National Coming Out Day: Side by Side VA Workshop
Support LGBTQIA+ Youth!
Join the library and Side by Side Virginia to learn how to advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community through their presentation "Working with Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Youth." This informative program will:
• Increase knowledge of identities and terminology related to gender and gender expression.
• Recognize pivotal times in youth development related to gender.
• Identify pronoun use and variations and dispel associated assumptions.
• Practice how to ask about and honor an individual’s pronouns.
• Increase knowledge of the unique mental and behavioral health considerations related to transgender and gender non-conforming youth.
• Explore the congruence process for transgender individuals.
• Articulate ways to practice gender expression inclusivity and support transgender youth in everyday life.
• Identify resources for future support and education.
Free. Grade 6 and up.
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For more information email vdale@arlingtonva.us or mortiz@arlingtonva.us
- Date:
- Wednesday, October 11, 2023
- Time:
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Library:
- Central Library
- Audience:
- Events for Adults Events for High Schoolers Events for Middle Schoolers Good for Parents
- Categories:
- Civics & Government Health, Wellness & Food
- Calendar:
- Arlington Public Library