AORTA

AORTA (Anti-Oppression Resource and Training Alliance) is a worker-owned cooperative dedicated to supporting movements for social justice and liberation. They offer consulting, facilitation, and training for individuals and groups focused on social justice, liberation, and anti-oppression work. Their offerings include workshops on facilitation, leadership, conflict, and political education.

While AORTA's offerings are not exclusively tailored for ministry contexts, their expertise in anti-oppression education and commitment to trans and queer liberation can provide valuable insights for ministry leaders seeking to educate themselves and their communities on LGBTQIA+ issues and rights. Their services include workshops and consultations aimed at building understanding of systems of power, privilege, and oppression, with the goal of fostering inclusive and equitable environments.

AORTA offers trainings like "Facilitate for Freedom Fundamentals," a 3-hour online session that lays the groundwork for facilitating meetings in alignment with liberatory values. They also provide "Office Hours," which are 30-minute, donation-based one-on-one sessions designed to provide personalized support and thought partnership—ideal for ministry leaders seeking guidance on LGBTQIA+ inclusion, community conflict, or leadership practices.

Engaging with AORTA's resources and trainings can help ministry leaders develop a deeper understanding of LGBTQIA+ issues and rights, equipping them to foster more inclusive and supportive communities within their ministries.

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