Reading to Resistance: A Quarterly Book Club
2026-06-28 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Birdhouse Books, 5925 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX, 78757
We are so excited to have our second session for our quarterly book club ‘Reading to Resistance’ hosted by A Better Force and Asian Family Support Services of Austin!
In our upcoming second session, we will be discussing What My Bones Know, a memoir about reckoning and healing by journalist Stephanie Foo, investigating the little-understood science behind complex PTSD and how it has shaped her life. The book reckons with the hold of the past over the present, the mind over the body, and examines our ability to reclaim agency from trauma.
Why are we hosting this book club series? Because reading asks us to pay attention, both to ourselves and the world around us. Our book club discussions will be a space to reflect on how these teachings can point us to a path of collective safety and liberation.
Come join us, and you don’t need to read the book beforehand! Please sign up through the link provided!
When: Sunday, June 28, 2026, 2-4pm
Where: Birdhouse Books, 5925 Burnet Rd. Austin, TX 78757

Volunteer Info Session
2026-07-14 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-07-31 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-04 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-08-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-08 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-09-25 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-06 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-10-23 12:00 - 13:00 and 3 more dates | Zoom
Are you interested in becoming an AFSSA volunteer?
Join our virtual Volunteer Info Session, where we’ll briefly introduce AFSSA’s services, talk about potential volunteer opportunities, and introduce the volunteer application and requirements. Attending a Volunteer Info Session is the first step for becoming a part of our volunteer team!
If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at volunteer@afssaustin.org!
Link to Attend: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2240209375

Beginners Self Defense Workshop with Queer MMA
2026-08-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Location Shared Through Email Upon RSVP
In this beginner’s introduction to self-defense, participants will practice conflict de-escalation skills and physical defense tactics in a friendly, positive, hands-on learning environment. We will cover concepts like managing balance, distance, and time. This class is open to the public and geared towards people of color who are survivors of domestic violence. Hosted by AFSSA in partnership with Queer MMA.
RSVP through the QR code in the event flyer! Location will be shared securely over email closer to the event date.

Silk Road Gala 2026
2026-11-14 18:00 - 22:00 | The Renaissance Hotel, 9721 Arboretum Blvd, Austin, TX, 78759, United States
We would like to invite you to save the date for the 2026 Silk Road Gala.
When: November 14th, 2026 at 6pm.
Where: The Renaissance Hotel, 9721 Arboretum Blvd, Austin, TX, 78759.
Click here for more details and view our Sponsorship Opportunities
Questions? Reach out to the gala team at sponsorship@afssaustin.org.
