from Facebook
January 22, 2017 will be the SECOND annual Trans Prisoner Day of Action: an international day of action in solidarity with trans prisoners.
More info @ International Day of Trans Prisoner Solidarity / www.transprisoners.net
In Philly we will be holding space for a letting writing night/event jawn, centered on trans prisoners in PA. Information about specific prisoners, and their struggles inside, will be provided by Hearts on a Wire. Everyone should totally check out Hearts and read their newsletter, made by and for trans prisoners.
*Art materials and postage will also be provided.*
Please come though and:
– Send a letter/art to someone (it is lonely and any letter/art is appreciated)
– Learn about a specific trans person on the inside.
– Start a new pen pal relationship, checking in with yourself truthfully and honesty on your capacity to commit to that.
– Write another letter to an existing pen pal you have.
– Talk with others about your experience supporting trans people on the inside.
– Meet other people and talk about projects we’re involved in.
Email event organizers to get involved or suggest materials/zines to share:
cass: cass.struggle@gmail.com / Brynn Cassidy West
Letha: l.muthkimball@gmail.com / not on fb
(it’s best to email us both)
[January 22 5pm to 7pm at LAVA Space 4134 Lancaster Ave]
NOT IN PHILLY?
Get on the International Day of Trans Prisoner Solidarity group if you are in a different spot and want to coordinate/promote your own local event. That’s what this is all about.
From project webpage:
“Anyone can host an event. It can be big or small and take any format you choose. We’ll support you and help with promotion, resources and other assistance you might need.
Event ideas: Letter writing nights, film screenings, public forums, workshops, music shows, fundraisers, actions, vigils.”
Hey there,
I have been interested in this event since mid-January. However, i was not able to attend any event that happened about this here in NYC. I still want to write a letter on my own but need help getting started. What are some tips for getting started and ideas to include in the letter? Thank you in advance.