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Sorry, REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
To place yourself on the waiting list, please email info@masstpc.org
This event is closed to the public. Only registered participants will be admitted.
This year's summit is dedicated to the memory of CJ Garber. We will be honoring CJ's parents, Ken and Marcia Garber, for all of their work, love, and dedication to transgender youth.
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New addition: Workshop for Parents/GuardiansExploring the family process of acceptance Using Arlene Lev's model, discuss your personal process in understanding your child's gender identity with other parents. Facilitated by Melissa MacNish and Sponsored by Sidney Borum Health Center and Greater Boston PFLAG This workshop is for parents/guardians and will take place from 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm at a location within walking distance of the Transgender Youth Summit. |
What is it?The goal of this summit is for youth 24 and under from Massachusetts/New England that identify with, or could fall under, the label 'transgender' or youth who are in some way connected to the transgender youth community, such as partners/friends, to meet and connect with other transgender and gender variant youth. At the summit, youth will have the opportunity to share ideas, learn about their legal rights, learn about the larger transgender community, participate in workshops and fun activities. Activities include: Dance, Gender Identity Groups, Exploring Your Voice: A Writing Workshop, Creating Art, Performance and Drag Exploration, Organizing in schools & communities, Health and Legal Information. See our Workshop Page for more info!
Who is it for?It's for youth 24 and under from Massachusetts that identify with, or could fall under, the label 'transgender'. When is it?
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Who will be there?Youth 24 and under from all over MA and Greater New England. Join our e-newsletter to be alerted to further information. What does it cost?The Transgender Youth Summit is free and gift bags, light breakfast, and lunch will be provided. Transportation stipends are also available for Massachusetts youth. OK, where is it?At Sproat Hall, 138 Tremont St, Boston, MA near Park St & Downtown Crossing T stations (at The Episcopal Diocese of MA). DIRECTIONS
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