Hudson Valley TransForum
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- Friday, November 14 & Saturday, November 15, 2025 -
The Gateway Center, Westchester Community College
75 Grasslands Road, Valhalla, NY 10595
Event Overview
The Hudson Valley TransForum (HVTF) is a FREE two-day event bringing together professionals, community members, and allies to discuss and explore the needs of the Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming, and Non-Binary (TGNCNB*) community. The event is open to everyone, but TGNCNB people are the center and focus of this gathering. HVTF is organized by The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center in partnership with Westchester Community College.
Join us for two transformative days of workshops, keynote presentations, panel discussions, networking, and more! Additionally, we’re excited to host the Campus-Wide Drag Show on Friday evening, which is open to all regardless of conference attendance.
Conference Tracks
- Friday, November 14 (Service Track): Workshops focused on professional training to enhance knowledge and skills in serving the TGNCNB community.
- Saturday, November 15 (Community Track): Workshops focused on community-centered spaces for empowerment and pride.
Event Location
All HVTF events will be held at The Gateway Center, Westchester Community College, located at 75 Grasslands Road, Valhalla, NY 10595. Doors open at 8:00 AM on Friday and 9:00 AM on Saturday. We encourage attendees to arrive early.
Parking: Free parking is available in Visitor Parking Lot 1, adjacent to the Gateway Center.
Need Help?
If you experience technical difficulties completing the registration form or have questions about the event, please contact Jyoni Tetsurō Shuler, Senior Program Manager at The LOFT, at (914) 912-2503 or via email at [email protected].
*TGNCNB - Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming, and Non-Binary
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The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center invites community members, educators, artists, healers, advocates, and professionals to submit workshop proposals for the 2025 Hudson Valley TransForum, taking place November 14-15 at The Gateway Center, Westchester Community College in Valhalla, NY. This two-day gathering is a dynamic and affirming space centering Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming, and Non-Binary (TGNCNB) people and their allies through education, healing, creativity, and community building. What We're Looking For We welcome proposals that are interactive, empowering, and reflect the richness and diversity of TGNCNB lives. Workshops can focus on personal growth, advocacy, wellness, education, art, culture, or professional development. |
Past workshops have included topics such as:
Mutual Aid & Social Media Justice
Trans-Inclusive Investing & Finance
Mental Health & Somatic Healing Practices
Creative Writing & Gender Expression in Fiction
Intersectionality & Disability Justice
Housing and Employment Rights for TGNCNB Folks
Gender-Affirming Healthcare and Legal Support
Movement-Based Wellness for Gender Expansive People
Youth and Family Support for TGNCNB Communities
Queer & Trans Representation in Literature and Publishing
*We strongly encourage submissions from BIPOC, disabled, immigrant, youth, and other further-marginalized TGNCNB presenters.
Submission Details
Proposal Deadline: September 15, 2025 - all applicants will be notified of their status by October 1st.
Audience: TGNCNB individuals, allies, service providers, youth, educators, and community members
Honoraria: Modest stipends available for selected presenters
Questions?
Email us at [email protected]
