Navigate, Advocate, Elevate: A Practical Skills Series taught by KidPower || Part 2

Part 2: Advocating on Behalf of Your LGBTQ+ Child 

Presented by KidPower

Advocacy takes many forms, and for caregivers of LGBTQ+ youth, it often means stepping into schools, programs, and community spaces to make sure your child is supported and affirmed. This session is dedicated to equipping parents and caregivers with practical tools to champion their child’s rights while also sustaining themselves in the process.

In this workshop provided by KidPower (kidpower.org), learn how to effectively advocate for your LGBTQ+ child in schools, healthcare, and community settings. You’ll walk away with strategies that not only empower your child, but also strengthen your ability to navigate difficult systems and conversations on their behalf.

In this session, you’ll practice skills you can use to:

• Engage with teachers, administrators, and providers to ensure your child’s needs are respected

• Interrupt bias or exclusionary practices in school and community spaces

• Support your child’s emotional well-being while protecting your own resilience as a caregiver

• Persist in advocacy when facing systemic barriers or pushback

• Build a strong support network for yourself and your family

Special Guest: One of OFC’s incredible parent-advocate ambassadors will join us to share lived experiences, real examples, and lessons learned from advocating on behalf of their LGBTQ+ child.

Note: Check out Part 1 of the series Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare Settings & Social Systems from November 18th here.

When:

Tuesday, December 9th • 6:00 - 7:30pm

Where:

Virtual on Zoom • you will receive the link to this session following registration

For Further Information:

We are committed to ensuring our programs are accessible to all families. When you're registering, please let us know of any accommodations that would help your family participate to the fullest (e.g. ASL interpreter, translated materials, childcare providers experienced with kids with disabilities, large print materials, gluten-free food options, etc.). If registering within 48 hours of the event, please call 415-981-1960 to ensure our receipt of your request. This event – including refreshments and childcare, as applicable – is offered free for all attendees. As you are able, please help us continue offering these resources to all who need them, by making a financial donation to OFC.