Squash the Cistem
What is Squash the Cistem?
A National Coalition for 2TIGE Liberation
Squash the Cistem is a growing coalition of leaders, organizers, and organizations working to dismantle the systems that harm our 2TIGE community. We believe collaboration is a form of resistance — and that when we share knowledge, resources, and strategy, we build power that none of us could create alone.
In 2026, we will meet monthly to build community, coordinate rapid-response efforts, and craft collective campaigns rooted in equity, anti-racism, and disability justice. Our coalition includes 2TIGE folks, BIPOC leaders, and aligned allies who are committed to showing up with integrity and action — not just vibes.
Whether you’re running a grassroots org, offering direct support, doing legislative work, holding space for healing, or building cultural change, Squash the Cistem is the (C)(3) space, where we come together to uplift each other, fight smarter, and squash the systems that try to silence us.
Because liberation isn’t a solo mission.
It’s a coalition movement.
What are the goals of the coalition?
Our hope in organizing this coalition is to facilitate better spaces for coalition partners to connect and be in relationship with one another especially through digital community spaces, and through joining regular coalition calls. The frequency of those calls will be decided by coalition members.
TEP’s commitment to the coalition
- Maintain at least 1 digital space to increases support and connectivity for organizations who are part of our coalition.
- Aim to improve visibility on vital resources, such as funding and training opportunities, especially for 2TIGE-BIPOC led organizations, who are too often excluded from these conversations.
- Offer a monthly space and or working group exclusively for ED’s and Founders of 2TIGE led organizations to be in community with one another and to receive additional leadership support
Ready to Apply?
With the help of our coalition partners we can also ensure:
- At least 5 organizers/organizations participate in supporting and receive support for collaborative campaigns led by other coalition partners in 2024; at least 3 of these campaigns should be initiated by 2TIGE BIPOC organizers/organizations.
- As a coalition we work together to see at least a 75% engagement rate on at least 1 coalition led campaign by EOY 2024.
Please note, filling out the form found on this site does not guarantee access to the coalition. Each applicant must be able to verify their identity, along with their association with the organization they are claiming to represent in their application. We may also require at least one on camera or in person meeting another member of our coalition, and must receive any required documents that the coalition and or TEP provide, to reduce the likelihood of negative interactions and/or harmful behaviors while in our spaces. This is both a requirement and benefit for everyone.