Roan Coughtry

programming

Roan has a wide range of experience in program development, ranging from conferences and retreats to one-off trainings and ongoing curricula. From event planning and program management to individual consulting, Roan works closely with their collaborators to create the most enriching and transformative experience for all involved.

programming experience:

EXecutive committee member of LGBTI+ Gozo

LGBTI+ Gozo is the only queer organisation on the island of Gozo, Malta. Joining the Executive Committee in 2022, Roan supports with providing a safe space for queer Gozitans to express themselves through a number of social events, awareness campaigns and educational programs, including organizing the upcoming 2023 Gozo Pride.

co-Producer of Sex Down South

Since its inception in 2014 until 2018, Roan envisioned and implemented a Healing Space staffed by local healers; organized trans- and queer-specific programming; developed guiding principles to create a culture of liberation and healing at the conference; and coordinated an on-call Safety Team to ensure attendees have an affirming and fulfilling experience. They also coordinated the schedule of events and recruited dozens of high-quality presenters and performers from across the country.

HOST COMmittee member of Money for our MOvements: a social justice fundraising conference

The Grassroots Institute for Fundraising Training (GIFT) is a multiracial organization that promotes the connection between fundraising, social justice and movement-building. In 2018, Roan served on the host committee to help GIFT organize their annual conference in Atlanta, GA.

Host Committee Member of Facing Race: A Conference by Race Forward

Facing Race is the largest multiracial, inter-generational gathering for organizers, educators, creatives and other leaders. In 2016, Roan assisted with planning and organizing the conference in Atlanta, GA.

Co-Founder and Lead Organizer of the Sexual Liberation Collective

The Sexual Liberation Collective is an intentional collaboration of folks who provide education and healing to communities through workshops, skillshares, and healing circles. Roan co-founded the collective in 2013 and continues to organize meetings, acquire facilitation gigs, and further the educational mission of the collective.

advisory board member of project affirm

AFFIRM is a study that aims to learn more about the identity development, health, and resilience of people who identify as transgender, transsexual, or gender non-conforming. As an advisory board member from 2015-2021, Roan helped to shape the scope and nature of the study and ensure its adherence to its values.

Co-Founder of the Transgender Advocates of the Capital Region

Roan formed and led this advocacy group in Albany, NY in 2012. During their time, they organized safe space events for the trans* community, provided education to local organizations, and organized multiple advocacy events for trans* rights.