Diverse & Resilient

10/11/2026

As concerns surrounding immigration enforcement continue across Wisconsin, we recognize the fear, uncertainty, and very real consequences facing immigrant families and LGBTQ+ asylum seekers.

Diverse & Resilient has released a public statement from Chris Allen, President & CEO, and Tou Fong, Director of Community Programs, addressing the impact of immigration enforcement and the risks faced by LGBTQ+ individuals fleeing persecution.

Alongside our statement, we are sharing helpful resources, including Know Your Rights information, guidance on immigration detention, and connections to legal and community support services.

We want to be clear about where D&R stands: Your immigration status or documentation does not diminish your humanity, your need for care, or your dignity. We will continue working to reduce barriers to essential services, connect people to prevention and care, and address the conditions that put LGBTQ+ lives and well-being at risk.

Read our full statement and access the resources here: https://www.diverseandresilient.org/news/diverse-resilient-statement-on-immigration-enforcement-and-community-safety/


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Diverse and Resilient upholds one truth: the health and safety of LGBTQ+ communities cannot be separated from the conditions in which people live. Immigration status, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and gender identity intersect in...

10/06/2026

October 11 is National Coming Out Day. Our community and staff member, Tou Fong, shares an important message for our q***r and LGBTQIA+ youth everywhere.

You are beautiful. You are special. Your life has value. You always have been and will always be enough.

10/02/2026

Did someone say haunted house fundraiser?? We did! Join us October 30th for some spooky good fun for a good cause.

09/03/2026

Hey youths! Looking for a space where your ideas actually matter?

Our Youth Advisory Board (YAB - Milwaukee location) is a youth-centered space for young people who want to connect, build leadership skills, and make a difference in their communities. YAB brings youth together around anti-violence, community engagement, advocacy, and creating positive change; oh and yes having some fun along the way!

Interested in joining? Scan the QR code on the flyer or contact our Youth Coordinator, Amani Carter, using the information provided on the flyer.

08/26/2026

Happening THIS FRIDAY 8/28/26! Join The Midwest Meetup Inc. for the opening night of its Weekend of Wellness.

Opening Night Community Mixer
When: Friday, August 28, 2026
Where: Milwaukee LGBT Community Center
RSVP: https://shorturl.at/C5RBQ

Start the weekend with an evening of networking, community-building, local resources, and a few special surprises.

Want to support the Weekend of Wellness? Scan the QR code on the flyer to make a contribution. Part of the proceeds will go towards supporting the MKE LGBTQ Community Center!

This is only the beginning! Follow The Midwest Meetup on Instagram for weekend announcements, updates, and details about the after party:

Milwaukee, we'll see you Friday!

08/14/2026

Earlier this week, we lost Everett Marshburn, a beloved friend, mentor, storyteller, advocate, and longtime leader in our community.

There are so many things that can be said about Everett and the life he lived. His decades of storytelling and public broadcasting. His commitment to making sure Black voices and experiences were seen and heard. His advocacy around HIV, LGBTQ+ acceptance, employment, incarceration, justice, and equality. The countless people he mentored, encouraged, connected, and supported along the way.

In 2014, when D&R honored Everett with the Bayard Rustin Leadership Award, we described him as someone who “leads with a deep sense of justice and a generosity of spirit.”

Those words still feel right today.

We invite you to join us in remembering Everett and honoring a life that left an incredible mark on Milwaukee and so many of us who had the privilege of knowing him. 💚

Read our remembrance of Everett:

  I’ve struggled to find the words for this one. Diverse & Resilient lost a longtime friend, champion, former Board Chair, and someone who believed deeply in this organization with the passing of Everett...

08/05/2026

Researchers at MCW are hosting an a**l cancer research study and are in need of eligible participants. For more information, please follow the link below and/or take the eligibility survey.

Eligible participants receive free a**l cancer screening and $140! Go to https://mindyourbehind.org/ to take the eligibility survey.

Eligible participants receive free a**l cancer screening and $140! Go to https://mindyourbehind.org/ to take the eligibility survey.

08/05/2026

From Milwaukee to Washington, D.C.!

We’re proud to announce our Advocate, Jas, who will be speaking at the 2026 National Sexual Assault Conference in Washington, D.C., August 19–21!

Jas continues to bring our community’s experiences, voices, and vision into spaces where national conversations about sexual violence, prevention, healing, and advocacy are taking place.

From local anti-violence work to the national stage, Jas is helping move the conversation forward and reminding us that creating safer communities requires all of us.

We’re so proud to see Jas representing our community and continuing to spread anti-violence efforts nationally!

07/20/2026

FREE KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CARDS

We're offering FREE wallet-sized Know Your Rights cards from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) in English, Spanish, and Hmong.

These easy-to-carry cards provide general information about individuals' rights during interactions with immigration enforcement, including guidance on what you can say.

Pick yours up at our Milwaukee office or find us at upcoming community events and outreach opportunities.

Please note: These cards are intended to provide general information and are not a substitute for legal advice. If you have questions about a specific situation, we encourage you to seek guidance from a qualified immigration attorney or accredited legal service provider.

07/15/2026

We are proud to celebrate Jas Bass, Anti-Violence Program Advocate, who will be a speaker at NOVA’s 52nd Annual Training Event, taking place July 21–23 in Las Vegas!

Jas’s session, “Roots and Realities: Black Survivorship at the Intersections of Gender, Sexuality, and Systemic Harm,” will explore the lived experiences of Black survivors and the ways gender, sexuality, identity, and systemic inequities shape experiences of violence, healing, and access to support.

Congratulations, Jas! Your leadership, advocacy, and commitment to creating safer communities continue to inspire!

NOVA (National Organization for Victim Advocacy) is a national leader in victim advocacy, providing training, resources, and support to strengthen the work of professionals who serve survivors of crime and violence.

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