Minneapolis – Examining Military Service From the Margins

From the Margins at Quatrefoil Library

Veterans, active service members, and civilians are invited to contribute to the “Examining Military Service From the Margins” discussion series. Facilitated by pairs of Discussion Leaders, each session will use guiding questions, and a set of core-shared resources like oral histories and films, to better understand how race, class, gender, sexuality, religion, and other factors have caused the military service of some individuals to be devalued or limited in some capacity. All Discussion Leaders are either active service members or Veterans.

This session of “Examining Military Service From the Margins,” held at Quatrefoil Library in Minneapolis, will have conversations focused on LGBTQIA+ community issues. Topics of discussion will include the history of Queer service members, the effects of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell, and the current experience of transgender individuals in the military.

What you can expect from this session:

• Discussion Leaders, Veterans, active service members, and civilians will share information on military service, as well as talk about their personal experiences and perspectives.
• A post-event resource list of articles, books, and organizations to help you gain a deeper understanding of topics discussed.
• Engage in small and large group conversations.

Registration

Registration is required. There is no cost to attend.

Registration Questions: registrations@mnhum.org

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