Zander Keig, MS, MSW, LCSW

The Prohuman Foundation exists to promote the foundational truth that every person is a unique individual united by our shared humanity.

We do this through educational resources and programs based on the Prohuman approach, that empower people to engage across our differences and move forward, together.

The Institute for Liberal Values’ (ILV) mission is to promote the classical liberal values of reason and freedom for the common benefit of all humanity.

https://ilvalues.org/

PsychArmor looks to our Trusted Advisors to help enrich our system of information about military and military-affiliated experiences. These partners help share our available resources, initiatives, and opportunities, as well as help us identify new curricula that the community needs.

The mission of the Servicemembers and Veterans Initiative is to strengthen and enhance the Department of Justice’s efforts on behalf of servicemembers, veterans, and their families by coordinating and expanding our enforcement, outreach, and training.

Clearly Clinical offers a podcast-based Continuing Ed option for therapists, social workers, psychologists, counselors, and addiction professionals that is affordable, meaningful, diverse, and accessible. https://clearlyclinical.com/about

RISE is a research study being conducted by Emory University, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. RISE stands for Research Inclusion Supports Equity.

The RISE study includes a research registry created to help ensure the LGBTQIA+ community is represented in Alzheimer’s research.

The registry is for LGBTQIA+ people 18 and older who:

Have memory concerns or a memory loss diagnosis such as Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia… Show more

RISE is a research study being conducted by Emory University, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. RISE stands for Research Inclusion Supports Equity.

The RISE study includes a research registry created to help ensure the LGBTQIA+ community is represented in Alzheimer’s research.

The registry is for LGBTQIA+ people 18 and older who:

Have memory concerns or a memory loss diagnosis such as Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia

Are helping care for someone with memory loss or a memory loss diagnosis. Show less

“Enhancing Measurement and Characterization of Roles and Experiences of Sexual and Gender Minority Caregivers of Persons living with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias.”

https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-AG-23-022.html

Mission Statement: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Elder Initiative builds bridges between the elder services market and the LGBT elder community to advocate, inform, and educate on behalf of LGBT elders.

Welcome sought to provide a faithful response to poverty and to improve the quality of life for individuals in our community by providing: hospitality; education; food; and referrals for housing, health care, and drug and alcohol treatment. Welcome has officially closed, following the Rev. Dr. Megan Rohrer's election to Bishop of the Pacific Sierra ELCA Synod. https://www.sfwelcome.com/

Pride 365 has a mandate to bring an end to pink-washing and ensure that only those businesses that are truly authentic and consistent with their support of the LGBTQ+ community should stand out from those that don’t. Every business or organization that publicly commits to incremental improvement towards inclusive practice and authentic support with Pride 365 is another step in the right direction.

However, for all we do, the global phenomenon of pink-washing is so far-reaching and… Show more

Pride 365 has a mandate to bring an end to pink-washing and ensure that only those businesses that are truly authentic and consistent with their support of the LGBTQ+ community should stand out from those that don’t. Every business or organization that publicly commits to incremental improvement towards inclusive practice and authentic support with Pride 365 is another step in the right direction.

However, for all we do, the global phenomenon of pink-washing is so far-reaching and entrenched in normalcy that though unfortunate, we cannot achieve its end alone. And so, Pride 365 requires help from those who see value in the mission. Champions of Pride 365 come from all walks of life. Our role is to help spread the message for positive change for the LGBTQ+ community and the world, through our networks, allies, friends and families. https://interpride365.com/champions/ Show less

ITCA recognizes that the Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming and Non-Binary Communities have long been under-served by the Community at large and by health care providers in particular. Additionally, there has been limited research and training of providers in this field of transgender health care. ITCA is committed in advancing the field of transgender health care and of those diverse professionals and community supporters committed to enhancing the lives of transgender, transsexual and gender… Show more

ITCA recognizes that the Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming and Non-Binary Communities have long been under-served by the Community at large and by health care providers in particular. Additionally, there has been limited research and training of providers in this field of transgender health care. ITCA is committed in advancing the field of transgender health care and of those diverse professionals and community supporters committed to enhancing the lives of transgender, transsexual and gender non-conforming people in all cultural settings.

Established in 2012, the International Transgender Certification Association is the FIRST Training Program created to specifically certify Therapists and Professionals in their fields to work with Gender Expansive Populations.

The concept of creating a training to introduce and educate on the expansiveness of gender was inspired through a conversation between a cis- gender female therapist and an influential trans woman, who had just recently developed a conference around this very topic. So inspired by their passion to make this training a reality, they assembled a “dream team” of other professionals; professionals and therapists, who through their own work with the Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming and Non-Binary Communities, they would found and establish the Transgender Certification Program. The focus of which, is to enlarge the existing network of service providers for a diverse Gender Expansive Community. ITCA’s mission is to offer the education, training, and certification for the delivery of professional, ethical and knowledgeable care.

The curriculum began with a 2011 study by Gary Gates of the Williams Institute which estimated that 0.3% of adults in the United States are transgender. In other words, 1 in every 300 people may need guidance or counseling at some time to address gender dysphoria or other challenges or co-occurring issues stemming from a struggle with gender identity or expression. Show less

The National Alliance for Caregiving was created to conduct research, do policy analysis, develop national programs and increase public awareness of family caregiving issues. The Alliance’s mission is to be the objective national resource on family caregiving with the goal of improving the quality of life for families and care recipients.

The National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) is undertaking new work to pursue a more equitable health system for caregivers that recognizes and responds… Show more

The National Alliance for Caregiving was created to conduct research, do policy analysis, develop national programs and increase public awareness of family caregiving issues. The Alliance’s mission is to be the objective national resource on family caregiving with the goal of improving the quality of life for families and care recipients.

The National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) is undertaking new work to pursue a more equitable health system for caregivers that recognizes and responds to the unique mental health challenges they face in caring for those with acute and chronic illness, rare disease, and disability. With caregiver input and collaboration with experts in the mental health and caregiving fields, NAC seeks to understand the experiences and mental health needs of caregivers throughout their caregiving
journey and to bring attention to these caregivers and the mental health challenges they experience, as well as to develop and implement best practices, strategies, and guidance that will foster mental health wellbeing in caregivers, allowing them to thrive.

The Advisory Committee will advise and offer input to NAC on the following activities:

• Discuss and review the literature review conducted on caregiver mental health;

• Review and discuss random samplings of audio messages provided by caregivers telling stories about their mental health experience;

• Provide input on the topics to discuss with the expert convening based on information found from both the literature review and the audio diaries;

• Recommend experts in mental health and/or caregiving to attend the convening in early 2023;

• Review and discuss the key takeaways from the expert convening;

• Review and provide input on a Spotlight Series article on mental health. Show less

Member at Large and Community Healing Committee Director

Founded in 2003, the Transgender American Veterans Association (TAVA) is a 501 (c) 3 organization that acts proactively with other concerned gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) organizations to ensure that transgender veterans will receive appropriate care for their medical conditions in accordance with the Veterans Health Administration’s Customer Service Standards promise to “treat you with courtesy and dignity . .… Show more

Member at Large and Community Healing Committee Director

Founded in 2003, the Transgender American Veterans Association (TAVA) is a 501 (c) 3 organization that acts proactively with other concerned gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) organizations to ensure that transgender veterans will receive appropriate care for their medical conditions in accordance with the Veterans Health Administration’s Customer Service Standards promise to “treat you with courtesy and dignity . . . as the first class citizen that you are.” Further, TAVA will help in educating the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DoD) on issues regarding fair and equal treatment of transgender and transsexual individuals Show less

The American Trans Resource Hub provides transgender individuals the comfort and stability they seek during their social, medical and/or legal transition by providing helpful resources and by offering direct assistance with other issues that may arise: housing instability, loss of employment, and lack of health insurance.

The Foundation Against Intolerance and Racism (FAIR) is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to advancing civil rights and liberties for all Americans and promoting a common culture based on fairness, understanding, and humanity. https://www.fairforall.org/about/board-of-advisors/

WPATH has established internationally accepted Standards of Care (SOC) for the treatment of individuals with gender dysphoria. These internationally accepted guidelines are designed to promote the health and welfare of transgender, transsexual and gender-variant persons in all cultural settings. The Standards of Care are updated and revised as new scientific information becomes available.

Vice President and Member at Large

Founded in 2003, the Transgender American Veterans Association (TAVA) is a 501 (c) 3 organization that acts proactively with other concerned gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) organizations to ensure that transgender veterans will receive appropriate care for their medical conditions in accordance with the Veterans Health Administration’s Customer Service Standards promise to “treat you with courtesy and dignity . . . as the first class… Show more

Vice President and Member at Large

Founded in 2003, the Transgender American Veterans Association (TAVA) is a 501 (c) 3 organization that acts proactively with other concerned gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) organizations to ensure that transgender veterans will receive appropriate care for their medical conditions in accordance with the Veterans Health Administration’s Customer Service Standards promise to “treat you with courtesy and dignity . . . as the first class citizen that you are.” Further, TAVA will help in educating the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DoD) on issues regarding fair and equal treatment of transgender and transsexual individuals. Show less

I serve as an appointed member (Chair 2017-2019) of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) National Committee for LGBT Issues (NCLGBTI), which is mandated by the NASW Bylaws. NCLGBTI reports on a regular basis to the NASW Board of Directors on matters of policy and coordinates with the NASW Program Committee on activities related to programming.

NCLGBTI also develops, reviews, and monitors programs of the NASW that significantly affect marginalized people.

Member of the Scientific Review Committee for the USPATH 2nd Biennial Conference in Washington DC (Sep 2019) and USPATH 3rd Virtual Biennial Conference (Nov 2021). The role of this committee is to review and select submitted abstracts and workshop proposals for acceptance, as well as provide general input and guidance on the scientific aspects of the conference program. Reviewed between 10 and 20 submissions for both Conferences.

Reviewer of submitted conference workshop proposals.

Ark of Freedom Alliance works to end the exploitation of marginalized children and young adults by collaboratively addressing human trafficking’s root causes, while empowering male and LGBTQ+ survivors and those at risk through education, housing, mental health services, economic empowerment and other support. We are…ARKSTRONG!

WHO WE SERVE
Communities, children, LGBTQ+, aging-out foster youth, and young adult male survivors of violence, human trafficking and exploitation, and those… Show more

Ark of Freedom Alliance works to end the exploitation of marginalized children and young adults by collaboratively addressing human trafficking’s root causes, while empowering male and LGBTQ+ survivors and those at risk through education, housing, mental health services, economic empowerment and other support. We are…ARKSTRONG!

WHO WE SERVE
Communities, children, LGBTQ+, aging-out foster youth, and young adult male survivors of violence, human trafficking and exploitation, and those at risk, with a focus on those experiencing homelessness, and/or those challenged with mental health and addiction disorders.
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Served as a general board member and Ethics Committee member.

The APHSW Certification Program Board was formed in 2016 with the support of the Social Work Hospice & Palliative Care Network (SWHPN) leadership and grant funding from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. The Advanced Palliative Hospice Social Worker Certification (APHSW-C) program was developed as leaders in the field recognized thespecial skills and knowledge that social workers bring to the practice of hospice and… Show more

Served as a general board member and Ethics Committee member.

The APHSW Certification Program Board was formed in 2016 with the support of the Social Work Hospice & Palliative Care Network (SWHPN) leadership and grant funding from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. The Advanced Palliative Hospice Social Worker Certification (APHSW-C) program was developed as leaders in the field recognized thespecial skills and knowledge that social workers bring to the practice of hospice and palliative care. Led by Dr. Barbara Head, the initial committee explored funding opportunities and developed a proposal for an evidence-based certification for social workers in hospice and palliative care, the first of its kind.

The APHSW Certification Board was established as a separate non-profit organization. The APHSW Board functions independently and is responsible for the governance and oversight of the APHSW-C program. The APHSW Board has sole decision-making authority for all APHSW-C program policies regarding certification eligibility requirements; recertification requirements; examination
development, administration, and scoring; grievance and disciplinary policies; and, the appointment and oversight of subject matter expert (SME) task groups. The APHSW Board ensures that eligibility and recertification requirements, examination development and administration processes, and all certification program policies are related to and support the purpose of the APHSW-C program. More info: www.swhpn.org/aphsw-certification Show less

The Canada Health Infoway Sex and Gender Sex and Gender Planning Project is a virtual community representing government agencies, health organizations, advocacy groups, care providers, private vendors and academics across Canada interested in sex and gender issues in EHR systems.

The Gender Harmony Project (HL7), born of the ongoing frustration with the ideas encompassed by "sex" and "gender" never being easy to capture consistently within health models. Those terminologists among us have always said this topic was the quintessential example that proves "terminology is hard." This project is going to try using some tried and true approaches to how we model information (data elements, value sets, code systems) and use them to define/harmonize some aspects, likely not… Show more

The Gender Harmony Project (HL7), born of the ongoing frustration with the ideas encompassed by "sex" and "gender" never being easy to capture consistently within health models. Those terminologists among us have always said this topic was the quintessential example that proves "terminology is hard." This project is going to try using some tried and true approaches to how we model information (data elements, value sets, code systems) and use them to define/harmonize some aspects, likely not all, for representing sex/gender. This project will result in a balloted informational document that will define use-context collections that also include appropriate value sets. These artifacts can then be associated with model elements using binding parameters that are informed by the metadata the project will identify with each use context. Show less

The United States Joint Statement (USJS) is a pioneering educational partnership denouncing “conversion therapy” and espousing affirmative treatment. The USJS sets training goals and responsibilities for unbiased treatment for sexual and gender minority patients who might otherwise be subjected to conversion efforts. People who undergo conversion efforts suffer from a higher incidence of depression, suicidality, anxiety, alienation, and other problems.

The USJS is modeled after a similar… Show more

The United States Joint Statement (USJS) is a pioneering educational partnership denouncing “conversion therapy” and espousing affirmative treatment. The USJS sets training goals and responsibilities for unbiased treatment for sexual and gender minority patients who might otherwise be subjected to conversion efforts. People who undergo conversion efforts suffer from a higher incidence of depression, suicidality, anxiety, alienation, and other problems.

The USJS is modeled after a similar 2015 partnership in the United Kingdom. It inspired psychologist Guy Albert and psychotherapist Jim Walker to launch a similar initiative in the United States. With the help of a few volunteer advisors, they started the largest national educational partnership against “conversion therapy.”

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The purpose of the Advisory Team is to provide guidance on the data gathering activities and approaches that will be used for developing a research paper and recommendations on how workplaces can better support transgender employees and employees with transgender children. The project will also examine how workplaces can better accommodate and support employees who identify as neither male nor female (non-binary gender identity). The project expects to gather information from individuals… Show more

The purpose of the Advisory Team is to provide guidance on the data gathering activities and approaches that will be used for developing a research paper and recommendations on how workplaces can better support transgender employees and employees with transgender children. The project will also examine how workplaces can better accommodate and support employees who identify as neither male nor female (non-binary gender identity). The project expects to gather information from individuals employed in large organizations to understand their experience with organizational benefits and culture and will make recommendations on improvements needed.
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The mission of the NASW-CA Diversity Committee is to promote respect for and equitable representation of diverse individuals, groups, and classes. The Committee works toward achieving equity and parity at all levels - from individual to society. It seeks to eradicate discrimination and oppression, which is often connected to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, political belief, mental or physical ability, and other… Show more

The mission of the NASW-CA Diversity Committee is to promote respect for and equitable representation of diverse individuals, groups, and classes. The Committee works toward achieving equity and parity at all levels - from individual to society. It seeks to eradicate discrimination and oppression, which is often connected to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, political belief, mental or physical ability, and other preferences, personal characteristics, or statuses. Show less

In response to the call to reduce mental health disparities and seek solutions for historically underserved communities in California, the Department of Mental Health (DMH), called for a key statewide policy initiative as a means to improve access, quality of care, and increase positive outcomes for racial, ethnic and cultural communities.

In 2009, DMH launched a two-year statewide Prevention and Early Intervention project focusing on 5 population groups that have been underserved, and… Show more

In response to the call to reduce mental health disparities and seek solutions for historically underserved communities in California, the Department of Mental Health (DMH), called for a key statewide policy initiative as a means to improve access, quality of care, and increase positive outcomes for racial, ethnic and cultural communities.

In 2009, DMH launched a two-year statewide Prevention and Early Intervention project focusing on 5 population groups that have been underserved, and underrepresented by the public mental health system. These include African Americans, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinos, Native Americans, and LGBTQ.

Each of the five groups was awarded a contract to develop population specific reports which will be combined into a statewide comprehensive plan to identify new approaches towards reducing disparities. Show less

An intensive leadership program designed to teach powerful visioning, listening, speaking, presentation, coaching, team-building and feedback skills to leaders engaged with advocacy and organizing for equality and liberation. The program includes two 5-day residential retreats, professional and peer coaching sessions, and additional leadership support.

Community Grantmaking Fellows assist in process to award financial aid to the most vulnerable members of the transgender community through the Annual Transgender Surgery Fund.

The Journal of Homosexuality is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering research into sexual practices and gender roles in their cultural, historical, interpersonal, and modern social contexts. https://www.tandfonline.com/loi/wjhm20

Anytown is a youth leadership and human relations program for teens. It gathers diverse groups of high school students to spend a week learning how to build an inclusive community. Anytown is a welcoming space where students can express themselves, share their experiences and perspectives, gain resilience, and build each other up.

Together, they tackle tough topics like race, religion, gender, and other aspects of identity. They practice communicating respectfully, learning to appreciate… Show more

Anytown is a youth leadership and human relations program for teens. It gathers diverse groups of high school students to spend a week learning how to build an inclusive community. Anytown is a welcoming space where students can express themselves, share their experiences and perspectives, gain resilience, and build each other up.

Together, they tackle tough topics like race, religion, gender, and other aspects of identity. They practice communicating respectfully, learning to appreciate differences and find common ground. Then they take what they’ve learned back home, ready to make an impact in their schools and everywhere they go. Show less

Challenge Day provides youth and their communities with experiential programs that demonstrate the possibility of love and connection through celebrating diversity, truth, and full expression.