Are We Speaking the Same Language? Building Safe Spaces for LGBTQ Youth

Posted by Philadelphia Youth Network on November 24, 2014

Are We Speaking the Same Language? Building Safe Spaces for LGBTQ Youth
Wednesday, December 3, 2014 9:00am to 11:00am

Register here
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/are-we-speaking-the-same-language-building-safe-spaces-for-lgbtq-youth-tickets-13710700073

This session will focus on presenting basic information on LGBTQ youth and individuals (i.e. vocabulary, demographics, etc.), building empathy and understanding around the particular barriers faced by LGBTQ youth, and developing short- and long-term individual and organizational action steps toward building a safer and more supportive community and world.

About the Presenter:

Since 2001, Bryson Institute of The Attic Youth Center has been working to educate youth and adults about issues of respect and diversity. The Institute supports individuals, communities, and organizations in effecting personal and organizational changes to build inclusive environments that recognize and promote the value of diversity. During the past thirteen years, the Institute has trained over 43,000 individuals in schools/colleges/university systems, social service agencies, workplaces, faith-based organizations, and communities to help create supportive and affirming environments for the LGBTQ community, specializing in particular in the needs of LGBTQ youth.