Support TIES with Exclusive Conference T-Shirts! 

Join us in celebrating by purchasing a TIES 2024 t-shirt through our Bonfire campaign!

This exclusive design represents the spirit of empowerment and unity within the LGBTQ+ community.  Every purchase of these limited-edition shirts directly supports the vital work of creating safe, inclusive, and affirming space for the trans and gender-expansive community. Get your t-shirt today and stand with us in style!  

Your support through this fundraiser helps cover costs for speakers, accessibility services, and other essential resources so everyone can fully participate in this meaningful event.  

Join us for the award winning, captivating journey of self-discovery with 40 Year Old Puberty! Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of laughter and heartfelt moments as our storyteller Ti Malik takes center stage and invites listeners along on the adventurous chaos of embarking on a second puberty at the ripe age of 40.  Premiering to rave reviews at the Montreal Fringe in 2023, this sensation has become the talk of the town, headlining the prestigious Chroma Comedy Festival, winning Spirit of the Fringe of the Victoria Fringe Festival, Volunteer’s Choice Award at Vancouver Fringe Festival and captivating audiences across select venues. Prepare to be enthralled as we delve into the hilarious, yet deeply relatable, experiences of a Black man navigating the complexities of realizing his true identity.

Ti Malik Coleman (he/him) is a Black trans Baltimore based comedian, storyteller, and facilitator. He believes healing and liberation happen when people are connected and celebrated. Malik's improv and storytelling performances have graced stages all over, including Toronto, Calgary, New York, Chicago, Philadelphia and the Kennedy Center. When he isn’t performing, Malik is building towards community care and capacity building with Rooted Collective, Transform Gender Collective and Affirming Black Families. Ti Malik is currently touring his one man show, 40 Year Old Puberty, which premiered at Montréal Fringe in 2023, headlined the Chroma Comedy Festival in Portland, Oregon, won the Spirit of the Fringe award in Victoria, British Columbia and the Volunteer Choice Award in Vancouver.

Space is limited, so don’t wait and be sure it’s not too late!  Secure your spot early.  Click below to register today and be a part of this incredible day! 

We can’t wait to see you at TIES and celebrate our collective power. Whether you’re attending for the first time or have been with us in the past, your presence makes a huge difference!  

Feel free to contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions.  

In community, 

Ariana Hamidi (they/them) 

Director of Programs and Community Partnerships