MTPC Encourages Trans Youth, Families, & Allies to Testify at Public Hearings on the State of LGBT Youth

The Massachusetts Commission on GLBT Youth to present testimony on the opportunities and challenges facing gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender youth in the Commonwealth at their public hearings.  The Commission is eager to hear from residents across the Commonwealth who are interested in participating in these Hearings. Youth and adults of all races, genders, abilities, and experiences are encouraged to testify. If you are planning to submit written testimony, the deadline is July 1, 2012. Written submissions can also be kept anonymous.


Wednesday, June 20, 2012

1:00 – 6:00 pm

Gardner Auditorium, State House, Boston, MA

Reception to follow

Thursday, June 21, 2012

2:00 – 6:00 pm

Performing Arts Center, Holyoke Community College, Holyoke, MA

Reception to follow

Testimony can either be spoken at the hearing itself or submitted in writing. Oral testimony will be limited to three minutes per person. To submit written testimony email to Justin.T.Burke@state.ma.us, or by mail to Justin Burke, Executive Secretary, MA Commission on GLBT Youth, Department of Public Health, 250 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108.

For questions about the Public Hearings, to request an accommodation, or for resources on how to draft effective testimony, please contact Commission Chair Arthur Lipkin at Arthur.Lipkin@state.ma.us. For more information, visit us online at: Hearings Website: http://mcglbty.org Twitter Account: @MassGLBTYouth