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This call for volunteers is a promotional graphic which shows a group of volunteers at a pride celebration (in a circle) on the top right. With an encouragement to join as a volunteer.

With your support, we know we can make significant strides toward creating a world where everyone, especially our Disabled 2 Spirit, Trans, Intersex, and Gender Expansive (2TIGE) community, is empowered and supported in living their best lives.

Volunteering with TEP is more than just giving your time; it’s about making a tangible difference, connecting with a compassionate community, while protecting the rights and dignity of those we serve.

Together, we can (and will) build a stronger, more inclusive future.

Are you ready to take the next step in advocating for equity and joining a cause that excites and inspires? Use the info below to get started on your journey with us, today!

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Top 10 Tips for Managing 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...

I Escaped Female Genital Mutilation

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...

Understanding the Anti-Homosexuality Act

Understanding the Anti-Homosexuality Act

Written by Lucretia Ssenyonojo On August 9, 2023, the Ugandan Constitutional Court upheld the Anti-Homosexuality Act, which criminalizes same-sex relationships and imposes harsh penalties, including life imprisonment. This decision has sparked widespread concern and...

Finding Gender Euphoria at a Clothing Swap

Finding Gender Euphoria at a Clothing Swap

Despite the fact that clothing is one of the most abundant resources on our planet, especially in the United States, where we are high subscribers to fast fashion, it can be incredibly difficult to access gender-affirming clothing that is affordable for our community. 

From the discomfort of trying to shop in what may be an unaffirming and potentially unsafe space, to not having the cash needed to get the affirming clothing we want/need, clothing is one resource that the 2TIGE community is always in need of. 

Embracing All Shades of Womanhood: Getting “Louder With Love”

Embracing All Shades of Womanhood: Getting “Louder With Love”

By: Heather Knoxville (she/they) In a world that too often echoes with division, Trans Empowerment Project (TEP) hopes to stand as a beacon of unity and love, especially through our transformative "Sisterhood Not Cisterhood" program. As we encourage folks to join our...

Who/What is TEP looking for?

Photo shows Jack Knoxville posing with a volunteer posing in front of a completely packed car full of clothing donations for the community, in 2017

We need supporters, not saviors!

Equity only happens when Disabled, 2TIGE community members who are also BIPOC are centered in our work.

It’s going to take dedication and hard work to get there, but that work shouldn’t fall solely on those who are Disabled, 2TIGE and BIPOC.

Meaning whether you’re part of the 2TIGE community or an ally, we’re calling on you, as one of our accomplices to help us do grow our support for the community in 2025 and beyond.

Ready to answer the call?

 

 

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