TransPonder Happenings Newsletter

Announcements: TransParent Support Group meets virtually this Saturday!

LGBTee FUNDRAISER

When you donate $20 or more to TransPonder this August, we’ll say thank you with a special edition LGBTee shirt courtesy of Team West Homes!

To donate, use the button below.

Name and Gender Marker Change Workshop
Purple and white image promoting a pro-bono Gender Marker & Name Change Workshop on 8/24/24, 1-4pm, featuring Turner Legal Counsel, LLC and Law Garden. Hosted by TransPonder. "Register today!" written at the bottom.

TransPonder invites you to sign up for a pro-bono Name and Gender Marker Change Workshop with the support of Turner Legal Counsel, Law Garden, and the Law office of Amanda N Hill Guldager. Complete the registration form by 8/22/24 to access free in-person legal support completing the petition, affidavit and judgment.

Registration is required for this event.

Need help with the $124 filing fee afterwards? Check yes in the designated spot of the registration form and we’ll connect with our financial assistance program.

WHEN: August 24th 2024 1:00pm-4:00pm

WHO: 18+

WHERE: In person. Location will be shared with registrants

FREE (Registration required.)

Tues, Aug 13: BOOK CLUB
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Our virtual, all ages, LGBTQIA, & allies welcome book club meets every Tuesday @ 5p PT.

We read books for, about, and by trans and gender diverse people! Click the photo for more information, including our recommendation list and a way to get a free digital copy of our discussion books. Email us for the link.

Wed, Aug 14: GENDER DIVERSE YOGA

New time! We meet at 6p!
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What: Yoga class
When: Wednesdays @ 6-7p; see our website for dates
Who: Trans/gender-diverse folks, ages 13+
Where: In person (Sheldon Community Center) & virtual (Google Meet)
FREE

Join us on Wednesdays @ 6p PT for a trans/gender-diverse yoga class at Sheldon Community Center (2445 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene) in the Hazelnut Room. There will be someone at the front desk who can direct you. We’ll have mats, blocks, straps, chairs, and bands available.

Thurs, Aug 15: QUEER, TRANS, & DISIBILITY GROUP
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Click the photo for more information.

What: A support group for people who are queer or trans and are disabled
When: Thursdays @ 7-8p PT; see our website for dates
Who: Queer & trans people who are disabled, ages 13+
Where: Online on Google Meet; email us for the link
FREE

The group is open to all LGBTQIA people, including trans, nonbinary, questioning, and gender-diverse folks, ages 13+. This is a space where queer and trans people with disabilities can chat about their experiences, discuss chosen topics, and share resources and validation. Email info@transponder.community for the event link.

Please see this website page for dates we are meeting. You do not need to talk or use video to participate.

Sat, Aug 17: TRANSPARENT SUPPORT GROUP

This week meets on Google Meet!
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What: Support group for parents/caregivers
When: Every 3rd Saturday @ 11a – 12:30p PT
Who: Parents, caregivers, guardians of trans/gender diverse youth
Where: Virtual on Google Meet; email us for the link
FREE

Join our support group for parents and guardians of trans and gender diverse children. This is a great place to get resources, talk about the current political environment for trans youth, and gather in community and support.
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