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A bi-gender/non-binary event in New England?

Discussion in 'Gender Identity and Expression' started by MStream, Oct 17, 2017.

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Non-binary folks, would you be likely to attend an event like this?

  1. Definitely, and I would bring other people with me!

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    25.0%

  2. I'd definitely go!

    0 vote(s)
    0.0%

  3. Would really like to, not sure if I could

    3 vote(s)
    75.0%

  4. I might be interested

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  5. I wouldn't, but someone I know probably would

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  6. I'd like to, but I'm pretty sure I can't

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  7. I'm non-binary, but I wouldn't be interested

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  1. MStream

    MStream
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    Recently I got to take part in a one-hour, free-form discussion strictly for non-binary people at a transgender conference. It was wonderful both for the content and the people. It's the only time I've ever been in a room with only other non-binary people (I'm bi-gender and switch gender identities back and forth between male and female).

    I'm beginning to think it would be wonderful to be able to meet other bi-gender and non-binary people and to organize an event to make that happen. I'm thinking of a small, fairly informal, one-day (or maybe two-day) conference in a very gender-friendly place like Boston or Northampton, Massachusetts. We could have discussions, maybe some speakers, and a big party in the evening(s) with quieter and more raucous activities. We could probably get a discount at a hotel if we reserve a block of rooms.

    It would probably be in the spring, to give lots of time to get the word out and make sure we have a good turnout. Costs would be kept minimal, and I'd set up a carpooling system. Would anyone be enthusiastic for this?
     
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  2. StormyVale

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    I am also bi-gender and think that this is a good idea. I know that there is already the Philly Trans Health Conference, but I think that having a conference for just non-binary trans people would also be good. I think being non-binary transgender is very different than the experience of people who are binary transgender, and maybe a space to discuss different topics for those of us who are not of the gender binary (man or woman) might be cool.
     
    #2 StormyVale, Oct 17, 2017
  3. MStream

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    Oh, and does anyone know any organizations I should contact, especially ones specifically for bi-gender people, but also any LGBTQ organization anywhere near New England that might want to know about and/or help support the event?
     
    #3 MStream, Oct 19, 2017
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