Do Something: Trans and Non Binary Identity(ies) Documentary Screening

Do Something: Trans and Non Binary Identity(ies) Documentary Screening

Designed as a call to action, this training uses the documentary as a foundational tool to deepen cultural awareness, enhance clinical competence, and support trauma-informed, identity-affirming therapeutic practice.

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Do Something: Trans & Non Binary Identity(ies) is an award-winning documentary created entirely by trans and non binary individuals that presents the lived realities of eight people navigating life with trans and/or non-binary identities. The film highlights the personal impacts of societal norms, micro- and macro-aggressions, and systemic challenges, while also offering insight into resilience, community, and the work needed to build safer, more affirming spaces.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Increase Cultural Competence and Sensitivity: Demonstrate increased understanding of the lived experiences of trans, non binary, and many more non cis individuals as presented in the documentary, and articulate at least three ways these insights can inform more affirming clinical practice.
Identify and Address Systemic and Clinical Bias: Recognize and critically reflect on personal and systemic biases that impact therapeutic engagement with gender-diverse clients, and describe at least three strategies to mitigate these biases in clinical settings.
Apply Trauma-Informed and Affirming Therapeutic Practices: Integrate trauma-informed and affirming approaches into therapy planning by identifying at least three concrete clinical interventions or modifications that enhance safety, trust, and validation for trans and non binary clients.

Rave Reviews from Previous Conferences

I learned more from this conference than I did from most of my grad school classes. As a queer nonbinary provider working with primarily queer and gender nonconforming folks, it is so important to hear from others who share these identities in how to best support and affirm my clients. I also really appreciated the letter writing training as it has allowed me to help so many clients access affirming care. I look forward to attending this upcoming year and continuing to listen and learn!

Every presenter was amazing and brought a wealth of information and experience to each session. I continue to use what I learned in the conference and in Van’s other trainings as a jumping off point to do my own self work and to better support my clients and the community. I've gotten so much out of previous conferences and I can't wait to attend this year's!

Attending this conference was a game-changer for me. It took me from being informed to embracing an affirming lens and practice, and I couldn't be more grateful for the experience. If you're looking to level up your understanding and support of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, trust me, the Do Something Identity(ies) conference is where it's at. You won't regret it!

As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and addiction specialist, I was blown away by the quality of content and selection offered during the conference. The robust selection of top-notch presenters was impressive and the topics covered a wide array of timely and relevant material. I would strongly encourage anyone working in any helping profession to attend this conference if at all possible. It is exactly this kind of content and presentation that is needed in order for us to heal ourselves and those around us.