, or law enforcement)

Trans Lifeline’s hotline operating hours are Monday through Friday:

10 AM – 6 PM Pacific
11 AM – 7 PM Mountain
12 PM – 8 PM Central
1 PM – 9 PM Eastern

When volumes are high, it may take longer to get connected—please try calling or texting again.

0 – Línea de ayuda – TL – Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas – (877) 565-8860 – Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone
Apr 4 @ 12:00 am – 6:00 pm
0 - Línea de ayuda - TL - Trans Lifeline Salvando Vidas - (877) 565-8860 - Lunes - Viernes - 10AM a 6PM PST @ phone

 

 

 

LÍNEA DIRECTA

Estados Unidos (877) 565-8860

CANADÁ (877) 330-8336

Lunes – Viernes – 10AM a 6PM PST

Línea directa in español

La línea directa de Trans Lifeline es un servicio telefónico de apoyo dirigido por personas transgénero para las personas transgénero y/o que están cuestionando su género. Creemos que el mejor apoyo que las personas Trans pueden recibir es el de los miembros de la comunidad Trans con experiencias de vida compartidas.

Llámanos si necesitas a alguien Trans con quien hablar, incluso si no estás en crisis o no sabes con certeza si eres transgénero.

Marca al (877) 565-8860 en los Estados Unidos o al (877) 330-6366 en Canadá y oprime el #2 para conectarte con operadorxs que hablan español.

 

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0 – Bundled Events – TL – Trans Lifeline: Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief @ phone
Apr 5 all-day

 

 

Resources for Dealing with Post-Election Grief

 

Like many folks, we continue to process the various presidential actions Trump took during his first day of office. The White House’s website lists 46 items, including executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations related to his intention to militarize the U.S.-Mexico border, to restore the pace and scale of fossil fuel extraction and energy production, to end birthright citizenship outlined in the 14th Amendment, to pardon Jan. 6 insurrectionists, to create federal definitions of “women” and “girls” as females and “men” and “boys” as males, defining male and female as biological, binary, and immutable, and to terminate all DEI, accessibility, and environmental justice offices and positions across the federal government, just to name a few. Constitutionally, the President can’t create laws, but the position does have broad authority to direct how the federal agencies enforce the law.

While it remains to be seen what the approval, rollout, and implementation of any of these will look like, we want to reiterate that no matter what happens, we will find ways to show up for the community through mutual aid, peer support, and innovative care practices. Political flashpoints like this have amplified issues that impact us directly, stirring up a range of emotions that can be challenging and anxiety-inducing to hold and sit with. To support you during this time, we’ve curated a selection of resources to help you navigate the post-election period with resilience, self-compassion, and community support.

Resources in the Age of 47

Articles, guides, zines, webinars, and videos compiled by the Interaction Institute for Social Change. Access them here: https://bit.ly/3WNFZQG

A group of four young people with varying skin tones stand closely together, embracing each other. They have confident and affectionate expressions as they look directly at the camera.

Dear Trans Kids, You Don’t Need the Government’s Permission to Exist

In this op-ed, Raquel Willis offers advice to trans kids on resisting discriminatory times and calls on the strength and resolve of trans trailblazers throughout history. Read the article here: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/dear-trans-kids-raquel-willis

A colorful, abstract floral design background with the words “FOLX” and “We are here for you” in white text. The background is a mix of pinks, purples and blues.

Mental Health and Coping Tools by FOLX

FOLX put together a roundup of coping strategies, mental health services, and tips for managing election-related anxiety: folxhealth.com/library/mental-health-toolkit-resources-to-take-care-of-yourself

Erin Reed, a young light-skinned trans woman with long dark hair parted in the middle, stands facing the camera with a neutral expression. She wears a black blouse and is in a softly green-lit room. Behind her, a desk holds a plant, and butterfly artwork decorates the wall.

Steps For Transgender People Preparing For Federal Crackdowns Under Trump

Journalist and trans rights activist Erin Reed provides guidance for trans people on steps to take in preparation for anticipated restrictions and legal challenges under Trump’s re-election. Reed’s article covers actions like updating identification documents, obtaining passports with correct gender markers, securing medication supplies, and exploring relocation options to safer areas. Read the article here: erininthemorning.com/p/steps-for-transgender-people-preparing

A person holds a small bouquet of flowers in front of a concrete wall, wearing a grey sweater. Behind them is a collage of black-and-white photographs interspersed with pink and teal shapes, creating a contrast between soft florals and sharp lines. The person's face is obscured, inviting interpretation of their feelings. The composition combines a sense of hope and peace, represented by the flowers, with conflict and chaos symbolized by the background images. The scene feels both unsettling and thought-provoking.

How to survive the apocalypse (again)

This article by non-binary trans woman Kai Cheng Thom dives into ways to cope and build resilience through community, self-care, and connection. Whether you’re looking for tips on managing stress, tools for self-care, or stories that reflect our shared struggles, this piece offers insight and support for trans folks who know how hard it can be: xtramagazine.com/health/survive-mental-health-homophobia-transphobia-268850

Illustration of a person with purple hair holding a red star close to their chest, wearing a yellow sweater. The background is a deep blue, adding contrast to the warm colors of their clothing and the star.

Finding Support & Building Community After the 2024 Elections: A Guide for LGBTQIA2S+ Youth

To help support LGBTQIA2S+ young people process the outcome of the election, as well as find support and build community, The Trevor Project has a number of tips to consider and explore: thetrevorproject.org/blog/finding-support-building-community-after-the-2024-elections

A person of color with a nose ring is holding a necklace with a symbol on it. The text "How to survive the election. Jade Barber" is on a yellow background and the text "Drummond St Services Queerspace" is at the bottom of the image.

How To Survive the Election as a Trans Person

Written by Jade Barber for Queerspace

Written in Australia two years ago, this article offers timeless advice for trans people navigating the challenges of election cycles—advice that applies especially to the 2024 U.S. general election. It highlights how elections often amplify anti-trans rhetoric and policies, impacting trans communities’ mental health and safety. The article suggests strategies for protecting one’s well-being, like setting boundaries on political discussions, staying informed selectively, focusing on self-care, and connecting with supportive communities. By prioritizing personal resilience and choosing how and when to engage, trans people can protect themselves from the intense scrutiny and negativity that often accompany election periods.

TWLOHA’s Mental Health Toolkit

The resources in To Write Love on Her Arms’ Mental Health Toolkit offer valuable support for trans people facing the pressures of the 2024 U.S. general election. These resources emphasize coping strategies, self-care practices, and mental health tips that can help individuals manage stress, set boundaries, and seek community support during politically charged times. By providing guides on handling anxiety, grounding exercises, and connection to support networks, TWLOHA equips trans people with tools to navigate the heightened emotional impact that elections can bring.

Access the toolkit at twloha.com/mental-health-toolkit

The 2024 Elections and Beyond: Fortifying Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Our Ecosystems Toolkit

This toolkit from the Building Movement Project offers a series of frameworks and accompanying worksheets for individuals, organizations, and networks to:

  • Clarify values and identify roles that benefit the broader ecosystem
  • Gather the necessary analysis, partnerships, and tools from our movement “pantry”
  • Consider reasons why organizations may want to engage in rapid response efforts
  • Explore stances such as Defend, Disrupt, Demand, Document, Discuss, Design, and Deepen
  • Fortify our individual and organizational well-being for the months ahead
A poster with a purple and pink galaxy background. The text reads "Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice with Oscar & Prentis" The image features a headshot of Oscar on the left and a headshot of Prentis on the right. Prentis is standing and looking at the camera. Oscar is looking to the side. Both headshots are set into circles.

Recording of the Post-Election Live Embodiment Practice

On November 6, 2024, Prentis Hemphill, Alta Starr, and Óscar Trujillo of The Embodiment Institute (TEI) hosted this Post-Election Practice. Watch the recording here.

A graphic showing four ways to take action against injustice: Protect People: This includes harm reduction and protecting targeted people. Defend Civic Institutions: This means safeguarding democratic institutions, such as elections, the EPA, and more. Disrupt and Disobey: This includes strategizing acts of civil disobedience and protest to oppose policies. Build Alternatives: This involves creating parallel institutions, alternative party platforms, and new cultural ways of life. The graphic includes icons for each of the ways to take action.

10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won

The key to taking effective action in a Trump world is to avoid perpetuating the autocrat’s goals of fear, isolation, exhaustion and disorientation. Continue reading: wagingnonviolence.org/2024/11/10-things-to-do-if-trump-wins

The image shows a stencil applied on a surface, with the pink spray paint filling in the stencil, creating the words "Solidarity Not Charity". The stencil is partially obscuring the words. The background is a mix of different colored surfaces.

How To Start A Mutual Aid Program

Big Door Brigade is a website that provides resources for organizing community-based mutual aid efforts. It offers guidance, tools, and examples for building systems of solidarity and support outside traditional charity or government assistance, focusing on community resilience and self-reliance. Visit bigdoorbrigade.com

A photo of a group of young protestors raising their fists in front of a police force.

How To Start A Copwatch

This PDF provides everything you need to know to start a copwatch for your action or community. Copwatching is a form of direct action in which autonomous, loosely affiliated groups set out to observe and document police activity as a way of preventing police misconduct and brutality. Download from workersdefensealliance.org/sites/default/files/2020-07/HOWTOCOPWATCH.pdf

 

04 – Resources – MAC – Mapping Action Collective – Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
Apr 5 all-day
04 - Resources - MAC - Mapping Action Collective - Oregon Resources and Services for Transgender Youth and Young Adults

 

RESOURCES

Trans Youth and Young Adults

“These rescources selectedf from the Mapping Action Collective

( https://www.oregonyouthresourcemap.com)

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541 Willamette St #310, Eugene, OR 97401

 

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1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

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Ages: 16-24
Housing & Shelter: Homeless Youth
941 W. 7th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402
New Roads Drop-In Center: (541) 686-4310
Station 7 Youth Crisis Line: (541) 689-3111

Description:

COVID Message: Hours may be impacted by COVID. Please call for updated hours.
Eligibility: Homeless youth ages 12-21
Languages: English, Spanish
Ages: 12-21
Housing & Shelter: Housing Services
1202 SE Douglas Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Nativity Lutheran Church, 60850 Brosterhous Rd., Bend

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
Prineville Presbyterian Church, 1771 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
5633 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97206

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources
1144 Gateway Loop, Suite 200, Springfield, OR 97477
Crystal Falk, Director of Youth and Family Services: (541) 686-5060

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COVID Message: Building temporarily closed due to COVID, please reach out via phone or email to get support.Languages: English
Ages: 16-25
Mental Health: Support Groups

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3620 SE Powell Blvd, #102 Portland OR 97202​

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COVID Message: Counseling and Assessments for Surgery letters are being conducted via teletherapy or phone. In-office visits are offered to existing clients on a case-by-case basis.
Cost: Brave Space primarily works with people with Oregon Health Plan insurance. If you have private insurance, please check out our resource guide for therapists who take your insurance.
Dillehunt Hall, Room 1007 3235 S.W. Pavilion Loop Portland, OR 97239

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Community Resources: LGBTQ+ Resources

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Business: (541) 386-4808
24 Hour Hotline: (541) 386-6603

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Basic Needs: Public Transit

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Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: 1) You identify as transgender (FTM, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity within the trans umbrella.) 2) You cannot afford to purchase a binder, or you cannot safely obtain a binder.

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Are you able to pay for hair removal services out of pocket?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards hair removal services?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

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Eligibility: We have only two requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (MTF, genderqueer, non-binary, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, and every other non-cis identity assigned male at birth within the trans umbrella.) You cannot afford to purchase femme shapewear, or you cannot safely obtain femme shapewear. We accept all requests for support, and applications are open year-round. Once you complete your application, your request will be added to our waitlist. Shipping is discrete and 100% free, and we ship internationally to 90+ countries and counting.
Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford or access femme shapewear. We ask that you consider your access before applying.

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Eligibility: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You have financial need that prevents you from affording hormone replacement therapy. You are 18 years old or older (19+ in Nebraska) at the time you apply. You live in one of the states Plume serves. You are not currently on Medicare. If you live in CO or KY, you are not currently on Medicaid.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid?

Do you live in a state whose Medicaid plans cover HRT?

Are you employed and able to pay for HRT out of pocket?

Are there nearby clinics that offer HRT with informed consent?

Do you have reliable transportation options to access a provider?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

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Eligibility: We have very few requirements in an effort to be as inclusive as possible: You identify as transgender (FTM, MTF, non-binary, genderqueer, gender non-conforming, and all other non-cis identities). You are 18 years of age or older at the time of your surgery, or have consent from your legal guardian(s) and healthcare provider(s). You have financial need that prevents you from affording gender-affirming surgery. You can demonstrate past attempts at affording care (i.e. saving money, fundraising, attempting to get insurance coverage). You complete your surgery in the United States with a US-based surgeon.

Cost: This program is intended to help trans folks who otherwise can not afford gender-affirming surgery. We ask that you consider your access to healthcare before applying for this grant. Here are some questions to consider:Do you have health insurance coverage that is trans-inclusive?

If not, do you qualify for Medicaid? (Learn more)

Do you have access to healthcare providers who are trans competent, and are able to travel to them to receive care?

Are you employed and able to save some money towards surgery?

Are you a citizen or documented immigrant?

Do you consider yourself healthy and able-bodied (i.e., not living with a chronic or long-standing illness)?

Do you identify as white, or do you experience white/light-skinned privilege?

If you answered YES to most of these questions, you may consider making space for our trans siblings who mostly answered NO. (Even if you answer YES to most or all of these questions, you are still eligible to apply.)

Minimum age served: 18

Description:

Eligibility: It is a benefit for eligible Health Share of Oregon members in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties.
Languages: Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic, Vietnamese, Somali, Swahili
9955 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220

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Basic Needs: Transportation

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Basic Needs: Transportation
10055 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97216
Energy Assistance: (503) 294-7444
Housing & Rent Assistance: (503) 721-1740

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650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209

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Day Services & Drop-in: Mail, Laundry, & Showers
610 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

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Call or Text: (541) 246-4046
24/7 Text (541) 246-4046

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Maximum age served: 18
605 W 4th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

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Springfield: (541) 726-3714

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1175 G St, Springfield, 97477

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1160 Grant St, Eugene, OR 97402

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3500 E 17th Ave, Eugene, 97403

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Text “START” to 678678

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323 E 12th Ave, Eugene, 97401

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1300 Irvington Dr, Eugene, 97404

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Community Resources: Veteran Services
TACT – Trans Advocacy & Care Team – Complex Trauma Support Group – 1st and Third Saturdays @ Online Via ZOOM
Apr 5 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
TACT - Trans Advocacy & Care Team - Complex Trauma Support Group - 1st and Third Saturdays @ Online Via ZOOM

 

 

Complex Trauma Support Group

 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 10-11:30 am PST

 3-Month Commitment group*

Our peer support groups are spaces for connection and healing through community.

​Join our mailing list to know when new groups are launching!

Groups meet virtually via zoom on a bi-weekly basis and are led by peer facilitator volunteers.

​Our peer support groups are facilitated by Peer Facilitators who have lived expertise and identify within the umbrella identity of the group they are facilitating. Our Peer Facilitators are not licensed therapists or social workers—they are trans folks holding space for healing and connection with other trans folks.

We strive to make our peer support groups as welcoming and accessible as possible. If you have any accessibility or accommodation requests that would help you access or feel more supported in our groups, please indicate these when you fill out our Group Consent Form.