Collective Power Conference 2024

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Public registration, COVID testing, tours of Hampshire’s campus Trans/Non-Binary pop-up artisan market, photo booth, merch store

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Artistic invocation by poet FreeQuency, land acknowledgment, and official welcome

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Buffet-style catering provided by Hampshire College

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Join us as we kick off Collective Power 2024 with a keynote session featuring distinguished young leaders and undergraduate students. They will share how they’re currently organizing at the forefront of reproductive justice. Our student organizers will guide public participants, students, CPRJ program members/alums, and presenters in brief open-mic presentations (2-5 minutes each).

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Check-in for participants arriving on day two

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Yoga is a practice that helps us to be aware of ourselves and clear our minds to create space and solutions (Open to any level.) With Yahhlia Yisrael

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Empowering the body with martial skills and expressions for relief of emotions, feelings of security in oneself, and self-defense, so one can feel liberated in the body, mind, and spirit. (Open to any level.) With Brandon Huguley

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New to reproductive health, rights, and justice? Join us for a workshop exploring the fundamentals and intersections of these movements! We’ll discuss bodily autonomy and reproductive justice, equitable access to reproductive health care, fighting stigma and changing culture, and advocating for policy and systemic change. (101) With Quita Tinsley, Ravina Daphtary

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We will develop an understanding of self-managed abortion and abortion doula support as abolitionist praxis. We will explore how people have applied this framework to advocate for returning abortion to its roots as a community-based practice. We will then collectively imagine utopian futures of reproductive health care. (201) With Eleanor Mason, Niharika Rao, Lizzie Chadbourn

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This workshop will organize a safe space to talk about menstrual and intimate care, the impacts of white folks in this industry, and the challenges we face with stigmatization of intimate care products. We will address chemicals, reproductive harm, and ways to broaden Women’s Voice for Earth’s voices to communities of color. (Open to any level.) With Alex Gorman Scranton, Trennie Burch

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In this session, attendees will learn how AACs exploit personal and medical information. In addition, we will explore how federal regulations leave us vulnerable to AACs’ deceptive tactics. (101) With Chaqya Hosea, Julia Bourkland, Nicole Sugerman

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This panel discusses how anti-abortion states weaponize the law and policies to target people with mental health conditions. Anti-abortion states achieve this by criminalizing birthing people for pregnancy outcomes, placing them at risk for seeking treatment, all while preventing clinicians from delivering life and health-preserving care. (Open to any level.) With Meetra Mehdizadeh, Rafa Kidvai, Em Lawler

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This session explores how young leaders can resiliently utilize different tools to advocate and engage their communities in reproductive justice on the state level after the fall of Roe. (101) With Andrea Arreola-Soria, Amy Cerna Sanchez, Erika Leon

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This workshop aims to cultivate a space to engage in critical conversation around access to comprehensive sex education, explore the influences of structural heteropatriarchy and structural racism, and understand the need for sex education, specifically those who are POC, LGBTQ youth, and the intersections between the two. (201) With Alandra Ricci, Kene Orakwue

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For a calmer environment, visit the low sensory zone

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Adoption speaks to the core tenets of reproductive justice (RJ), yet it is not widely embraced as an RJ issue. Our workshop will provide an adoptee-centered space where we aim to establish adoption as an RJ issue, complicate adoption narratives, and discuss what adoptees need more of in the movement. (Open to any level.) With Mezekerta Tesfay, Tiffany Hyeon Brooks

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In taking a brief look into the history and development of western binary gender expectations and performance, this workshop aims to provide context as to why gender and gender expression is an act of resistance by exploring what disrupting gender norms looks like, why trans and gender non-conforming (TGNC) individuals are being targeted politically and socially in America, and how to express solidarity with TGNC folks. (Open to any level.) With Juni Cassaway

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This panel will focus on the gendered, racialized, and sexualized torture of Palestinians by the Israeli military in Gaza as an entry point for understanding the politics of war and conflict and their structuring of hierarchies of power and domination. The second part will examine reproductive justice within the context of the current genocide in Gaza. The last section will address transnational feminist and queer mobilizations to stand in solidarity with the people of Gaza and the interconnectedness of our struggle for justice and liberation. (Open to any level.) With Isis Nusair

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This workshop investigates the role of embodiment for BIPOC. Through guided meditation, improvisation, partner/group work, casual dancing, and conversation, participants will discover their relationship to their body as a site of commentary, access, dissection, surveillance, and subjectivity/objectivity. Participants will embrace autonomy, connection, and unabashed pleasure. (Open to any level.) With Samara “Mère” Ternoir

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Buffet style catering provided by Hampshire College Exhibitors in Robert Crown Center (RCC)

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This workshop unpacks the relationship between racial equity, social determinants of health, and the circles of sexuality. Through an interactive experience, participants will deepen their cultural understanding to create affirming advocacy approaches for promoting equitable access to sexual health resources for all young people, regardless of their background and identities. (Open to any level.) With Brittany Broaddus-Smith, Dr. Daniella Thorne

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Historically, philanthropy has relied on wealth inequality and power imbalances. How are progressive funders working to transform the field? What practices are they trying as they strive to build more equitable relationships with nonprofits? And how can fundraisers, activists, and nonprofits navigate various philanthropic practices? (101) With Brenae Anacacy, Natanja Craig-Oquendo, Nichelle Brunner, Carlton V Bell II “cj”

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How do we approach healing sexual trauma when just thinking about the topic can make us sick with dread? Rather than beginning by facing our pain, we can anchor our nervous system in something beautiful and supportive. Horses are incredibly therapeutic and spiritual beings that open a pathway toward healing that feels gentle, magical, and relieving. Through storytelling and guided meditation, Jamila invites participants to journey with her to meet the horses. We’ll connect with these therapeutic beings as allies in your healing, without the need for direct horse interaction. Please note this workshop does not mention SA or traumatic memories. (Open to any level.) With Jamila Umi Jackson

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This strategy session presents a short history of reproductive rights and suffrage in the U.S. and the political measures it took to achieve it. Then, we will craft an action plan using political means to secure reproductive justice in the country. (Open to any level.) With Charles Townsend, Johnathan Creque, Ava Pujado

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Researchers Cloee Cooper and Hannah Silver of Political Research Associates will present their research on self-styled “abortion abolitionists,” mapping out the organizations and leaders using “Abolitionist” history and rhetoric to push for the total criminalization of abortion. (201) With Cloee Cooper, Hannah Silver, Lori Rodiguez

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Focusing on the reproductive justice needs of Trans Latinx/e asylum seekers, this workshop will focus on access to hormone replacement therapy (HRT), access to mental health support, and facilitating queer Latinx/e community connections. This workshop focuses on acculturation concerns, highlighting obstacles and needs Trans Latinx/e asylum seekers face in the migration process. (101) With Douglas Valdez, Phoenix Rosewood MA LMHC

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Join four Collective Rising alum in a workshop providing best practices to make the most out of your reproductive justice internship experience. We will share practical strategies and personal reflections on our time as Collective Rising interns (and beyond) to help prepare emerging leaders as they navigate the reproductive justice movement. Topics that will be discussed include time management, communication, navigating burnout, and self advocacy. (Open to Any Level.) With LaKia Williams, Angela Gutierrez, Alexandria Williams- Reich

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For a calmer environment, visit the low sensory zone

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The reality is that policing of reproductive choices is just a symptom of a larger anti-Black, ableist, anti-poor system in which we are all trapped. This session aims to help folks connect the dots between abortion access, the decoupling of morality and sex, the deconstruction of respectability politics, and the larger movement for anti-capitalism and reproductive justice. It provides a landscape overview of the work being done at the grassroots level in the United States Deep South through the work of abortion funds and other radical reproductive justice organizers. (201) With Tyler Barbarin, Chasity Wilson

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This workshop is a space to educate and mobilize young advocates, equipping them with the tools and knowledge needed to champion reproductive justice for themselves and their communities. Ultimately, this workshop intends to foster a sense of empowerment among participants by emphasizing that young individuals have the agency and the power to create a future where reproductive justice is a reality for everyone. (Open to any level.) With Miyana Evans, Lonnell Schuler

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Nearly one-third of AAPI women of reproductive age live in states that have banned or are likely to ban abortion, including Georgia, Florida, and Texas. This panel will explore how AAPI women are working to remove barriers to reproductive health care and decriminalize abortion in the South, including policy work. (Open to any level.) With May Thach, Virginia Lucy, Tuyet Duong

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This workshop maps the different needs and strategies of students across the Five College community and beyond to access a variety of RJ supports, services, and opportunities. We will provide space for students to share their organizing work and strategies across their campuses and communities as they navigate challenges and opportunities to respond to issues. (Open to any level.) With Carina Nanan, Jallicia Jolly, Isabella Ahmad, Ash Smith, Dohyeon Kim

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Snacks and light refreshments Collective Power photo booth and merch store in Robert Crown Center (RCC)

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Black women and girls are under-protected from toxins in both their built environments and in personal care products. This violates reproductive justice principles. Our workshop will draw out these points while offering actionable steps participants can take to best protect themselves and advocate for systems change. (Open to any level.) With Tianna Shaw-Wakeman, Zoe Cunliffe

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In the shadow of Dobbs, we could see greater bans on contraceptives. Increased restrictions could invite unjust contraceptive practices in the name of prevention. What do we do? Join us to sharpen our collective agenda for contraceptive justice, centering user bodily autonomy, contraceptive access and safety, and informed consent. In this strategy session, we will challenge skewed rationales of contraceptive access in the face of restrictions that undermine a justice approach. We will discuss how fears of narrowing access to both abortion and contraception should not determine our strategies for pursuing contraceptive justice. (101) With Etobssie Wako, Anne Hendrixson, Aisha Chaudhri

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People who use drugs often avoid health care in traditional medical settings. This workshop explores Syringe Exchange Programs’ ability to include reproductive health and justice work among the low- barrier and low-threshold healthcare services they offer. In addition, we explore how Syringe Exchange Programs collaborate with partners to build up reproductive services in harm-reduction settings. (Open to any level.) With Joanna Green, Elizabeth Whipple, Polly Faust

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Policy and the law are the slowest-moving vehicles for social change. They create the barriers upon which many aspects of our existence are defined and marginalized. This workshop will dive into the widely unknown levers and loopholes in politics, government, and the law to help create and accelerate social change. (201) With Moira Tan

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In today’s world, stories are powerful instruments for social change. This workshop is a dynamic exploration of the art of storytelling and its capacity to inspire, inform, and ignite conversations on reproductive justice issues and anti-violence work. We will explore storytelling topics on abortion and survivorship, among other topics. (101) With Tayler Simon

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**Trans Power and Justice Youth Caucus is an affinity/closed space for youth advocates 25 and under. Please respect this youth-led and centered space!** Want to center gender justice and trans liberation in your organizing? In this session, we’ll connect you with other youth organizers in middle and high school to strategize ways to build your base, garner support, offer education/ ongoing learning about trans power and the impacts of anti-LGBTQ legislation on reproductive freedom, sexual health, and our trans power/autonomy. (101) With Translate Gender’s Trans Youth Action Team

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The lasting impact of slavery in the American South shapes social, economic, and educational landscapes. Slavery’s legacy fuels racial disparities and influences conservative-driven sex education, often lacking vital information. This worsens health disparities, especially for Black communities, impacting access to comprehensive sexual health education. This workshop aims to explore these historical intersections and advocate for inclusive sex education in the South (Open to any level.) With Kiaya Pierson

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For a calmer environment, visit the low sensory zone

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Through guided activities, participants will understand policing—in all its varied forms—as an inherent form of violence, one that makes our communities less safe. Participants will think through the kinds of resources— childcare, public education, housing, etc.—that can prevent violence, creating broader well-being in our communities, without reproducing punishment and harm. (101) With Benji Hart

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This workshop explores the origins of fatphobia and its connection to anti-Blackness, the history of the fat acceptance movement in the United States, and the systemic barriers that fat and plus-size individuals face when seeking sexual and reproductive healthcare. (101) With Sarah Biette

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Join storytellers Lil Miss Hot Mess and Lady Shug as they read to children of all ages, including the young-at- heart. Recognized by librarians and educators as a fun early literacy experience, this will be the most glamorous, sparkly story time ever! (Open to any level.) With Lil Miss Hot Mess and Lady Shug

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Reproductive futurism as a concept was developed in LGBTQ spaces. More recently, Loretta Ross has applied the RJ lens to critique reproductive futurisms. We will discuss reproductive futurism, RJ critiques and analysis of this concept, and reconsider what technology entails as we imagine what reproductive futures can look like. (201) With Lori Rodriguez, Aura Lindo, Simran Jain

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Buffet style catering provided by Hampshire Catering

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Concluding her “Lala Land Back Tour,” Lady Shug of Drag Story Hour, featured on HBO’s “We’re Here,” and Papi Churro will close out Collective Power 2024. Experience the culmination of this continually evolving and collaborative multimedia journey—a heartfelt love letter to the Indigiqueer community. Stay for an engaging panel + Q&A immediately following Lady Shug’s final “Lala Land Back Tour” performance. Join the #ShugChallenge - Support mutual aid efforts and uplift Indigenous communities in New Mexico and Arizona by donating to Lady Shug’s mutual aid fund. She provides essential items to community members. Your support is appreciated. Ahéhee (thank you). Three ways to donate: (PayPal.me/LadyShug) (Cash App: $ShugChallenge) (Venmo: @ShugChallenge)

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