Join professional therapist (and proud Furry), Julie Colatrella, for a discussion on the connections between mental health and being Furry! We'll discuss mental health trends within the fandom, talk about why and how being a Furry can be great (and sometimes not great) for your mental health, and provide some wellness tips and resources for finding help. This panel is appropriate for anyone of any age, and we will have time for questions at the end.
The topsy-turvy nature of work during and after the pandemic left many workers wondering how to improve stability in their careers. Many workers in tech industry are now considering unionization as a way to achieve that stability at their workplace and improve their working conditions. As is often repeated: "Furries make the internet go," so is there a way they can help the internet keep going by demonstrating their labor power? In this presentation, Atha will speak about their experience with the organizing campaign for a union of game developers, broader trends in labor organization in tech and creative industries, and tips and resources if you're looking to start or grow your own union organizing campaign.
Got questions about Fur the More? Is this your child's first convention and you're not sure what to expect? Curious about running events, or even about the chair themselves. Come and ask us anything you want to ask.
Have a stand-up routine you want to try out? Want to tell a story you think will give us a chuckle? Come try it out at Fur The More Open Mic! One could not ask for a friendlier atmosphere. After your act, be ready to receive some helpful good natured critiques from the panel hosts. All performers are limited to 3 to 5 minute sets depending on the panel turn out.
Based off the popular TV show “Whose Line is it Anyway,” this is everyone’s chance to get up on stage and improvise with their fellow furs! A completely interactive panel, Whose Lion will feature such games as: Questions Only, Who’s Line, Party Quirks, and even World’s Worst. Hosted by Alkali, this panel is sure to be a good time for all; so come on out, get up on stage, and show everyone how quick your wit is. Panel is 18+, and may not be suitable for minors. People with a heart condition should not have a heart attack during this panel as we will think you are acting. Panel has been known to cause uproarious laughter, fits of giggling, and diarrhea. See you there!
Come join the creator of Chord Progressions VN for an informative presentation on what Furry Visual Novels are and how you can get started on sharing your story with the furry world.