Lavender Rights Project

“Won’t you celebrate with us: how we are Black everything, and originating ions ago, though most folk call us new. Won’t you celebrate our beauty, our blackness, our bravery, how we decorate ourselves in garments for the gods and for the gworls, and for those who need to see trans and gender-diverse bodies owning how divine we be. Come on, celebrate with us, how despite efforts to capture and contain, beat us down and dispose of our bodies, we smile with all teeth and trudge alongside one another in the trenches. Come celebrate the alchemy of our existence, how we shapeshift the molds that our spirits are too enormous to exist within. Come meet with us, at the frontlines of revolution, of legislation to get us free, of advocating affordable housing, healthcare, and racial equity. Come celebrate with us, see us, cheers to us: we who never die, we who always rise, we Black trans lives. Won’t you celebrate with us, hear our voice and heed the tales: of how everyday, something has tried to kill us…and failed." -Bobbi Kindred, Interim Communications Manager, LRP #TransDayofVisibility

Join us for "Mindfully Creative" on Thursday, September 5, 2024, from 1 PM to 4 PM! ✨🎨 This guided experience, led by the talented Jeneva Marie, combines the transformative power of mindfulness with the joy of creative expression. Dive deep into self-understanding and authenticity through painting, reflection, and shared exploration. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting your creative journey, this workshop invites you to unveil new layers of self-discovery and express your truest voice. Supplies will be provided, so come ready to create and connect! 🌈💖 RSVP https://lnkd.in/gZvHuGhY #MindfullyCreative #LavenderRightsProject #Mindfulness #ArtTherapy #CommunityWellness

🌟 Join the Movement! 🌟 The Black Trans Legal Professionals Network (BTLPN) is a vital initiative by the QLaw Foundation of Washington and Lavender Rights Project. This peer-support space is designed to uplift and empower Black trans attorneys, students, and legal professionals, addressing both their professional and personal needs. 🤝✨ Here, we cultivate mentorships, foster friendships, and build collaborative networks to ensure that Black trans voices are not only heard but celebrated in the legal field. If you identify as Black and transgender, non-binary, or gender diverse, we welcome you to join us! Connect with us on the 1st Friday of every month from 1:30 PM - 3 PM PST. 📩 For more details and to get involved, reach out to Alphonse at [email protected]. Together, we can create a more inclusive and affirming legal profession! 💜⚖️ https://lnkd.in/gfjriPeA #BlackTransEmpowerment #BTLPN #LavenderRightsProject #TransJustice #PeerSupport #CommunityBuilding

Join us in celebrating Give 8/28! A day dedicated to uplifting Black-led organizations that are vital first responders in our communities. These organizations play an essential role in addressing crises and deserve our unwavering support to thrive and unlock their full potential! Let’s come together to amplify their impact! https://lnkd.in/gRjpM9NU #Give828 #SupportBlackLed #CommunityFirstResponders #UpliftBlackVoices #LavenderRightsProject #YoungBlackGivingBack #CollectiveImpact

🌞 As summer begins to wind down, we can’t help but reflect on the incredible activities we’ve enjoyed together! From workshops to community gatherings, every moment has been filled with joy and connection. But our absolute favorite? This summer’s Black Trans Comedy Showcase! 🎤✨Here’s to more laughter and love as we move into the fall! 🍂💜 https://lnkd.in/gRFDd54M #SummerMemories #ComedyShowcase #LavenderRightsProject #CommunityJoy #UpliftTransVoices

#TBT because we are still family, too! Shout out to our friends at Converge Media who helped us get extensive media coverage and our friends at Indie Genius Media who helped bring the vision to life. Together, we weave a tapestry of love that knows no bounds. https://lnkd.in/dxMJ7ABr #TransFamily #BlackTransLivesMatter #ThrowbackThursday

"Sustainable living is not an unattainable goal. It’s our right." - Ariyah Jané 🏠✨ Through our Housing Justice work, we aim to transform lives by providing the stability and support our communities need to thrive. Join us as we work towards a future where everyone has a safe space to call home. https://lnkd.in/geuFCAfD #LavenderRightsProject #HousingJustice #Empowerment #CommunityCare #BlackTransLivesMatter #CollectiveStrength

Ready to celebrate your pride with us this Saturday? 🌈🤎✨ Join Lavender Rights Project at PNW Black Pride for a day of empowerment, joy, and community. We can't wait to see you there! Stop by our table and let's make it a day to remember. For more information, head to https://lnkd.in/grPpzurh #PNWBlackPride #LavenderRightsProject #CelebratePride

THIS SUNDAY What should Social Housing look like in Seattle? We're cohosting a Social Housing Listening Post on Sunday August 18, 2024, an intentional space designed to invite community to share and exchange information, discuss ideas and examine concerns with policy, government or social issues. We'll focus on explaining what social housing is, and learning what you know about it and want to know about it. We also want to hear how can we improve our political education around social housing, and and I-137! This will be a safe space to co-create a vision for social housing with the communities most impacted by the housing crisis. We want to ensure that those who are typically kept out of these conversations and prevented from accessing information have access and opportunity to be at the forefront! Register at https://lnkd.in/eSw4bxQ2 #SocialHousing #HousingJustice #HousingSafety

Our commitment runs deep—from abolitionism to Black Trans Femme liberation. We're dedicated to harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and ensuring every decision centers around those we serve. Join us as we embrace collective care, mutual aid, and community-driven lawyering. Together, we're not just dreaming of a better future; we're building it. #Abolitionism #BlackTransFemmeLiberation #CommunityLawyering #SelfDetermination