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We all deserve to thrive

TEP is a federally recognized 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission is to move our community out of crisis by creating equitable systems of support centered around Disabled 2TIGE-BIPOC (2Spirit, Trans, Intersex, and Gender Expansive members of the community who are also Black, Indigenous, and or People of Color), to ensure that we all get to thrive.

A word from our founder

In 2016, conservatives and religious extremists showed us that anyone with a big enough eraser could erase decades of people’s blood, sweat, and tears in advancing equity. These attacks and acts of hate have continued to run rampant globally ever since. It’s exhausting. But that’s the point.

TEP was started as a response to the shared narratives of dysphoria, depression, and isolation that were being experienced by community members everywhere and works to serve as a reminder that we don’t need anyone else’s permission to exist!

Look, we’re not here to get caught in the trap of fighting with people who refuse to acknowledge that everyone deserves the most basic right to bodily autonomy. We’re working to build the equitable future that we all deserve. One where we all get to thrive!

Events

november, 2024

2 Gender Expansive community members of color are seen smiling and proudly showing "I voted" stickers. The text reads: When we are brave, even in the face of extremists who are trying to force us backwards, we win. When we band together, we win. Make sure you are ready to cast your vote"

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Gender Jargon – List of Terms to Know
2TIGE - Two-Spirit, Trans, Intersex and Gender-Expansive 2TIGE-BIPOC – Two-Spirit, Trans, Intersex and Gender-Expansive Black and Indigenous People of Color  Agender - Lacking gender; included in the definitions of non-binary because it falls outside of the binary...
This image addresses the differences between sex and gender and depicts a cartoon brain for gender and the universal sign for gender diversity across the pelvic region to denote where one's sex traits come from.
What’s the Difference Between Sex and Gender?
Many of us have grown up using "sex" and "gender" as though they are interchangeable terms, and while for a majority of people, they may be, these two traits are not actually the same. Sex is a label that refers to your biology: sex chromosomes (XX, XY, or otherwise),...
10 tips to manage volunteers
Top 10 Tips for Managing Volunteers
Managing volunteers can be a fun and rewarding experience. However, it can also get really messy really quickly. Therefore, it's important to set clear and well defined expectations early on. Additionally, not all volunteers were created equally. Some folks may need a...
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Join the Global Movement: TEP’s Digital Communities Are Here for You! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️
  Hey Changemakers and Community Champions! 🌟 We're buzzing with excitement at Trans Empowerment Project and you're the reason why! We are amping up our efforts and diving deep into the digital world to strengthen our global family. Say hello to a broader, more...
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I Escaped Female Genital Mutilation
[Trigger warning: The story below addresses the very real violent experiences that our Trans siblings across Africa have been faced with. This story is emotionally intense and at times, graphic. We urge you to put any discomfort you have into action so that no one is...

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