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Brock University students who identify as gender diverse/transgender are invited to participate in a research study about their experiences and attitudes towards academic libraries. Research participants will be compensated for their time. The study, which has received clearance from Brock's research ethics board, is being conducted by Elizabeth Yates, a librarian at Brock who is active with 2S&LGBTQ+ organizations including PFLAG - St.Catharines & Niagara and OUTniagara More information about the study can be found in the attached flyer.

OUTniagara, Legion to recognize 2SLGBTQ+ veterans with wreath https://www.outniagara.org/outniagara-legion-recognize-2slg

Updated information about how to access SAGE (Support Around Gender Experience) virtually! We're so excited that this incredible resource is continuing [Image... Text: Support Around Gender Experience *on Zoom*. SAGE is a space for youth who identify as Trans, Non-Binary, Gender Non-Conforming, another gender identity or those who are questioning, to grow and learn more about themselves. 2nd Wednesday - Peer Support, 4th Wednesday - Fun Activity, 5-7pm. Email [email protected] with any questions or for the Zoom link] See more

"I wrote this piece, which I called 'Feather Armour,' for them. I wrote it a little for me too, in a way, for those days when my skin feels a little thin, for t...hose days when I feel like I might be ladied and ma'amed into an unrecognizable shadow of myself. Like a mantra or an incantation for the often misgendered, words to repeat when you need a protection spell." This Thursday, join us for a FREE LIVE ONLY virtual event with Ivan Coyote at 7pm. Join the award-winning author, artist and educator as Ivan Coyote grapples with the complex and intensely personal topics of gender identity, family, class, and queer liberation. This performance is presented by Creative Writing at Brock University in partnership with the Brock University Faculty Association, Women and Gender Studies, Social Justice Research Institute, Human Rights and Equity, The Women's Campus Safety Fund, OUTNiagara and the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre. For details and to RSVP: AN EVENING WITH IVAN COYOTE: How to Circumnavigate the Gender Binary in Seven Thousand Easy Steps