COVID-19 Vaccine Project

Trans(forming) Members Doing Their Part

One of Our Members Shares Why He Got Vaccinated Against COVID-19

For our COVID-19 Vaccine Project, one of our members volunteered to share why he got vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19.

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One of Our Members Shares Why He Got Vaccinated Against COVID-19

For our COVID-19 Vaccine Project, one of our members volunteered to share why he got vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19.

Click the image to watch the video.

Trans(forming) Vaccine Project Manager with his free COVID-19 at-home test kit. He ordered from COVIDtest.gov.

The federal government has allowed everyone to order 4 more free COVID-19 at-home test kits @COVIDtest.gov.

Quinton Reynolds former lead organizer for Trans(forming) was featured in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution stating his reasons for why he decided to receive the COVID 19 vaccine.

Vaccine Campaign 2022-23

Trans(forming) released this video for Trans Day of Remembrance.

Ben Haseen, medical student, healthcare worker, transman, and PoC talks about the importance of getting vaccinated/boosted against COVID-19, as well as, getting the flu shot.

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Do For Others

In recognition of MLK Jr. Day, we are encouraging you to stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccinations by getting the latest booster. It is not too late to get the flu vaccine. The federal government is offering free COVID-19 test kits for the winter. Also, continuing to wear a mask will add an extra layer of protection. In taking these measures, you can answer the question “What Are You Doing for Others?” By taking care of your health. You are protecting your family and protecting the beloved community.

Vaccine Campaign 2021-22

Holiday Vaccine Campaign 2021

It's the Holiday season! Lots of Joy and Cheer going around!

While many eagerly await and love this time of year, it can be complicated for others.

If you feel this way, know that you're not alone. The holidays can be a lot. Whether stressing over gift-giving, missing a loved one, or reflecting on a year that was less than stellar for you, there are plenty of things that can derail the joy and cheer of the season. We want you to know that we see you and completely understand. It's not just you, trust us. This month we'll be featuring our thoughts on how to make this a season of giving-- to yourself.

Happy Holidays....the season is in full swing with lots of fun and activities swirling. How are you? We're here to remind you to breathe. #breathe #medidate #metime

Loving this holiday jar awaiting gratitude deposits. We love, love, love gratitude jars.

“Gratitude gives us eyes

to see God, Earth, beauty,

love, joy, and abundance.

Everything we never knew

was already right there in

front of us, waiting. We just needed gratitude

to open our eyes.”

― Josie Robinson, The Gratitude Jar: A Simple Guide to Creating Miracles

Photo by Nong V on Unsplash

Do you have a Check-in Friend?

You've probably heard of accountability partners...well, we are big believers in check-in partners.

Grab a friend and commit to doing a daily "how are ya" check-in. You can determine the flow (whether you text or call), and what you discuss (Booster shot, grief from missing a loved one) - but knowing you will have that connection and touchpoint every day will keep you mentally well...knowing you can count on that connection can mean a lot.

#AccountabilityPartner #CheckIn #HowAreYa

As we navigate this season, there are many things and people to consider. Whether it's Omicron, vaccinations, boosters, difficult family members --there are so many things. We encourage you to place yourself and your wellness at the top of your priority list.

Identify what you are experiencing.
Pause to breathe and calm yourself
Name the core emotions you are feeling at that moment
Listen (without judgment) to what your emotions are telling you
Think through how to move forward

HilaryJacobsHendel, LCSW, created a great framework called "The Change Triangle," which she uses to help people think through their emotions and how they process them. As she guides people through her framework, she encourages them to walk through the steps above.

Men Stopping Violence Partnership 2021-22

Take Your Shot: Vaccinating To Strengthen Communities

Trans(forming) with our partner, Men Stopping Violence(MSV) designed and created masks to encourage black, brown men, transmen, gender non-conforming, and AFAB folx to wear masks and get the COVID-19 vaccine.

Covid 19 Vaccination Project Ambassador Meeting 2021

Community Ambassadors from Trans(forming), Men Stopping Violence, and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity met to share best practices and encouraged each other to continue to spread the word and to men and male identified folks about the importance of getting vaccinated to protect all our communities.

If you live in Metro Atlanta and/or surrounding areas and you are interested in becoming a Community Ambassador, please email [email protected] for more information.

This was made possible with funding from the Centers For Disease Control and in partnership with Community Catalyst.

Press Release: Awarded COVID-19 CDC Grant 2021

CFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 30, 2021

CONTACT:

Cash Lord

[email protected]

Men Stopping Violence and Trans(forming) Awarded $100,000 in CDC Funds to Increase Adult COVID-19 and Flu Vaccination Rates

Education and outreach work will address vaccine inequities and advance health equity

(ATLANTA, GA) – Men Stopping Violence and Trans(forming) have been awarded $100,000 to fund outreach and education efforts focused specifically on building vaccine confidence among cisgender, trans, intersex and gender non-conforming men of color, primarily focusing on Black men. Made possible with funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and in partnership with Community Catalyst, the project aims to increase understanding of and trust about COVID-19 and influenza vaccines among adults at highest risk of infection and death from these illnesses.

The initiative comes amid a concerning rise in cases of the COVID-19 Delta variant and significant disparities in vaccination rates in historically underserved communities of color.

“We want to upend those aspects of male socialization and training that undermine our wellness,” says Dr. Spencer Murray, Project Manager. “By taking care of ourselves - by getting vaccinated - we’re creating safer communities and taking care of our loved ones.”

The project will focus on areas of DeKalb, Fulton, and Clayton counties that are ranked as “very high” on the COVID-19 Community Vulnerability Index. Among other activities, Men Stopping Violence and Trans(forming) will facilitate community discussions about wellness and vaccinations among men and male identified people in these areas. According to a 2020 report, Black Americans are two times more likely to trust a messenger of their own racial or ethnic group in their community.

About Men Stopping Violence:

Men Stopping Violence is a 39-year-old social change organization whose mission is to engage men and communities to take action to end violence against women.

About Trans(forming):

Trans(forming) is an inter-generational, metro Atlanta membership-based organization led by and for Trans, Intersex, Gender non-conforming, and Non-Binary persons, who were “wrongly” assigned female at birth (AFAB).

Our Vaccine Campaign Flyer

Our vaccine flyer 2022. The front of the flyer discusses why members received the COVID-19 vaccination.

The back of the flyer gives information on where the community can go get vaccinated.

Our vaccine flyer 2021. The front of the flyer discusses why members received the COVID-19 vaccination.

The back of the flyer gives information on where the community can go get vaccinated.