Our Services
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Mutual Aid
PEITN believes in a trauma informed and dignified approach to Mutual Aid. We provide direct financial support, as well as navigation to other groups who may be able to offer additional resources. To request mutual aid support, you may email us at Info@peitn.com
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PEER SUPPORT
We provide individual and group peer support in person, over the phone, and online. We offer convenient online services through social media messaging (see bottom of the page for facebook & instagram) or you can schedule a Zoom / Web Video Conference with us via email at Info@peitn.com
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ADVOCACY
We advocate for the 2-Spirit / trans+ community of Epekwitk; we do this publicly by holding systems accountable, as well as privately when folks need assistance navigating discrimination in their workplace, school system, etc. Our team works one-to-one with individuals in a way that centres their needs and goals. To learn more, email us at Info@peitn.com
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SYSTEMS NAVIGATION
Our team is happy to support individuals through the process of navigating a variety of systems, such as: healthcare, be it specifically for Gender Affirming Care, or general healthcare, school & education, legal name changes & gender markers, and more. To get started on accessing local 2S/TGDNB+ resources, click here!
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TRAINING & EDUCATION
We provide training and education as it pertains to Gender Inclusivity, and can connect you with other training and education opportunities and providers. If you would like to hire our organization to deliver a Gender Inclusivity Workshop or Training for your team or staff, and would like more information (including: pricing and reviews) email us at info@peitn.com.
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RESOURCES
We provide resources to the trans community, their families, professionals, and the public - such as: 2S/TGDNB+ affirming mental & physical health services, access to private community wellness groups, materials to support allies on their journeys of learning, unlearning & solidarity, and more! If you would like to learn more about private community wellness groups for 2S/TGDNB+ individuals & parents of Gender Expansive youth, please reach out to us at: info@peitn.com.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
We host events, take part in activities, and regularly engage with the community, including our inaugural event series, Break the Cis-tem (BTC): This event series was aligned with International Transgender Day of Visibility and one of our many goals is to bring this evolving series to PEI annually as a way to celebrate trans-joy. To learn more about BTC 2023, click here!
We treasure community feedback, and aim to curate events and ongoing engagements that speak to the unique needs, wants and interests of our diverse community! If you love to sing, we invite you to check out Queer Choir! If you’re looking for an accountable, affirming and body inclusive space to get active, we encourage you to attend one of our NEW Trans Movement Series events. Follow us on social media to stay up to date on upcoming events and community activities.
We also host and partner with local & national organizations to offer community socials, such as: our Community Clothing Swaps, International Day of Pink events with Canada's Drag Race Winner, Icesis Couture, and Stonewall Riot Courage Tour with Martin Boyce.
We co-facilitate TGD youth and adult support groups with PEERS Alliance: Roots & Shoots, Buds.
If you have an event idea, would like to partner with us for an upcoming event, sponsor an event, or organize a fundraiser for PEITN, please send us an email at info@peitn.com.
