11.14.24
Dear ones, I’m not sure how to begin here. There is a lot going around in this election-wake and I don’t have many words to add. For those who are seeking, here is a collection of resources, events, and practices that have been circulating. BMC can’t vouch for every single thing on this list. But many have been shared by people we know. If you have resources to add, feel free to share them with BMC as we’ll periodically update this list.
There is much about which I am not clear in body or spirit. But here is what I know today:
That we need one another in so many ways. That our liberation has never been more connected. That deepening relationships of trust is not only vital for our well-being, but strategic for our survival.
Please reach out if you need care or support. --ABR
Helplines
Trans Lifeline: 855-578-5683, https://translifeline.org/
Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386 (available for all LGBTQ+ youth)
National crisis hotline: 988
The QTP Loveline: (855) 578-5683. This is an immediate, on-demand, 24/7 service.
Text HOME to 741-741 where you will reach a crisis counselor. It’s free and confidential, and 24/7.
NYC Anti-Violence Project: 212-714-1141. It’s a warmline staffed by volunteers, in English and Spanish, who are trained as crisis counselors and backed up by clinicians.
Events
11/23 - Webinar: Considerations for trans youth and families
11/20 & ongoing - BMC Support Circle for Parents/Caregivers of Queer and Trans Youth. Email us to register
11/20 & ongoing - Transmission Ministry Collective: Trans Day of Remembrance service + ongoing support groups
11/21 - Mennonite Action Mass Call
11/19 - Spring Up teach in: How Do We Get Free Together
Resources
Analysis from SURJ 11/6 mass call: “Here’s the recording from the incredibly powerful call last night. We recommend watching if you want to feel empowered and inspired (and bring a box of tissues).”
If you watch nothing else, take 30 seconds and go listen to Beth Howard right now on who we are not going to blame.
Powerful word from Thulani Moore, Roots of Justice Trainer: They’re Coming For Your Neighbors: Will You Stand or Stay Silent?
From Transmission Ministry Collective (support by & for trans folks): “Many of us are feeling fear, grief, or uncertainty this week. We want you to know that you are not in this alone—you are part of a community that cares about and shows up for each other. If you're looking for connection and support in this time, please join us for a support group, visit our 24/7 online chat space on Discord, or check out our list of community care and crisis resources.”
Faith Matters Network - resources for heart, body, and mind
Kelly Hayes - Power Up: Resources for the Road Ahead
The Embodiment Institute 11/6 embodied practice
Emergent Fund - resources for this political moment
From Catalyst Collective 11/7: Below are some offerings to help us understand and be prepared for what’s coming:
A thorough list of resources from Convergence magazine to help build solidarity to meet the challenges ahead.
Catalyst Project’s Troublemaker’s Guide: Principles for Racial Justice Activists in the Face of State Repression. If you’d like physical copies, email us a screenshot of your donation of any amount, tell us how many you want and the address to send them to. (The pamphlet costs $5 to produce and mail.)
10 ways to be prepared and grounded now that Trump has won, Waging Nonviolence, Daniel Hunter
From Jewish Voice for Peace - here is a google doc with post-election resources, including online gatherings and ways to think through post-election organizing.
Art/Music
Carry This All, by Ahlay Blakely
The Way Knows, by Lyndsey Scott
