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LGBTQI Life E-Newsletter [Vanderbilt University]

1/8/2024

January 2024 NEWSLETTER


LGBTQI LIFE EVENTS


LGBTGIF… it’s back! Every Friday in Spring 2024

Thank goodness it’s Friday! Bringing back a campus tradition starting Friday 1/12 and continuing EVERY FRIDAY for the whole semester, all LGBTQIA+ faculty, staff and students are welcome to bring their lunches and eat in company with community at the K.C. Potter Center every Friday from 12-2pm. Bring your lunch and enjoy coffee and tea. Let us know you’re coming to LGBTGIF here!


Queeries & Conservations. Every Wednesday in Spring 2024

LGBTQIA+ and allied students, faculty, and staff are invited to gather at the KCPC to chat about queer culture and share refreshments each Wednesday at 4pm for Queeries & Conversations. Weekly topics vary, and campus affiliate group or organization @Vanderbilt LGBTQI Life can host a conversation!

Interested in sharing a special interest, fan theory, or learning about others’ thoughts on an issue? Email us at lgbtqi@vanderbilt.edu to host a conversation about a topic of your choice!


1/14 Pride Game: Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball

7" Multi-Color Mini BasketballThe Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball team will be hosting their annual Pride game on Sunday, January 14th at 12:00PM. In partnership with Athlete Ally, LGBTQI Life will be co-hosting a “Pizza & Pronouns” event before the game at 11:00AM so come out for food and giveaways!


1/16 Student Affairs Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Kickoff: Reaffirming Our Creed & Values

Join Student Affairs on Tuesday, Jan. 16, for the official Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) Kickoff, commemorating the collaboration of Vanderbilt’s Identity Centers with Student Affairs! This is a drop-in event where students, staff and faculty are encouraged to come as you can, enjoy light refreshments and celebrate the work of the Student Center for Social Justice & Identity, LGBTQI Life, Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center, The Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center, and the Center for Spiritual and Religious Life. Find out more here.


Follow us on Instagram!

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Want to be featured on our page? Fill out this form or contact Katja Tetzlaff for more information.


TUTORING AND DROP-IN SERVICES


LGBTQI Drop-In Hours @ BCC

Every Monday, 12pm – 1pm

A representative from LGBTQI Life will hold drop-in hours at the Black Cultural Center every Monday from 12-1pm.For more information, contact katja.tetzlaff@vanderbilt.edu.

 


UCC LGBTQI+ Drop-In Hours @ KCPC

Every Monday, 2pm – 4pm

Office Directory | Student Affairs | Vanderbilt UniversityUniversity Counseling Center has Drop-in Consultation Hours for LGBTQIA+ students at the KCPC. UCC Counselors will be available to students weekly without an appointment during this two hour window. You can find out more information here.


STEM Drop-In Tutoring @ KCPC

Every Tuesday, 3pm – 5pm

Campus Departments | Undergraduate Research | Vanderbilt UniversityStop by the KCPC every Tuesday from 3-5pm for STEM tutoring. Find out more here.

 

 


Writing Studio @ KCPC

Every Thursday, 1pm – 3pm

Writing Studio - Anchor LinkMeet with a tutor from the Writing Studio every Monday from 1-3pm at the K.C. Potter Center. For more information about the Writing Studio, go here.

 


Project Safe Drop-In Hours @ KCPC

Every Thursday, 2pm – 4pm

END SEXUAL VIOLENCE! Teal Ribbon Auto Magnet - LifeJackets ProductionsProject Safe has weekly satellite hours in our space. Anyone is welcome to attend these drop-in hours. Find out more Project Safe resources here.

 


VRS Pride Meetings

Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 12pm – 1pm

LGBTQI-identified people in recovery or currently struggling with habits that are ultimately detrimental to one’s wellbeing are invited to Vanderbilt Recovery Support group meetings at the Center for Student Wellbeing. Location: VRS Lounge, Center for Student Wellbeing, 1211 Stevenson Center Lane.


Continuum: LGBTQI+ Support Group

Every Thursday, 4-5:30pm (virtual)

Office Directory | Student Affairs | Vanderbilt UniversityContinuum is a group for students wishing to give and receive support around sexual identity and/or gender identity. If interested, please contact one of the following UCC staff members:
Kyle Shadrick at aaron.k.shadrick@vanderbilt.edu
Ashley Weber at ashley.c.weber@vanderbilt.edu


CAMPUS EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES


1/13 MLK Joint Day of Service

The MLK Joint Day of Service is an annual celebration of Dr. King’s legacy. On January 13th, 2024, students from all of Nashville’s colleges and universities will come together at Meharry Medical College for a keynote address from Vanderbilt Professor Michael Eric Dyson then volunteer at community service projects across the city. The Day of Service is a collaborative effort between American Baptist College, Belmont University, Fisk University, Lipscomb University, Meharry Medical College, Nashville State Community College, Tennessee State University, Trevecca Nazarene University, and Vanderbilt University. Register at the link below! https://anchorlink.vanderbilt.edu/submitter/form/start/614550


1/14 VRS Pride

VRS Pride is open to members of the Vanderbilt Community (undergrad, graduate/professional, and staff) who identify within the LGBTQI+ community and are navigating addiction recovery or are questioning their use of alcohol, drugs, or other habits detrimental to wellbeing (gambling, shopping, disordered eating, etc.).   


UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS


Participants Wanted: Help researchers understand more about how parents can better support their LGBTQ+ youth

SPACES (Supporting Parents to Affirm their Children’s Experiences of Sexual and Gender Identities) is a 2-part study designed specifically to help caregivers in the Southeast U.S. who struggle with accepting their LGBTQ+ children’s identities. The first part of this study consists of interviews that will help the research team learn more about acceptance barriers for parents and develop some brief interventions that will be used in the second part of the study. The LGBTQ+ policy lab is currently collaborating with researchers at Yale, Ben-Gurion, and University of Maryland on this research study that aims to develop online interventions for non-supporting caregivers of LGBTQ+ children.

Are you an LGBTQ+ person ages 12-29 living in the US Southeast? To see if you are eligible, use the QR code or go here.


COMMUNITY RESOURCES


Campaign for Southern Equality Emergency Grant

The Campaign for Southern Equality has launched the Southern Trans Youth Emergency Project (STYEP), a new regional effort which provides rapid response support directly to the families of youth who are impacted by anti-transgender healthcare bans in the South. We have developed a regional referral network of providers in access states and are helping as many families as we can through this time of crisis. Find out more here.


Trans Aid Nashville

Trans Aid Nashville (TAN) is of our community, for our community. Transgender, genderqueer, nonconforming, and others who feel they fall into this community are welcome to access what resources we have available. Find out more here.


Trans Lifeline: Relocation Assistance

Trans Lifeline LogoFind out more about Trans Lifeline Relocation Assistance resources here. Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive.


Resources for Families of Transgender Youth in TN

The Campaign for Southern Equality has resources for transgender youth and families in Tennessee impacted by HB1/SB1. Resources include travel grants for families of transgender youth, lists of support groups, and more.  Visit their website to learn more about this law and access their resource guide.


Study on Mental Health Effects of Anti-Trans Legislation on Transgender Adults

Graduate students at California State University Northridge are conducting a research project on mental health effects, minority stress, and resiliency among transgender adults, as related to the amount of anti-transgender or trans-affirmative state legislation in their home state. You may be eligible to take the survey if you: 1) are 18-49 years old, 2) identify as transgender, and 3) have lived in Tennessee, Texas, or Missouri in the past six years. Take the survey at this link. If you have any questions, please contact: alex.blake.836@my.csun.edu; erika.baron@csun.edu; hyun.park@csun.edu


Study on LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health

Vanderbilt researchers are recruiting LGBTQ+ youth and young adults ages 13-17 from across the state of Tennessee to better understand the mental health of Tennessee’s LGBTQ+ youth. What they learn from this study will inform tailored, context-appropriate, affirmative interventions for LGBTQ+ young people in our state. Below is a link to the study screener where youth ages 13-17 can find out if they are eligible. Legal guardian permission is required for teens under the age of 18. redcap.link/SPIRiTEMA_Parent_YA. Any questions can be directed to ClarkLab@Vanderbilt.Edu. Youth and parents/caregivers can learn more about their work here: clarklabvu.com/participate


Tennessee LGBTQ+ Health Equity Survey

Inclusion Tennessee, the Vanderbilt Program for LGBTQ Health, and the Vanderbilt University LGBTQ+ Policy Lab have teamed up to create a survey looking at LGBTQ+ Health Equity in Tennessee. This is an anonymous survey that will help us fight for the rights of our LGBTQ+ community. Scan the QR code or go to tinyurl.com/queerhealthTN to take the survey today!


Trainings on LGBTQ+ Health Offered by the Human Right’s Campaign

Human Rights Campaign - WikipediaThe Human Rights Campaign, the largest LGBTQ civil rights advocacy group in the United States, offers free online training in LGBTQ patient-centered care. In addition to the trainings that the HRC offers through the Center for Affiliated Learning, they also offer trainings through the Veterans Health Administration and other community organizations! 


VUMC Program for LGBTQ Health Newsletter

Vanderbilt LGBTQ Health (@LGBTQ_Health) / XGo to the VUMC Program for LGBTQ Health webpage to find out more information and sign-up for their newsletter.

AFFINITY GROUPS


Faculty and Staff Affinity Group

This group is a place for employees who identify as LGBTQIA+ and their allies. The LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group, known as the Glammadores, will host regular meetings aimed at providing resources for LGBTQIA+ employees and allies, including social networking, meetups, guest speakers, support navigating workplace interactions and more. For more information or to join, contact Linzie Treadway or Derek Nido


Atzmi Affinity Group

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Atzmi is Hillel’s community for LGBTQ+ Jews and Allies. With programming ranging from Jewish learnings on gender identity to drag race watch parties, Atzmi provides space for all our ‘Dores to engage in topics of identity, sexuality, love, and relationships through Jewish texts and perspectives. Connect here.


Bi/Pan/Fluid Affinity Group (Facilitator Needed)

A blue square with dark blue tiled edges and a purple rectangle in the upper right corner features the words The Bi/Pan/Fluid affinity group provides a supportive and brave space for people who want to explore bi/pan/fluid or otherwise non-straight/non-heterosexual identities and experiences. Join us for conversation, exploration, and fun! Connect here.


BlackOut Affinity Group (Facilitator needed)

BlackOut is an affinity group that facilitates the coming together of black LGBTQIA+ members of the Vanderbilt community in order to provide support and share space and experiences. BlackOut is co-sponsored by The Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center. Connect here.

Want to be a facilitator? Email lgbtqi@vanderbilt.edu


Queer & Asian Affinity Group

Q and A Queer and Asian Affinity Group logoThe Queer and Asian (Q&A) affinity group provides space for students who are LGBTQIA2S+ and Asian American, South Asian, Southeast Asian, and Pacific Islander. Join us for resources, conversation, and fun! Connect here.


Willow Affinity Group (Facilitator Needed)

WilWillow provides an affirming, open space for women, women-aligned people, and lesbians attracted to other women, women-aligned people, and lesbians to discuss their experiences, share resources, and find a focused, supportive community where their identities are centered. Join us for meetings, movie nights, and more! Connect here.

Want to be a facilitator? Email lgbtqi@vanderbilt.edu


Plurality Affinity Group (Facilitator Needed)

Plurality provides a brave space for LGBTQIA+ people who identify with or are practicing polyamory or consensual non-monogamy. Plurality delves into the history, representations, and skills involved with polyamory and consensual non-monogamy. Join us for resources and discussions! Connect here.

Want to be a facilitator? Email lgbtqi@vanderbilt.edu


Transgender, GenderQueer, Questioning/TGQ

TGQ is an affinity group that provides space to discuss the continuum of gender identity and expression, particularly for students who identify across the Trans spectrum, as well as those questioning. Join us for conversation, community, fun, and resources! Connect here.


Ace/Aro Affinity Group (Facilitator Needed)

The Ace/Aro affinity group provides a supportive space for people who identify on the asexual and/or aromantic spectrums to discuss their experiences as it relates to navigating both queer and heteronormative spaces. Connect here.


LatinQ Affinity Group (Facilitator Needed)

The LatinQ affinity group is an opportunity for people who identify as LGBTQIA+and are Latin American to share resources, build community, and discuss the intersections of all their identities. Connect here.


Gay Men Affinity Group

A new group starting in Fall 2023, the Gay Men Affinity Group is for students who identity as men or masculine and are gay. Connect here.

 


*Interested in joining a group or being a facilitator? Fill out this form.


Interested in reserving the KCPC for a meeting or event? Complete your request here.

LGBTQI LIFE OPPORTUNITIES


Book a P.R.I.D.E. or Straight Facts Training

Your whole office, classroom or unit can book a 1-hour Straight Facts workshop and/or 3-hour P.R.I.D.E training.

LGBTQI Life Google Calendar

Check out our Google Calendar for all events, drop-in services, etc.

New Discord Server

Request to join our new Discord Server for events, games, movie nights, and more.

LGBTQI Life AnchorLink

Join our AnchorLink to stay up-to-date on all events hosted and co-hosted by the Office of LGBTQI Life.

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