The Power of an Affirming Adult

The Power of an Affirming Adult: How You Can Support Trans and LGBQ+ Mental Wellness

Thursday, April 11, 6:30-8 p.m.

1430 Main Street, Waltham

Free & open to the public | Suggested donation $18

A panel discussion with leading experts on youth development, gender identity, and community resources for LGBTQ+ young people

We know that trans and LGBQ+ youth experience disproportionate levels of mental health distress. Yet we also know that when LGBTQ+ youth have affirming adults in their lives, they enjoy greater mental wellness. Learn about the factors influencing the mental health and emotional wellbeing of trans, nonbinary, and LGBQ+ youth and how you can be an affirming adult

Doors will open at 6 p.m. and the panel will start promptly at 6:30. Come early if you can and browse information on local LGBTQ+ resources.

After the panel, we welcome you to join us for an extended Q&A with JF&CS's Director of Mental Health and/or sign up for a Conversation Circle for a deeper exploration of the subject at a later date.

registration: https://www.jfcsboston.org/events/supporting-mental-health-trans-lgbq-youth