How can we use self-expression as a tool for empowerment that affirms our queer and trans identities? We’ll start with a brief chat to explore how marginalized communities have used clothing/accessories/fashion to express themselves and flag/communicate, and the challenges and opportunities we face in expressing our full selves – and then we’ll have a DIY crafting session where you can alter/embellish clothing and create your own accessories including jewelry, pins, and tote bags.

No crafting experience necessary! Clothing/accessories from the Gender Resource Network's Gender Affirming Regalia closet will be available, and you can also bring any clothing or shoes that you’d like to work on! Craft supplies (tote bags, patches, fabric paint, stamps, stencils, studs, sequins, beads, etc) will be provided!

With INSOMNIA COOKIES!  RSVPs preferred - send dietary needs to nse@hampshire.edu

Hosted by TEAL (Ethics & the Common Good) + VOULA (New Student Experience) as part of Body Politics & Empowerment Week

** All events sponsored by New Student Expererience are open to students from all DIVs ***

Cosponsored by the Queer Community Alliance Center + Center for Feminism