This November, we recognize Transgender and Nonbinary Empowerment Month, which also encompasses Trans Awareness Week and Trans Day of Remembrance
We highlight the academic, social, and cultural opportunities supporting this month and these communities.
*Transgender is an umbrella term describing a person whose gender differs from their sex assigned at birth. Trans is shorthand for transgender. Nonbinary is an umbrella term for genders other than woman or man, including genders with aspects of both or neither.
Spotlight: Trans Resource Hub
The Trans Resource Hub is designed to connect campus communities with trans and nonbinary affirming resources and services. From healthcare and housing to advocacy and community spaces, the Hub is a one-stop guide for support, empowerment, and belonging.
Administrative Departments, Organizations and Student Groups
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Gender Equity Resource Center (GenEq): Serves as UC Berkeley's inclusive campus hub around gender and sexuality, offering resources, support, educational programs, and leadership initiatives for students, faculty, staff, and alumni to foster a welcoming and inclusive Cal experience.
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Trans Student Wellness Initiative (TSWI): A student-led and community-centered initiative supported by GenEq and the Multicultural Community Center that aims to support the holistic wellness and retention of trans and nonbinary students at UC Berkeley through community building events, resource distribution, and advocacy. TSWI’s Gender Affirming Care Resource Request Form is open for 2025-26
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Queer Alliance Resource Center (QARC): A student-run organization that provides social, educational, and safer sex programming that centers the needs of queer and trans community on campus, and also acts as an umbrella organization for all active queer/trans student organizations on campus. QARC is one of the oldest student orgs on campus, one of the oldest queer student orgs across the country, and is at the forefront of this movement, fostering a culture of acceptance and celebration. QARC maintains a resource center located in the Hearst Field Annex A15.
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Transgender Students at Cal (T-Cal): Student organization providing a vital platform for transgender and nonbinary students, offering a supportive network and resources for navigating campus life. The organization actively promotes awareness and understanding of Trans experiences and challenges.
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Sexual Orientation and Gender Advocacy Project (SOGA): A Graduate Assembly Project that seeks to improve the lives and experiences of queer and gender-diverse graduate students at UC Berkeley, led by the SOGA and Trans & Gender Diverse Advocacy Project Directors who serve as advocates to address specific needs and concerns of the community to ensure their success in higher education and beyond.
- The Trans and Gender-Diverse Advocacy Project (TGDA) is dedicated to improving the lives and academic experiences of trans and gender-diverse graduate students at UC Berkeley. Led by project directors who advocate on behalf of the community, TGDA identifies and addresses the unique challenges faced by trans and gender-diverse grads. The project also collaborates with other Graduate Assembly initiatives, including the Sexual Orientation and Gender Advocacy Project, to ensure inclusive support, community-building, and resources that empower trans and gender-diverse students to thrive in graduate school and beyond.
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Registered student orgs in CalLink - There are multiple student orgs supporting trans and nonbinary student involvement and community building at UC Berkeley. Get involved today! If you are looking to start your own group, you can reach out to OASIS
General Resources
University Health Services Resources
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Transgender and Gender Diverse Care: UHS offers affirming, comprehensive services with practitioners specializing in transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse care — supporting your health, wellness, and identity.
Read and Watch
Task Forces and Advisory Bodies
- Campus Advisory Committee on LGBTQ+ Communities at Cal: A committee advocating for an inclusive and affirming environment for LGBTQ+ individuals at UC Berkeley. The committee has actively engaged in initiatives, policy reviews, and community concerns, driving significant positive change for LGBTQ+ staff, faculty, and students.
Staff and Faculty Resources
- LavenderCal: A network for LGBTQ+ faculty and staff, fostering a supportive and affirming workplace environment. Through various initiatives and events, it champions inclusivity and diversity within the UC Berkeley community.
Units and Departments
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Queer and Trans Praxis (QTP) Minor, formerly the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Studies (LGBT) minor, within the Gender and Women's Studies department
Practicing Allyship
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Learn about trans identities and history
- Understand and respect pronouns
Events
Visit the GenEq calendar for a more full list of events
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October 9, 2025: TSWI Lunch on Us
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October 13, 2025 from 4-5pm: Gender, Sex, and Sexism Workshop
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October 18, 2025 6pm-10pm: QT+ Homecoming
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October 20, 2025 from noon-2pm: Trans and Nonbinary Inclusion Workshop, Virtual
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October 22, 2025 5pm-7pm: LGBTQ+ History Trivia Night
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October 23, 2025 5pm-7pm: QT Harm Reduction
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October 31, 2025 3pm-6pm: QARC Halloween Community Event (Hot Ghoul Halloween)
- November 6, 2025 from 5-7pm: Fall 2025 Trans Health Care Panel
- November 7, 2025 5pm-7pm: QARC Karaoke Night
- November 18, 2025 5pm-7pm: TSWI & QARC Clothing Drive & Dinner
- November 18, 2025 from noon-2pm: Trans and Nonbinary Inclusion Workshop, In-Person
- November 20, 2025 from 1-3pm: Trans Day of Remembrance TSWI Lunch on Us with open mic
- Early December: Teaching and Working in Troubled Times: Meeting the Moment for Trans Justice and Solidarity - Please check https://americancultures.berkeley.edu/twtt for updated information
- December 9, 2025 from 6-8 pm: Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson Book Event
Request a Workshop
You can request a workshop for your org, department, or class at geneq.berkeley.edu via “Request a Workshop” under Quick Links (far right of homepage). Please allow 30–45 days’ notice. Topics include:
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Intro to GenEq
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Gender and Sexuality 101 - Creating LGBTQ Inclusive Environments
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Trans & Nonbinary Inclusion
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Gender, Sex, & SexismCal Self Defense for All with IMPACT Bay Area (in-person only)
Available to non–UC Berkeley organizations for a fee based on location and audience size. UC Berkeley requests receive scheduling priority. Visit the workshop request form for more information.
Faculty/Research
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