The Prism Program

08/01/2024

Meet Silas (he/him) ~ Silas is a certified peer specialist with the PRISM Program. If you'd like to connect with him, he works Thursdays and Saturdays from 10am-4pm, and Fridays from 4pm-10pm. He also participates in the Tuesday night support group, so you can usually find him there!
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02/29/2024

The death of Nex Benedict (they/them) was a result of transphobic violence from their peers and a lack of action from their school and hospital staff. Nex’s death highlights the ever-growing need of protection and support for trans youth. PRISM is here to be a pillar of support for anyone needing it. We will not stop moving towards a future that protects trans youth and their freedom. We see you, we celebrate you.

Our support line is open 10AM-10PM everyday. Call or text us at 414-336-7974

01/01/2024

Thank you for sticking around with us for another entire year, Prism People! As we wrap up 2023, how are you feeling going into 2024? You might feel a little bit of all of these options, and that's okay! We'd love to hear the spectrum of your thoughts! Feel free to contact us and/or comment below! We're open 10AM-10PM every day!

Photo ID: On a green background, black text reads: End of Year Check-In. In a light yellow cloud, text reads: How are you feeling about 2024? There is a line underneath ranging from "Not good" to "Meh" to "OK" to "Good" to "Amazing!" with red, orange, yellow, green, and blue hearts, respectively. Bottom text reads: Wherever you are, you aren't alone! Call or text Prism: 414-336-7974. The Prism Program logo is in the bottom right corner. End ID.

12/18/2023

If the holiday season brings up complicated feelings, please know you’re not alone. The Prism Program warmline is open 10am-10pm daily, including the holidays, for peer support by and for the LGBTQ+ community. If you need a space to vent, grieve, reflect, or just need some company, reach out!

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12/03/2023

This International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we lift up trans and nonbinary folks living with disabilities. Trans people experience higher rates of disability than non-trans people. As we mark this international day of recognition, we honor the intersections, challenges, and persistence of trans and nonbinary people living with disabilities.



[Image: Graphics of four people with disabilities: on the far left, a person in a fuzzy green jacket and green boots uses a wheelchair. Second from the left, a person with a prosthetic leg sits on the floor while drawing and listening to music. Third from the left, a person wearing a shirt with the autism symbol and tattoos uses a wheelchair. On the far right, a person wearing a salmon dress with a big pink bow uses crutches. Text: “International Day of Persons with Disabilities. December 3, 2023.” FORGE logo.]

12/03/2023

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11/20/2023

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance, a day when we take time to honor those we have lost and to rededicate ourselves to fighting for trans rights. This year, we would especially like to honor Brazil Johnson, Toi Davis, Regina "Mya" Allen, Cashay Henderson, and Chyna Long, women who should still be with us.

Photo IDs: All photos have a solid black background. Slide 1. A pink, white, and blue flower is in the top right corner. The Prism Program logo with a prism refracting a rainbow is in the lower left corner. Text reads, "Transgender Day of Remembrance November 20, 2023." Slide 2. Text reads, "Wisconsin people to life up this year: Brazil Johnson, Toi Davis, Regina "Mya" Allen, Cashay Henderson, Chyna Long. They should still be with us. We will continue to uplift their memory by fighting for trans lives." Slide 3 includes a graphic detailing the TDOR event at Zao MKE Church with doors opening at 6:30 PM. Text reads, "Celebrate the lives lost this year with a candlelight vigil and access community resources present during the service." Slide 4. A person with long hair and a pink dress stands holding a trans flag. Text reads, "Trans people are extraordinary, strong, intelligent, persistent and resilient. We have to be. And we will not stand for the picking and choosing of rights. We still have hope. Sage Dolan-Sandrino." Slide 5. Text reads, "We are here to support you. Call or text: 414-336-7974 or email: prism@mhawisconsin.org from 10 AM - 10 PM any day. Zoom support groups Tuesday evenings at 7 PM CT. Zoom Meeting ID: 841 2055 4336" END ID.

10/25/2023

GSA's - MKE needs your help!

Image ID: On a blue background with rainbow edges, text reads: Courage MKE. Calling all GSA's! We need your help! Courage MKE is overwhelmed with requests for courage kits so we're hosting a competition to see who can collect the most items! The winning GSA will receive $1,000 to be used towards their annual GSA budget, second place will receive $500, and third place $250. Each item collected will be 1 point, each kit put together is 25 points! Did you know that each year more than 6,000 Courage kits are delivered to local Milwaukee schools and organizations? Each kit contains the following travel-size items: Deodorant, Shampoo/Conditioner, Toothbrush/Toothpaste, Gum or mints, trail mix or bars, Band aids, Chapstick, Soap, Handwarmers, Menstrual products, Gloves and hat, and Hand sanitizer. To participate and arrange a drop off / pick up please email Jean@CourageMKE.org. Please turn all donations in by December 4th. END ID.

10/16/2023

10/11/2023

We wish we had some better news to share. The Senate has scheduled hearings on SB 479 and SB 480 on Thursday October 12th at 11:30am.

Senate Bill 479 - Relating to: a civil cause of action for a minor injured by a gender transition procedure. 

Senate Bill 480 - Relating to: prohibiting gender transition, medical intervention for individuals under 18 years of age.

Senate Committee on Health - 411 South at 11:30am - SB 479 & SB 480 

The hearing will be happening at the same time as the floor vote on the bills banning transgender athletes and gender affirming care in the Assembly, which starts at 10:00am. 

If you can come and testify, please do so. If you want to submit written testimony please written testimony to testimony@fairwisconsin.com by 5pm on Wed if possible.

If you are able to come in person please stop by 425 South West (same room as last week) if you need assistance or have questions. This room will also serve as a quiet space away from the hearings.

It's no coincidence that the Senate hearings are scheduled on the same day and time as the Assembly floor vote. They are trying to divide us and wear us down.

Please do what you can to push back against these harmful bills.

And to our trans youth and their families, please know that you are loved and there are a heckuva lot of people fighting for you.

09/18/2023

Happy Bisexual Visibility Week, Prism people!!!! Need someone *bi* your side? We're here for you! Do you see what we did there? 😎

Image ID: On a pink, purple, and blue background, text reads "Happy Bi Visibility Week. Need someone BI your side? Call or text 414-336-7974." The Prism Program logo is in the top left corner, and a frog holding a bisexual flag heart sits in the bottom right corner. END ID.
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09/13/2023

This Thursday! Come take advantage of our late night testing slots!
Call (414)390-0444 Ext:1 to inquire!