Empowering Parents: Advocating and Supporting the Mental Health of Trans Youth
A Talk by Ean Ashford (he/him) (Senior Youth Counselor at Ali Forney Center and Social Media Manager with ADHD, Creative)
About this Talk
This session is virtual and open to parents, caregivers and adult allies.
This presentation, titled "Empowering Parents: Advocating for and Supporting the Mental Health of Trans and Nonbinary Youth," is designed to equip parents with the knowledge and tools necessary to support their transgender children. Throughout this session, we will explore the challenges that trans youth face, the importance of parental acceptance, and the vital role parents play in advocating for their child's mental health. The presentation will cover practical strategies for creating a supportive home environment, recognizing signs of mental health struggles, and connecting with resources and communities. Parents will leave with actionable insights to help their trans children thrive both emotionally and mentally.