Seeking #trans advice: for those that have trouble confronting authority, how do you access a "punk rock" attitude towards trans-hostile authorities? I've been chewing on this. For me, I have always had problems with authority figures and the idea of sticking it to the Man always gets me fired up. Going punk rock on something is exactly what I want to do. Talking back to authority is something I've done since I was in grade school! But I know a lot of people don't like confrontation or want to follow instructions and do what they're told by nature or nurture. Some folks have trauma with speaking up. Some folks are much more hippy dippy by nature and just prefer the good vibes...and the current situation really wears them down. So, if you're more peace and love, and less punk rock, what has given you strength and power in these days? How would you suggest inspiring and supporting others in their power who are like that?

Friends, I have a favor to ask: please start doing something to help the trans community. One of my mentors finally said it to me today: when you step back, you give someone else the opportunity to step up. My dayjob allows me to do things that most folks never get a chance to do to help and make a difference. This is where I can do the most with what limited time and energy I have. But I still feel like I'm falling short, because there is so much work that needs doing right now to take care of each other or that allies can do to help out. So please, if you are cis and care, get involved in the local groups that are organizing to push back and resist the attacks on trans and queer folks. Help organize a fundraiser for your local LGBTQ center. Get involved in local organizations like PFLAG or GLSEN where you can help push local school boards, city councils, and others to make a difference. If you are trans, we all gotta step up to care for each other right now. I need others to step up and help with the emotional labor we give each other - reach out and make yourself actively available to talk to and support. Organize a local trans potluck and get folks talking about what you can do to make a difference. Have whatever queer friends you know over for a game night and start building up connections. I know we are all struggling right now, but I am pushing myself too far and need to step back more. Please, take this opportunity and step up my friends. 💖

Just a reminder friends: never write or talk about doing crimes on social media. Probably avoid joking about them right now too, at least in any way that seems overly literal.

Anyone know a trans, non-binary, or gender diverse person in the San Diego or Imperial Valley area who is looking to work with trans youth and is bilingual in English and Spanish? TransFamily Support Services is looking for a full-time Bilingual Youth Programs Coordinator and would work directly with me. If you know anyone interested, reach out to me and I'll gladly share the link and answer questions. #Trans #Transgender #Queer #NonBinary

I'm alive and spitting in the faces of fascists (metaphorically). Just thought I'd update you all. I've been spending 10 hour workdays helping trans kiddos in light of the new executive orders. And I'm so proud of my organization, my boss, and the teams we have after last night. We all pivoted when the EO dropped and opened up zoom rooms, discord chats, and other spaces to help trans kids, their families, and the community before it even hit most news sites. And we are on the front lines of fighting all these things. Be gay and aid the social transition of minors. And if anyone else is looking for ways to help trans kiddos, you can donate to our work: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/transfamily-support-services or volunteer:

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