 | | | Dear John, The 7th Annual Transgender Information and Empowerment Summit starts tomorrow, October 14th, and will run through October 17th. We have an incredible lineup of two dozen workshops, multiple community resources, and four powerful keynotes that you won't want to miss! We've transitioned TIES to an all-digital platform and we're excited to announce the the launch of our official conference app, Whova. In addition to seeing the full conference agenda right from your phone, Whova has a ton of ways to engage and network with other conference attendees in order to create a shared sense of community, which we know is the most important part of TIES. This conference has so much to offer and you still have time register for free. As we eagerly anticipate the start of TIES, check out the full conference schedule and our keynote lineup below. | | | | Official Conference App: Whova The Whova app helps to make our our digitally re-imagined conference possible. With this app, you can easily view the entire conference agenda, create a personalized agenda, directly access Zoom meetings, network with other conference attendees, and so much more! As the official app of TIES 2020, Whova will act as the center hub for all conference information before, during, and after TIES - everything will be in one place! Accessing the official conference app is easy, but only available to conference registrants. Make sure you're registered for TIES and then download the app for iOS or Android. Create a Whova account using the same email address you used to register for TIES to get started - it's that simple! | | | | | | TIES 2020 Keynote Presentations We’re looking forward to learning from and engaging with these extraordinary Black transgender community leaders and change makers during this year’s conference. Black trans lives matter, and it is essential that TIES is a place that celebrates and uplifts their voices. Our incredible keynote lineup features Black transgender and non-binary community leaders who will cover a range of topics - from prison abolition to remembering Stonewall. We’re thankful to the keynote speakers for sharing their wisdom and experience with TIES participants this year. Check them out! | | | | | |  | From Stonewall to a Black Trans Future: A Keynote Discussion with Miss Major Griffin-Gracy | Oct. 14 @ 12PM As a Stonewall veteran and lifelong Black trans female revolutionary, Miss Major Griffin-Gracy will participate in a keynote discussion where she shares her thoughts on the transgender and racial justice movements as they have evolved to where we are today. After being at the forefront of the Stonewall uprisings which led to her being a survivor of police brutality and incarceration inside of Attica State Prison, Miss major has dedicated her life to advocating for trans women of color who have endured similar experiences. She will reflect on her legacy and provide visions for a future of Black, Southern, trans, and queer liberation in our time. There will be time for audience questions. | | |  | Prison Abolition, Trans Liberation, & Artistry: A Keynote Discussion with Dominique Morgan | Oct. 16 @ 12PM Dominique Morgan will lead a keynote discussion where she shares her thoughts on the role of transgender advocacy and artistry in the service of prison abolition and liberation for transgender and gender nonconforming people, especially Black trans folks who face or have faced incarceration. Drawing on her lived experience of being impacted by mass incarceration and decade of change-making artistry, advocacy, and background in public health she will discuss her work around sex education, radical self-care, and transformative youth development with intentions of dismantling the prison industrial complex and its impact on our communities. There will be time for audience questions. | | | |  | Defending Black Trans Lives in Virginia: A Keynote Panel | Oct. 15 @ 12PM The fight for Black trans liberation is alive in Virginia! Join an impactful panel discussion with dedicated Black transgender advocates in Virginia who are making a difference and defending Black trans lives in their communities. Come hear about their experiences, learn from their perspectives, and find ways to uplift their incredible work as we explore how the fight for Black trans lives is showing up in different areas all across Virginia. There will be time for audience questions.
Voices of the Next Generation: A Keynote Panel with Black Trans & Non-Binary Youth | Oct. 17 @ 12PM Black trans and non-binary youth are our future! Join this powerful panel discussion with passionate Black transgender and non-binary youth from Virginia. They will come together to share common experiences as well as how they’ve been responding to the Uprisings in defense of Black life and other current events. They will also share their perspectives, hopes, and visions for a future where Black trans and non-binary youth thrive and lead the way. There will be time for audience questions. | | Special thanks to all of our generous donors and to Capital One, Whitman-Walker Health, and CVille Pride for their sponsorship, which helps to keep TIES free for all of our attendees. We look forward to seeing you at TIES soon! - All of us at Equality Virginia | | | | | | | | Equality Virginia
530 E Main St Ste 600 | Richmond, Virginia 23219
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