QUEER & TRANS PEOPLE OF COLOR (QTPOC)
Rocky Mountain Equality (RMEQ) strives to provide support and connection for queer and trans people of color. If you have any suggestions for programs, events, or services we can provide for the QTPOC community or have questions about our programs below, please contact Lucinnia (she) at lucinnia@rmequality.org.
SUNDAY KIKI SESSIONS
In honor of Ballroom culture, Rocky Mountain Equality hosts Kiki Sessions every first and third Sunday of the month from 1-4 p.m. in Boulder County. The location each week is TBD. Follow our Instagram page for updates or reach out to Lucinnia (she) at lucinnia@rmequality.org to learn more.
These sessions are free and open to all identities and ages. Classes are drop-in; no RSVP required.
WHAT IS A KIKI SESSION?
Kiki Sessions are spaces for people involved in Ballroom, or looking to become involved, to practice their skills depending on the categories they "walk" (or participate) in. These categories can range from Runway to Face to Performance and more. It is a communal space meant to build solidarity and get prepared for "walking" in future Balls. As a communal effort, the "elders," or more experienced members of the community, will take a position of leadership to help those who are newer to Ballroom develop their skills.
Historically, Ballroom has been a space for queer and trans people of color to gather and celebrate their identities when facing racism and oppression from cisgender, heteronormative societies, as well as white LGBTQ+ spaces. Houses would form based on the need for community, as QTPOC elders would care for young, homeless LGBTQ+ people.
ADVANCING & SUSTAINING TRANS RIGHTS & AUTONOMY
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
The Fund for Advancing and Sustaining Trans Rights and Autonomy (ASTRA) aims to help trans people of color seeking gender-affirming care. Anyone in Colorado is eligible to apply.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until funding runs out. All Colorado residents statewide are eligible. This is a need-based initiative but we review all applications holistically.
Transgender rights and autonomy are being undermined and attacked across the country. Supporting the ASTRA fund is not just aiding individuals; it's also fortifying a collective stand for bodily autonomy. The ASTRA fund recognizes that trans people of color often experience barriers to medically necessary care related to socioeconomic challenges and a lack of accessible options. RMEQ hopes to address immediate needs and champion a broader movement towards equity and justice for trans people of color.
THE
ASTRA
FUND
BECA CIELO PARA EL COMERCIO Y LA TECNOLOGIA/
CIELO SCHOLARSHIP FOR TRADE & TECH
ESPAÑOL
La Fundación de Becas Cielo financiará completamente un programa comercial o tecnológico para cualquiera que complete con éxito el programa.
Estas becas son una gran oportunidad para recibir educación y entrenamiento para una vocación profesional que te lanzará al mercado laboral. Todes son bienvenides a postularse, independientemente del idioma hablado o de estado migratorio. Si necesitan apoyo, empleados de RMEQ pueden ayudarles con el proceso de aplicación, orientación y entendiendo el programa más.
ENGLISH
The Cielo Scholarship Foundation fully funds people of all ages who qualify to successfully complete a two-year trade or tech program.
These scholarships are a great opportunity to receive vocational training that launches you into the job market. All are welcome to apply, regardless of language spoken or documentation status. RMEQ staff will offer assistance with the application process, guidance, and support.
