EEDA Newsletter Vol 6, Res 19: Trans News and How to Help
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Hi friends! This week I managed to write another issue of Optimistic Hoarder and I’m trying to hop back on that train. This week is a busy one so before I get to the resources, I want to share something that makes me feel seen:
Don’t forget about last week’s EEDA Pod episode: Halfway Check-in: Progress, Pride, and Practical Advice
In this episode of "Enthusiastic Encouragement and Dubious Advice," Patricia and Nicole discuss their mid-year review of personal goals, emphasizing decluttering and strengthening community connections. They offer book recommendations for Pride Month, focusing on LGBTQ+ history and resources. The hosts also share what's currently bringing them joy, such as tending to a blooming plumeria and immersing themselves in vinyl records.
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It’s another resource week and this week there’s a theme.
Resource 1: Erin in the Morning
From the About page: “Stay up to date on all of the most important pieces of trans and queer news and legislation for the week.”
Resource 2: Transgender Law Center
Give them some money
Resource 3: Gender Liberation Movement
Give them some money too
Resource 4: Trans Lifeline
Also give them money. Lots of money. And if you’re trans and you need to talk to someone, they’re here for you.
Resource 5: These Mental Health and Mutual Aid Resources Are Here for Trans People Post-Skrmetti Ruling via them
Vital resources for trans youth, adults, and their loved ones.
Recent & Current Reads
Inclusion of a book in this section is not necessarily a recommendation and these books won’t always be added to my Bookshop. Links are affiliate links.
Recently Read:
The Last Sweet Bite: Stories and Recipes of Culinary Heritage Lost and Found by Michael Shaikh (out 6/24)
Lessons in Magic and Disaster by Charlie Jane Anders (out 8/19)
The Brain at Rest: How the Art and Science of Doing Nothing Can Improve Your Life by Joseph Jebelli, Ph.D. (out 6/24)
Currently Reading:
Her Majesty’s Royal Coven by Juno Dawnson (reread; book 3 out on 7/1)
Emergent Strategy: Shaping Change, Changing Worlds by Adrienne Maree Brown
That’s it for this week! You can shop many books I’ve mentioned in this newsletter at my affiliate shop, The Infophile’s Bookshop, and support independent bookstores. In fact, any Bookshop, Amazon, or Etsy links in this newsletter are affiliate links so if you shop through those, it helps support my work. Or you can leave me a tip on Ko-fi, Paypal, or Venmo.
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